Final Injury Report for Pacers-Hornets: Will Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard Play?

In Wednesday’s victory over the Bulls, Pascal Siakam led the way for the Pacers as he recorded 25 points, four rebounds and five assists while Ethan Thompson added 24 points and five assists of his own.

Now Indiana will try to grab another victory on Friday as they face off against the Hornets in a tough road matchup.

On the other side, Charlotte enters Friday’s contest with a 41-36 record after defeating the Phoenix Suns at home in dominant fashion on Thursday night.

Miles Bridges led the way for the Hornets in Thursday’s victory as he ended the game with 25 points and four rebounds while Kon Knueppel recorded 20 points and three rebounds.

While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without some of their key players due to injuries.

Pacers Injury Report: Will Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard Play?

For the Pacers, they have nine players listed on their injury report , including both Siakam and Andrew Nembhard.

Indiana has listed Siakam as probable due to right knee injury management and he is expected to play against the Hornets.

The Pacers have also listed Obi Toppin as probable and he is expected to play despite dealing with a foot injury.

Nembhard has been ruled out due to a back injury as he will miss his second consecutive contest.

Aaron Nesmith (neck), Jarace Walker (back) and T.J. McConnell (hamstring) have also been ruled out while Ivica Zubac, Tyrese Haliburton and Johnny Furphy are all set to miss the remainder of the season.

Hornets Injury Report: Will Grant Williams, Moussa Diabate Play?

On the other side, the Hornets have three players listed on their injury report, including both Grant Williams and Moussa Diabate.

Charlotte has ruled out Williams due to right knee injury management as they will elect to sit him on the second night of their back-to-back.

The Hornets have also ruled out PJ Hall due to a right ankle fracture while Diabate has been listed as questionable due to left ankle soreness.

Fans can catch Friday night’s matchup between the Pacers and Hornets from Charlotte at 7:00 p.m. ET.