
Turner went off for 26 points Friday against the Jazz. It's the most points the 29-year-old center has had in a game since January 16, when he dropped 28 points on the Pistons. Turner was 9-of-17 from the field including three made three-pointers and got to the foul line eight times and made five free throws. Turner isn't known for his scoring explosions, though he is a good shooter for a big man. He also impacted the game down low with seven rebounds and six blocks, which was the most he's had since blocking six shots on February 20 against the Grizzlies.
Turner returned from a one-game absence due to an illness. The 29-year-old center had 15 points on 10 shots including three made three-pointers. He almost had a double-double as well with nine rebounds. Turner also had two blocks and was able to play 29 minutes as the Pacers won by 14.
Turner (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.
Turner was a late scratch with an illness on Monday, but is set to play Wednesday against the Hornets. The 29-year-old center's return will push Thomas Bryant back to the bench.
Turner was a late scratch on Monday with this illness, and it could keep him sidelined for another game. Thomas Bryant logged 22 minutes as a starter on Monday and only contributed seven points and seven rebounds. However, if Turner remains out, Bryant will be worth streaming.