Ben Sheppard Questionable for Pacers with Oblique Strain
Ben Sheppard, a small forward for the Indiana Pacers, is dealing with a left oblique strain. This injury has made his participation in upcoming games uncertain. He has been listed as questionable, and it remains to be seen if he will take the court soon.
What It Means
This injury means that Ben Sheppard might miss some playing time. He has been averaging 6.1 points per game this season. His shooting percentages are strong, with a field goal percentage of 45.3% and a three-point percentage of 42.6%. The team will need to adjust if he cannot play.
The Pacers have other options at small forward, such as Aaron Nesmith and Johnny Furphy. Nesmith is currently ranked first on the depth chart and averages 9.2 points per game while playing about 22.7 minutes per game. Furphy, ranked third, might see more minutes if Sheppard remains out.
