Andrew Nembhard

Having dealt with knee and wrist injuries recently, Nembhard playing 31 minutes for the first time since November 6 represents a step in the right direction. At best, he's been a deep-league option in fantasy basketball, and that isn't changing anytime soon. However, it was more challenging to justify rostering Nembhard when his minutes were restricted.

Nembhard missed Wednesday's game with his various ailments, but he's set to return to the starting lineup Sunday against Charlotte. Quenton Jackson and Johnny Furphy will see their roles reduced with Nembhard back.

Not only has Nembhard been dealing with a knee issue, but he is also on the injury report with a sprained wrist. While Quenton Jackson was the starter for Wednesday's win over the Nets, Johnny Furphy replaced him in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Both will be possible replacements if Nembhard cannot play, but neither would be a must-stream player.

Nembhard was back in the starting lineup after missing Wednesday's win over the Nets due to left knee injury management. The minutes tally was concerning for a starter but not necessarily surprising. T.J. McConnell is one of the league's best backup point guards and shined in Chicago, finishing with 17 points, three rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer in 22 minutes. This isn't always an equal timeshare, but McConnell's presence means the Pacers can be patient with Nembhard.

Nembhard is good to go for Friday's game, meaning Quenton Jackson heads to the bench. Nembhard joins Tyrese Haliburton, Bennedict Mathurin, Pascal Siakam, and Myles Turner in the Pacers' starting lineup.