The Indiana Pacers were able to survive a lot of injuries early in the season. Aaron Nesmith's injury just a few games into the season threw the starting lineup into chaos. Bennedict Mathurin was thrust into the starting lineup for a lot of the season.

How Bennedict Mathurin and Obi Toppin carried Indiana Pacers to win over Washington Wizards

Obi Toppin had season highs of 31 points and 10 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers rallied from a 19-point deficit to beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 134-130 in overtime on Wednesday night. Bennedict Mathurin scored 28 points and Tyrese Haliburton added 20 for the Pacers,

The Indiana Pacers have been on an impressive run in 2025, playing some of their best basketball of the season. They currently hold a 16-5 record in the new year, showing that they are a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference.

Mathurin better off bench? Halfway assessment

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle believes the offense is better balanced with Bennedict Mathurin coming off the bench.

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.

Here is all the latest news you need to know about the Indiana Pacers, including why Bennedict Mathurin was moved to the bench.

The Pacers player came off the bench for just the second time since Aaron Nesmith's injury early in the season.

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin (00) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images After a tough loss against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday,

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,

The NBA has reached its unofficial midway point over the All-Star Break, what grade does Bennedict Mathurin get for the Indiana Pacers?