Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (ankle) didn't suit up for the season-opener against the Washington Wizards. The 26-year-old was slotted to play on Wednesday. However, he sprained his left ankle during pre-game warm-ups after landing on a ball boy's foot. This is an unfortunate blow for Turner, who missed the final 38 games of the 2021-22 campaign due to a stress fracture in his foot. As a result, there's a chance he will at least be sidelined for Friday's game versus the San Antonio Spurs. If that's the case, Terry Taylor may continue to run with the starting unit.

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just as easily be applied to each pick in the draft, as organizations differ greatly in their evaluation of talent and their own needs, particularly in a year without the NCAA tournament. The nickname just doesn't reflect how basketball works anymore. Executives strategically stockpile second-round draft picks for the less burdensome financial obligations, and organizations in rebuilding mode get super creative to field a respectable team on a budget.Particularly in the NBA where worldwide talent is plentiful and positional lines continue to fade, opportunity is everything: in the right situation, the right under-the-radar player can make an immediate, poignant statement. With professional development leagues for 16-18-year-olds, an ever-expanding set of domestic/international opportunities due to the sheer growth of basketball, and widespread NIL rights for college athletes, players of all levels and localities are starting to get their due exposure and now have enough freedom to hone their skills in a place, and at a pace, that fits best with their path to the NBA.Plus, I am inherently skeptical and distrusting of scouting from the high school level to pre-Draft. That's why in this annual article, I tend to favor overlooked college players (love the mid-majors/non-power conferences) with either well-rounded, polished games, or specific statistical specialties.We are going to discuss a handful of 2022 second-round picks and undrafted free agent signees who, given their individual skillsets and circumstances, warrant the attention of Fantasy Basketball Managers as potential high-impact rookies for the 2022-23 campaign who can quietly be acquired on clearance once they start showing signs of emergence. ... [More]

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just as easily be applied to each pick in the draft, as organizations differ greatly in their evaluation of talent and their own needs, particularly in a year without the NCAA tournament. The nickname just doesn't reflect how basketball works anymore. Executives strategically stockpile second-round draft picks for the less burdensome financial obligations, and organizations in rebuilding mode get super creative to field a respectable team on a budget.Particularly in the NBA where worldwide talent is plentiful and positional lines continue to fade, opportunity is everything: in the right situation, the right under-the-radar player can make an immediate, poignant statement. With professional development leagues for 16-18-year-olds, an ever-expanding set of domestic/international opportunities due to the sheer growth of basketball, and widespread NIL rights for college athletes, players of all levels and localities are starting to get their due exposure and now have enough freedom to hone their skills in a place, and at a pace, that fits best with their path to the NBA.Plus, I am inherently skeptical and distrusting of scouting from the high school level to pre-Draft. That's why in this annual article, I tend to favor overlooked college players (love the mid-majors/non-power conferences) with either well-rounded, polished games, or specific statistical specialties.We are going to discuss a handful of 2022 second-round picks and undrafted free agent signees who, given their individual skillsets and circumstances, warrant the attention of Fantasy Basketball Managers as potential high-impact rookies for the 2022-23 campaign who can quietly be acquired on clearance once they start showing signs of emergence. ... [More]

