Friday marks the first game of Indiana’s back-to-back schedule. According to Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star, head coach Rick Carlisle expressed optimism that guard Andrew Nembhard may return to action Saturday when the Pacers face the Chicago Bulls.
"Carlisle is hopeful Nembhard will be available for Saturday’s matchup against the Bulls," reported Dopirak.
Nembhard will miss Friday’s game but could rejoin the lineup quickly if his condition improves overnight, giving Indiana some backcourt reinforcement for the second leg of their back-to-back set.
Author’s summary: Coach Rick Carlisle expects Andrew Nembhard to return from a brief absence by Saturday’s game against Chicago, following precautionary rest on Friday.