Andrew Nembhard Gets Contract Extension From Indiana
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard agreed to a three-year, $59 million contract extension with Indiana. The 2022 No. 31 overall pick has appeared in 143 regular season games for the Pacers, averaging 9.3 points, 4.3 assists, and 2.4 rebounds while shooting 35.7% from deep. Unlike the last two seasons, he will likely remain in the starting lineup in 2024-25, making him an attractive fantasy asset for managers. With Tyrese Haliburton known for his constant ailments, Nembhard may be in store for his most productive year to date.
Andrew Nembhard Expected To Sign Extension With Pacers
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard is set to sign a new deal with the team this summer. The 24-year-old, who impressed with strong postseason performances, inked a four-year, $8.5 million deal with the Pacers in 2022. The final year in 2025-26 is a team option, but it looks like Indiana wants to lock up Nembhard long-term as soon as possible. Through his first two NBA seasons, the Canadian guard has averaged 9.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 4.3 assists. However, Nembhard took huge strides in the 2024 playoffs, putting up 14.8 points with 3.3 rebounds and 6.5 assists.
Andrew Nembhard Scores Team-High 24 Points In Game 4 Loss
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard was the squad's leading scorer with 24 points on 10-for-18 shooting as the team's season ended with a Game 4 defeat against Boston on Monday. The 24-year-old added 10 assists for a nice double-double and recorded six rebounds with one steal and one block. Indiana will be very disappointed by getting swept in the Eastern Conference Finals, but Nembhard's performances in the series are definitely a positive for the team. He averaged 28.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 9.5 assists in the two full games played without Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring). This was only his second season in the league, and Nembhard could be ready to make big strides in 2024-25.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is considered questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Nembhard has missed each of the last two games due to a spine sprain. His status normally isn't overly important, but starting guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is questionable as well for this game. That being said, T.J. McConnell could be asked to play a big role if both players sit out. Otherwise, Nembhard could have some streaming appeal if Haliburton is unable to go.
Andrew Nembhard In Danger Of Missing Fourth Straight Game
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is considered questionable for Monday's clash with the Celtics. The 23-year-old has been absent for the last three games, leaving the Pacers without one of their best defensive players. Assuming Nembhard remains on the shelf, T.J. McConnell will continue to log the backup point guard minutes behind Tyrese Haliburton. At the same time, Buddy Hield and Bennedict Mathurin also have a chance to feature more. Mathurin had the best game out of the trio on Saturday when Indiana also faced Boston, leading the team in scoring with 20 points off the bench.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) won't play on Friday night versus the Atlanta Hawks. The 23-year-old injured his back during Monday's meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks and didn't suit up for the rematch on Wednesday. Although Tyrese Haliburton will see more than enough minutes at the one, others like T.J. McConnell and Bennedict Mathurin should continue to receive more work. However, while McConnell and Mathurin both have a higher ceiling without Nembhard on the floor, neither can be trusted from a fantasy standpoint.
Andrew Nembhard Dealing With Back Sprain On Friday
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) has been listed as questionable on the early morning injury report as he deals with a mid-back sprain. This year, Nembhard has seen stretches of injury issues in between spurts of getting starts and minutes off of the bench. His role has been all over the place, so the inconsistency from a fantasy standpoint can get quite frustrating. If he ends up staying on the sidelines for a second consecutive game with his back issues, Bennedict Mathurin and T.J. McConnell would get some extra minutes off of the bench. One of those two may even move into the starting lineup if Bruce Brown (knee) isn't upgraded from questionable.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is questionable ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. The 23-year-old logged only eight minutes in Monday's meeting with Milwaukee before exiting with a back injury. As a result, Bennedict Mathurin and T.J. McConnell received extra work, with both men combining for 41 points. With Bruce Brown (knee) also uncertain for Wednesday's game, McConnell and Mathurin could remain more involved if Nembhard isn't available, giving them streaming value in deeper formats.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard was limited to only eight minutes due to a sore back in Monday's impressive 122-113 road win over Milwaukee. He had a poor outing, contributing only two points and finishing with a team-worst minus-21 rating. Nembhard made his fifth consecutive start in Bruce Brown's (knee) absence, but he might now have to sit out some games himself. Buddy Hield replaced Nembhard in the starting unit for the second half on Monday, but the game was all about Bennedict Mathurin. He put up a big 25-point, 13-rebound double-double in 36 minutes off the bench. Mathurin could be the main beneficiary of Indiana's injuries again on Wednesday when there's a rematch scheduled with the Bucks.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (knee) will remain on the shelf Wednesday versus Charlotte. He was seen in practice on Tuesday, but a bone bruise on his right knee will keep Nembhard sidelined. He last played on Dec. 7. It looks like Nembhard isn't far away from returning, but T.J. McConnell will continue to get extra work behind starting point guard Tyrese Haliburton on Wednesday. The game against the Hornets is a dream matchup from a fantasy perspective, as both teams struggle on the defensive end, and Vegas has set the total at a whopping 248.5 points.
