Indiana Pacers, Bennedict Mathurin

Pacers Coach Reveals Reason Behind Bennedict Mathurin Demotion
The Indiana Pacers had to make Bennedict Mathurin the starting small forward very early in the season. After Aaron Nesmith hurt his ankle, they really had no choice. Nesmith's ankle sprain was so severe that he missed 35 games before coming back a couple of weeks prior to the All-Star break.
Pacers coach explains why Bennedict Mathurin coming off bench is 'what's best for the team'
Going back to the bench means Bennedict Mathurin's offensive approach could change and focus a little more on scoring than efficiency.
Pacers Bennedict Mathurin Reacts to Pivotal Role Shift
Indiana Pacers wing Bennedict Mathurin is programmed to score, regardless of whether he comes off the bench. However, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle felt the need to tweak the team's lineup. Naturally, any lineup change will cause conversation among the team. After Carlisle changed the starting lineup, Mathurin reacted to the pivotal role shift.
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin Reacts to Being Benched in Rotation
The Pacers player came off the bench for just the second time since Aaron Nesmith's injury early in the season.
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin: Shines off bench in victory
Mathurin once again provided a lift for Indiana off the bench Thursday, leading all second unit players in scoring to go along with a team-high-tying steals mark over a bench-leading minute total. Mathurin has recorded a pair of steals in 10 contests this year while tallying 15 or more points in five straight outings.
Bennedict Mathurin discusses his move back to the Pacers' bench
Bennedict Mathurin has started 44 games this season but is averaging 17.9 points per game off the bench compared to 16.4 as a starter.
Pacers HC Rick Carlisle Explains Decision to Bench Bennedict Mathurin
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle offered more insight into why the team decided to bench guard Bennedict Mathurin.
Pacers Rick Carlisle Reveals Reasoning for Pivotal Lineup Shift
Carlisle is infamous for his dislike of discussing lineup changes and announcements. However, following the Pacers' 1-2 ...
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Pacers trade rumors: Several teams are monitoring Bennedict Mathurin
With the sixth overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft, the Pacers selected Bennedict Mathurin out of Arizona. As a rookie in 2022-23, Mathurin played in 78 of Indiana’s 82 games and made 17 ...
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Obi Toppin's best night as a Pacer, 'spectacular' Bennedict Mathurin save Indiana vs. NBA's worst
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