Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard faces a prolonged absence that represents a significant setback for the team, according to a Forbes report by Tony East published on November 6, 2026. Sheppard, wearing number 26, was photographed during a preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa, on October 7, 2026, where he was defended by Timberwolves player Zyon Pullin. The nature and expected duration of Sheppard's absence were not specified in the initial report, but the development is described as "bad news" for the Pacers' roster depth and rotation plans heading into the regular season.
Ben Sheppard's Extended Absence Deals Blow to Indiana Pacers
