09/02/2026, 4:05 PM

Sits out for Canada

Nembhard is coming off a career-best 2025-26 campaign with Indiana, averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 31.3 minutes across 57 regular-season appearances. The 26-year-old established himself as a full-time starter and primary playmaker for the Pacers, giving him a strong foundation for fantasy value entering 2026-27. Nembhard should once again handle a significant workload in Indiana's backcourt, though he may see a decline in usage if Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) is fully healthy.

08/31/2026, 7:45 PM

Efficient double-double

Zubac co-led the club in scoring alongside Dario Saric on Sunday, and the former paced Croatia in boards as well. Zubac is set to begin the new season as Indiana's starting center following an injury-riddled 2025-26 regular season, when the veteran center averaged 14.1 points, 10.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 30.1 minutes per game across 48 appearances between the Clippers and Pacers.

08/06/2026, 3:35 PM

Plays key role for Pacers

Although Indiana's veteran core limits his offensive opportunities, the organization continues to value his ability to play within the system. Sheppard's role could be reduced entering the 2026-27 season, however, as the Pacers will be getting Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) back in the mix.