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner still has a chance to be traded before the 2022-23 campaign. Although the list of possible suitors continues to dwindle, the Lakers, who have had discussions with Indiana during the offseason, could consider moving to acquire his services. It's no secret L.A. would love to get Kyrie Irving on its roster. However, if a deal for Irving doesn't come to fruition, the attention may shift to Turner. The 26-year-old has averaged 12.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks throughout his seven-year career. Yet, he has logged 62 games or less during each of his previous three seasons, so fantasy managers should remain cautious when looking for a center during drafts, despite his potential for a generous workload in L.A.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner is reportedly in great shape after missing nearly half of last season. It sounds like Turner has fully recovered from his left foot stress reaction. That being said, Turner is ready to play and says that his playing time is very important to him. He noted that he has come to terms with the trade rumors. The Pacers are currently in rebuilding mode, but it doesn't sound like the team is ready to move on from the 26-year-old center. Although, Isaiah Jackson and Jalen Smith would see a spike in fantasy value, assuming Turner does get moved at some point.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner is reportedly on the Lakers' radar. Indy has been looking to move him for a while. However, with L.A. unwilling to send an unprotected first-round pick in exchange for Turner's services, it appears as if a potential deal is off the table. The 26-year-old has proven to be an imposing figure since entering the league in 2015, averaging 12.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks throughout his career. He hasn't been the healthiest, most recently missing 40 games last season because of a stress fracture in his foot. Yet, if Turner can stay on the court, he's more than capable of being included in the same conversation as other dominant big men around the NBA.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (foot) had his 2021-22 season shortened due to a stress reaction in his left foot. The injury caused him to miss the final two-plus months of the regular season. According to sources of Fieldhouse Files, Turner is now fully healthy. One source reported that Turner was looking "explosive" in his workouts and that he hasn't had any setbacks in his recovery. The 26-year-old is entering the final year of his contract and he's set to make $17.5 million in 2022-23. With the Pacers in the midst of rebuilding, Turner's name has come up in a number of trade rumors and the fact that he's healthy certainly makes his name more intriguing on the trade market.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner wants to remain with the team. The 26-year-old has been rumored to be on the move for months now. The franchise parted ways with Domantas Sabonis ahead of the 2022 trade deadline, so there remains a strong chance the Pacers will move on from Turner and continue to build around Tyrese Haliburton. Nevertheless, although Turner has been a reliable contributor for fantasy managers, especially on the defensive end, he has battled numerous ailments during his career, including a foot injury that relegated him to only 42 games in 2021-22. Still, Turner should continue to be an ideal option for the category managers looking for blocks and rebounds wherever he ends up. But his inability to stay on the floor will cause him to slide in upcoming fantasy drafts.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner has a good chance of being traded this offseason. The Pacers are going into full rebuild mode with Domantas Sabonis already off the roster. It appears the organization is attempting to build around Tyrese Haliburton. That being said, Turner could be traded for a young piece this offseason. He's entering the final year of his contract, which gives Indiana even more incentive to trade him. The Charlotte Hornets have been rumored to be a team interested in Turner. They've mentioned the willingness to trade the No. 15 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Possibly, there's a fit there, but regardless it seems likely that Turner will be on the move this offseason.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (foot) went through 30 minutes of non-contact work at practice on Thursday, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. While Turner remains without a timetable for a return, Carlisle stated that Turner is "inching forward a little bit each day." Turner has been out since mid-January due to a stress reactionin his left foot. There's a good chance we won't see him on the court again this year. Fellow centers Isaiah Jackson and Jalen Smith have been must-roster players in most fantasy formats over the past few weeks and it seems likely that they will both finish the year strong. Smith has averaged 14.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.3 three-pointers per game this month while Jackson has averaged 11.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (foot) doesn't appear to be close to returning to the court. In fact, head coach Rick Carlisle mentioned Turner is still a few weeks away from returning. Turner hasn't played since mid-January and it doesn't sound like he'll be on the court anytime soon. Isaiah Jackson (ankle), Jalen Smith, and Goga Bitadze should all see boosts with Turner sidelined. Jackson is likely going to be the best option between the three, assuming he can stay healthy. Oshae Brissett could be worth monitoring in fantasy formats since he was playing well before the All-Star break.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (foot) will be shut down for at least the next two weeks as he deals with a stress reaction in his left foot. The move comes at a particularly inopportune time for both the team and Turner ahead of the Trade Deadline, with the big man's league-leading 2.8 blocks per game making him a coveted trade target. Domantas Sabonis stands to step into a larger rebounding role without Turner in the mix, while Goga Bitadze could see an increase in usage as well. Turner has emerged as one of the league's premier shot blockers over the past four seasons, but he has frequently battled injuries, playing more than 65 games in a campaign just twice across his first six years. His next chance at suiting up is at least Feb. 2.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner scored a game-high 32 points and pulled down 10 rebounds in Thursday's 118-106 win over Houston. He was nearly unstoppable for the Rockets, going 14-for-18 from the field, and completing his line with one steal, one assist and two blocks. The Pacers lost Domantas Sabonis (calf) for this one and Turner was forced to carry the frontcourt. He did it very well in 37 minutes of action. Turner doesn't usually go off offensively, but Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) was also out, so somebody had to take over for Indiana's two best scorers. The 25-year-old should be a good fantasy play again on Sunday if Sabonis and Brogdon don't return.

