Ben Sheppard fails to score in spot start Saturday
Ben Sheppard missed all four of his shot attempts in Saturday's Game 3 loss to the Celtics, going scoreless with three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 26 minutes.
Analysis: Sheppard was tabbed to fill the void left by Tyrese Haliburton, who sat with a left hamstring injury. The rookie guard didn't provide much value in Game 3, as he was 0-of-3 from deep and failed to score. Sheppard might remain in the starting lineup for Monday's Game 4, depending on what happens with Haliburton. If the Pacers are to extend a series they now trail 3-0, they will need more production from Sheppard.
Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam, and Myles Turner will start Saturday's Game 3 against the Celtics.
Analysis: The Pacers are without All-NBA point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who will not play on Saturday due to a left hamstring injury. As a result, Nembhard will be the lone point guard in the starting lineup, with Sheppard moving up from the bench. The latter will experience an increase in catch-and-shoot opportunities, while Haliburton's absence enhances Nembhard and T.J. McConnell's DFS values.
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