Indiana Pacers vs Houston Rockets: Bruce Brown is out, final injury report, official starting lineups for December 26
The Indiana Pacers travel to Houston to take on the Rockets tonight. The two young, ascending teams have not battled since the preseason, and the Rockets currently hold the better record.
Indiana hasn't played since Saturday, and they needed two days off in the worst way. Houston will be well-rested as well, and their strong defense will be a tough test for the Pacers top-tier offense.
Here are the official starting lineups and injury reports for the action.
Indiana Pacers injury report
The Pacers will be missing guard Bruce Brown, who has a bone bruise in his right knee. Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Smith were both listed as questionable but will play.
Oscar Tshiebwe, Kendall Brown, and Isaiah Wong are inactive on their two-way contracts.
Indiana Pacers starting lineup
Guard: Tyrese Haliburton
Guard: Andrew Nembhard
Forward: Aaron Nesmith
Forward: Jalen Smith
Center: Myles Turner
This lineup has 16 seconds of playing time in total, and in came during the 2022-23 season in November. It's a big change for the blue and gold.
Houston Rockets injury report
The Rockets listed former Pacer Victor Oladipo as out. Jermanine Samuels Jr and Nate Williams are inactive.
Houston Rockets starting lineup
Guard: Fred VanVleet
Guard: Jalen Green
Forward: Dillon Brooks
Forward: Jabari Smith Jr
Center: Alperen Sengun
The game will tip off in just over 30 minutes. For more, click here.
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