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Huff is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Memphis.

With Ivica Zubac (ankle) back on the floor, Huff will return to the bench after starting the last five games for the Pacers. While Huff is expected to see fewer minutes in a reserve role, he should remain heavily involved, especially if Zubac takes on a limited workload.

Santos (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat.

Santos didn't participate in Wednesday's practice and will remain sidelined for a second straight game Thursday. Will Richard and Georges Niang are candidates for increased burn in Santos' absence.

Slawson will come off the bench in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Pascal Siakam is back after resting Monday, so Slawson will head back to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Slawson is averaging 2.7 points and 3.0 rebounds per game.

Walker won't start Wednesday's game against Memphis.

With Aaron Nesmith (hamstring) back in the lineup, Walker will slide to the second unit. Over six outings off the bench this season, he's averaged 7.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.8 steals across 22.8 minutes per contest.

Proctor will start in Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

With Peyton Watson (hamstring) ruled out, Proctor will make his first start of the 2026-27 campaign. The 2025 No. 49 overall pick has averaged 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists over 13.0 minutes per contest in six regular-season games.

Jackson will come off the bench in Wednesday's game in Memphis.

Jackson started in Monday's 108-104 loss to the Hawks with Andrew Nembhard (neck) taking a maintenance day, but Nembhard is back and starting Wednesday, so Jackson will return to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this season, Jackson is averaging 8.7 points and 2.7 assists per game.

Thomas won't start Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Tyrese Proctor will enter the starting five in Peyton Watson's (hamstring) absence, pushing Thomas to the second unit. The rookie second-rounder has averaged 13.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 20.7 minutes per game across three appearances off the bench this season.

Toppin (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Toppin has missed the last three games due to a back injury, though he will return Wednesday against Memphis. As a result, Larry Nance will presumably see fewer minutes. Toppin is having a quality 2026-27 campaign, averaging a career-best 15.2 points and 5.2 rebounds along with 1.2 steals over 22.8 minutes per contest.

Mara will start Wednesday against the Cavs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Mara will replace the injured Jaylin Williams (back) in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game, and it'll be Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell, Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein rounding out the first unit Wednesday evening. Mara has been heating up over the past four games, so it'll be interesting to see what the rookie can do in his first career start. Per 36 minutes this season, Mara is averaging 12.8 points, 11.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 3.4 swats per contest.

Oubre (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Oubre missed Indiana's last game with a bruised left knee and will miss a second straight game due to a left calf contusion. His next chance to play will come Saturday against Denver. In the meantime, Quenton Jackson and Jarace Walker will likely see increased playing time.