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March 1, 2026
Won't play Sunday
Nembhard (back/neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
Analysis
Nembhard's injury status for Sunday's game improved from doubtful to questionable Saturday, but the fourth-year guard will not suit up while working through back and neck soreness . In his absence, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones figure to be the top candidates to enter Indiana's starting lineup. Nembhard's next opportunity to play is Wednesday against the Clippers.
February 28, 2026
Questionable for Sunday
Nembhard (back) has been upgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis
Nembhard was originally considered doubtful to suit up Sunday, and while he is still leaning toward the doubtful side of his new tag, this upgrade suggests he has made some progress in his recovery from a lingering back issue. If Nembhard is unable to play for a second consecutive game, the Pacers would likely rely on Quenton Jackson, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones to handle the majority of the backcourt duties.
February 28, 2026
Doubtful for Sunday
Nembhard (back) is unlikely to play Sunday against Memphis, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analysis
Nembhard was able to play through his back issue Thursday against the Hornets, but it continues to linger. With the guard expected to sit, the Pacers could rely more heavily on Quenton Jackson, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones.
February 26, 2026
Will play Thursday
Nembhard (back) will play in Thursday's game against the Hornets, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis
Nembhard is shedding a questionable designation Thursday, and he should be able to handle his usual workload. Across his last six appearances, the fourth-year guard has averaged 17.7 points, 6.3 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 2.5 three-pointers in 29.6 minutes per game.
February 25, 2026
Questionable for Thursday
Nembhard (back) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Hornets.
Analysis
Nembhard has been dealing with this back issue for months, but he's powered through it the past three games. We'll have a better idea of his status based on his activity level at shootaround, so managers can expect to get another update closer to Thursday's tip.
February 24, 2026
Good to go Tuesday
Nembhard (back) will play in Tuesday's game against the 76ers, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analysis
Nembhard will shed his questionable tag due to lower-back injury management and suit up for a second consecutive contest. Over six February appearances, the 26-year-old guard has averaged 15.0 points, 7.2 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game.
February 23, 2026
Questionable for Tuesday
Nembhard (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis
The Pacers are considering keeping Nembhard out for lower-back injury management. With Kam Jones (back) also questionable, Ben Sheppard and Quenton Jackson could both be in line for an expanded role in the backcourt Tuesday.