Indiana Pacers power forward/center Myles Turner poured in 17 points and 10 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season during a 106-93 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. The 25-year-old went 6-for-11 from the field, including 3-for-7 behind the arc, and 2-for-2 from the line. The Texas product also added a block across 37 minutes. The seventh-year pro and fantasy managers are enjoying a strong season, averaging 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.7 blocks, and 1.9 triples per game on 53.1% shooting. The uptick in boards, a career-high, has been a positive development, as the big man has averaged just under seven during his career.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner expressed his frustration with his current role on the team. He mentioned that he's not a finished product and is ready to take the next step. Turner also added that he's a "glorified role player" in Indiana. It seems obvious that Turner wants a change of scenery. A trade isn't hard to believe considering all three of Turner, Domantas Sabonis and Caris LeVert were reportedly candidates to be traded. The hope is that Turner's fantasy value would grow, assuming he gets moved. Although, it is also dependent on where he lands. Isaiah Jackson and Goga Bitadze should be monitored in fantasy leagues in case a Turner trade does happen at some point.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner had one of his best offensive games of the season on Wednesday, shooting 8-for-13 from the field and 3-for-7 from outside to finish a 122-102 win over the Knicks with 22 points. As usual, Turner was big for the team on the defensive end as well with one steal and two blocks, and he finished things off with four rebounds and one turnover in 32 minutes. Turner has now gone for three triples in four December appearances, and he's shooting over 60 percent for the month. All things point to another productive night for him on Friday, when Indiana faces a Mavericks team that owns the second-worst defensive record in the league against centers.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (illness) has been cleared to take the floor for Wednesday's contest against the Hawks despite previously battling an illness. The ailment cost Turner his first game of the season Monday, which allowed Domantas Sabonis to have near unabated access to as many rebounds as he could handle; that division of labor stands to change Wednesday. Turner has averaged 8.6 boards over his last five contests and figures to be spending ample time in the paint defensively while matched up vs. Atlanta's Clint Capela; in two matchups with the Hawks last season, Turner notched a double-double once and came just a point shy of doing so again in the other.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He is dealing with a non-COVID related illness and could very well sit out here. However, it's tough to tell how the Pacers are going to change their rotation. Goga Bitadze and Isaiah Jackson would likely see more minutes, but Domantas Sabonis might end up benefiting the most in terms of fantasy production.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (illness) has been deemed unavailable for Monday's contest against Minnesota due to a non-COVID-19 illness. Turner's absence will be his first of the season, making it unclear how head coach Rick Carlisle will distribute his minutes. With that being said, Domantas Sabonis stands to see increased rebounding opportunities, while Goga Bitadze should see elevated run, thereby making him an upside DFS play. Turner, the league's leading shot blocker at 2.8 per game, is also on pace to set a new career high with 7.6 boards on a nightly basis. His next chance to return to action comes Wednesday vs. the Hawks.

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner fell just short of a double-double on Saturday, finishing a 111-94 win over the Pelicans with 11 points and nine rebounds. He swatted away two shots and had one assist and one steal while shooting 5-for-7 from the field and 1-for-3 from three-point range. Turner had managed only 13 total points and 11 rebounds in three games prior to Saturday. This should provide the 25-year-old with a nice boost ahead of some tough games that are coming up against the Bulls and the Lakers. Turner will be carrying a big defense load in both matchups and we shouldn't expect him to have much of an effect in attack, although both teams have had their struggles against bigs this season, and the Lakers are even allowing centers to shoot 62.2 percent from the field against them.