Andrew Nembhard steps up for Pacers during Tyrese Haliburton's absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard is taking on a larger role with Tyrese Haliburton sidelined for a few weeks. Nembhard has recently handled the ball and dictated play as Haliburton recovers from an Achilles injury sustained last season. This increased responsibility allows Nembhard to showcase his skills as both a scorer and playmaker. The Pacers are counting on him to lead the offense and improve on their previous season's struggles without Haliburton, as they aim to regain competitiveness during this challenging stretch.
- •Nembhard takes over main ball-handling duties for Pacers
- •Tyrese Haliburton is out with an Achilles injury
- •Pacers struggled significantly without Haliburton last season
- •Nembhard aims to improve as a scorer and playmaker
- •Increased minutes present opportunity for Nembhard to establish himself
- 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Why Andrew Nembhard Is Now Even More Important To Pacers
"Pacers Guard Andrew Nembhard is becoming increasingly important to the Pacers with Tyrese Haliburton sidelined, but can he handle the expanded role? Nembhard has become more of a factor in Indiana's game plans with Haliburton's extended absence, often being trusted with the main ball-handling duties. With increased expectations, Nembhard has the opportunity to prove his …
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