Injury Notes: Pacers, Strus, Clippers, Kyrie, Sarr, Beekman

The Indiana Pacers face an acute roster shortage due to widespread injuries ahead of their Monday matchup against Atlanta. With eight players ruled out, including Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith, Andrew Nembhard, and Tyrese Haliburton, the team needs questionable forward Obi Toppin or doubtful center Larry Nance Jr. to dress simply to reach the league's required eight active players.

Indiana cannot currently qualify for a hardship exception because it holds only 14 standard roster spots and remains restricted by first-apron hard cap limitations. The available lineup relies primarily on standard depth options Jay Huff, Kelly Oubre Jr., Jarace Walker, and Quenton Jackson alongside three two-way players.