Pacers Vs Knicks: Brunson Out; Siakam, Nembhard and Others Ruled Out Ahead Of Game
The Indiana Pacers announced a multi-player availability update for Tuesday night’s matchup, and the list of absences shapes the coming Pacers Vs Knicks meeting in New York. Jalen Brunson will not play for the Knicks, while several Pacers are also listed out.
Injury Updates And Who’s Out
The Indiana Pacers announced that Pascal Siakam (knee), Andrew Nembhard (calf), Micah Potter (triceps), Taelon Peter (Two-Way) and Ethan Thompson (Two-Way) will not play in Tuesday night’s game against the New York Knicks.
For the Knicks, star guard Jalen Brunson (neck/ankle) will not play against the Pacers. Mitchell Robinson (back) is listed as available and will play.
Pacers Vs Knicks: Who Will Play
The Pacers listed a number of players as available for the game. Aaron Nesmith (ankle), Ivica Zubac (ankle), TJ McConnell (hamstring), Quenton Jackson (calf), Obi Toppin (foot) and Jalen Slawson (Two-Way) are all expected to suit up.
Additional G League availability entries include Jalen Slawson: Available – G League (Two-Way), Dillon Jones: Available – G League (Two-Way) and Kevin McCullar Jr.: Available – G League (Two-Way). Ethan Thompson is listed Out – G League (Two-Way).
Game Time, Location And Final Notes
The game is scheduled for Tuesday, Mar. 15, 7: 30 pm ET at Madison Square Garden in New York. Teams have finalized their active and inactive lists ahead of tipoff with the availability decisions above determining roster options for both sides.
Expect the announced absences and suiting players to shape rotations and matchups when the Pacers and Knicks meet at Madison Square Garden.