Bennedict Mathurin Injury Update
Bennedict Mathurin got hurt early in the season. He sprained his right big toe on October 25 against Memphis. He’s missed 11 games since then, and the Pacers felt the loss. Mathurin was putting up strong numbers before his injury. He averaged 31 points with solid shooting in his first two games. The injury sent him to a week-to-week recovery, with no set return date at first.
Coach Rick Carlisle gave a positive update last weekend. Mathurin’s doing simulated game workouts and moving in the right direction. He’s getting close. Carlisle said Mathurin could return soon, but they want to be careful. The team might place him on a minutes restriction when he comes back. The Pacers have had a lot of injuries, so they’re monitoring everyone closely. Similar restrictions were set for Andrew Nembhard and TJ McConnell after their own injuries.
Mathurin was upgraded to questionable for Monday’s game against Detroit. That means his status will be decided before tip-off. He’ll warm up with the team, and the medical staff will check him right before the game. ESPN and others are watching for his return. If he doesn’t play Monday, he could return later in the week.
The Pacers haven’t given any timeline beyond this. They want to avoid setbacks. With so many players hurt, they need Mathurin back but don’t want to rush it. No word yet on exactly when he will play or how many minutes he’ll get. Media outlets agree that he’s trending toward a return very soon.
Mathurin is also set to become a restricted free agent next summer. He wasn’t worried about the contract situation. He just wants to play, stay healthy, and build on his hot start from earlier in the season.
Right now, Mathurin is listed as questionable. The Pacers want to see how he feels during warm-ups. Return could happen anytime now—maybe as soon as Monday’s game. But they’ll be cautious to make sure he heals fully before giving him heavy minutes.
His toe sprain has slowed the team, but he’s almost back. Check the official report or ESPN close to tip-off for his statusus.
Disclaimer
This update reflects the most current information available regarding Bennedict Mathurin’s injury and recovery. His status for upcoming games is subject to change based on team evaluations and medical assessments. Always check official team announcements or trusted sports outlets for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
