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Indiana Pacers vs Detroit Pistons: Aaron Nesmith is out, final injury report, official starting lineups for February 22

The Pacers host the Pistons tonight

The Indiana Pacers return to action tonight after the All-Star break with a home tilt against the Detroit Pistons. Both teams haven't played since Valentines Day and will be refreshed after a gap in duels.

The Pistons made several transactions on Thursday and learned that big man Isaiah Stewart will be suspended for the next three games, including tonight. They will have a new look for this outing. The Pacers, meanwhile, are getting healthier but will be missing a key starter.

Here are the official starting lineups and injury reports for the action.

Indiana Pacers injury report

The Pacers will be without Aaron Nesmith (right ankle sprain). Jalen Smith was listed as questionable but is available to play. Isaiah Wong is inactive as a part of his two-way contract.

Indiana Pacers starting lineup

Guard: Tyrese Haliburton

Guard: Andrew Nembhard

Forward: Bennedict Mathurin

Forward: Pascal Siakam

Center: Myles Turner

This lineup has six total minutes of action together this season and is -6 in those minutes.

Detroit Pistons injury report

The Pistons listed Jared Rhoden, Stanley Umude, and Quentin Grimes as out. Isaiah Stewart is suspended. Cade Cunningham is available.

Detroit Pistons starting lineup

Guard: Jaden Ivey

Guard: Cade Cunningham

Forward: Simone Fontecchio

Forward: Ausar Thompson

Center: Jalen Duren

The game is set to begin in about 30 minutes. For more, click here.


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