Clippers vs. Pacers: Injury Update on Darius Garland and John Collins

Casey Halston

Published: March 4, 2026 10:42 PM ET

The Los Angeles Clippers are looking to build on recent momentum as they prepare to face the Indiana Pacers. After securing two consecutive victories, their season record stands at 29-31. Currently, the Clippers sit 1.5 games behind the eighth-seeded Golden State Warriors, who will be without their star player, Steph Curry, in upcoming games.

Clippers vs. Pacers: Injury Update on Darius Garland and John Collins

As they take on the Pacers, the Clippers are in a favorable position to improve their standing in the Western Conference. The Pacers, on the other hand, are in a challenging situation, grappling with a lengthy injury list amidst a season filled with struggles. They are also focused on retaining their top-four protected first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, leading to a reduced motivation to secure wins.

Current Injury Situation for the Pacers

The Indiana Pacers have several key players listed as questionable ahead of the game:

Aaron Nesmith – Questionable
Andrew Nembhard – Questionable
Pascal Siakam – Questionable

Siakam has missed six of the last seven games, while Nesmith has been sidelined for the past five games. Nembhard did not play in Sunday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. Additionally, Tyrese Haliburton is already out for the season due to an Achilles injury, and Ivica Zubac has not yet debuted with the Pacers.

The Clippers’ Injury Report

Contrasting the Pacers, the Clippers are relatively healthy. Darius Garland made his debut with the team and played 23 minutes against the Warriors, showing promise in the second half. He did not appear on the injury report and is expected to contribute off the bench.

However, John Collins is ruled out for the game against the Pacers following a recent neck injury. He faced another collision during a game against the Pelicans and did not return. His absence raises concerns about his recovery timeline, as he may miss additional games moving forward.

As the teams prepare for their 10:30 PM EST tipoff, updates to the injury reports may alter the landscape of this crucial matchup.