The left hip soreness is a new concern for Nesmith, though he is still expected to suit up. In the likely event that the 25-year-old swingman is cleared to play, he could see an uptick in minutes once again due to Tyrese Haliburton (hip) and Bennedict Mathurin (wrist) being listed as questionable.

Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 27 points, nailing six 3-pointers, forward Pascal Siakam scored 20 points and Tyrese Haliburton had a double-double.

Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 27 points, Pascal Siakam added 20 and the Indiana Pacers defeated the Chicago Bulls 127-112. Nesmith shot 6 of 11 from 3-point range. Tyrese Haliburton had his fifth consecutive double-double for Indiana with 17 points and 12 assists.

Now, Mathurin is on the injury report again ahead of a rematch with the Hawks. Unfortunately for the Pacers so is Aaron Nesmith. With both small forwards on the injury report, the Pacers are in danger of having to start Jarace Walker for the second straight game. He started on Thursday night, as well.

The Indiana Pacers defeated the Houston Rockets 115-102 in a game Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

INDIANAPOLIS — Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 27 points, Pascal Siakam added 20 and the Indiana Pacers defeated the Chicago Bulls 127-112 on Sunday night.