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Pacers face challenges and highlights through early season games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 7:12 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

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Summary

The Indiana Pacers are currently 2-2 in the 2026-27 NBA season after four games. Injuries have impacted the team, with T.J. McConnell, Ben Sheppard, and Andrew Nembhard dealing with various ailments. Tyrese Haliburton has proven to be a key player, averaging 21.8 points and showing strong performances. However, turnover issues and struggles with rebounding and free-throw shooting have emerged as significant concerns. The Pacers will look to address these shortcomings as they prepare for their next game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Status Watch

•Pacers sit at 2-2 after four games in the season.
•Tyrese Haliburton averages 21.8 points per game.
•Indiana has struggled with turnovers, averaging 15.5 per game.
•The team ranks 29th in free-throw percentage at 70.1%.
•Next game is against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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7:12 PMYahoo Sports — Positives and negatives for the Pacers' past three contests

What they're saying

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Four games into the 2026-27 NBA season, the Indiana Pacers sit at an even .500, 2-2. It hasn’t been all easy for the Pacers, as they have seen the injury bug rear its ugly head to tip off the season. T.J. McConnell is still dealing with a hamstring strain. Ben Sheppard is preparing to go under the knife for a meniscus tear. Andrew Nembhard is dealing with a neck/back issue. Ivica Zubac ...
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