Pacers' Ben Sheppard making first career start in place of injured Aaron Nesmith (knee) Monday
The Indiana Pacers will start Ben Sheppard in Monday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
What It Means:
Sheppard will make the first start of his career Monday, joining the Pacers' starting five in place of Aaron Nesmith (knee). The 2023 first round pick has been seeing increased minutes since the All-Star break.
Sheppard is averaging 11.6 points, 4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per 36 minutes so far this season. He is projected for 0.74 FanDuel points per minute against the Clippers.
Source:
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