Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam is cleared to play in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers. His status was confirmed as his name was absent from the team's injury report ahead of the game tonight.
Siakam's availability provides full strength for the Indiana Pacers as they seek to take a 2-0 series lead on the road. The Pacers claimed a victory in Game 1 on Saturday, May 4.
The 30-year-old power forward previously dealt with right olecranon bursitis earlier this season, which sidelined him for games in April. That absence included a regular season contest against Cleveland. He has since returned to play.
Guard Andrew Nembhard is also cleared for Game 2, appearing in full health on the injury report. Nembhard previously recovered from a thoracic spine sprain and a left thumb laceration earlier this year.
The Pacers won Game 1 against the Cavaliers 121-112. Tyrese Haliburton contributed 22 points and 13 assists, while Nembhard added 23 points. Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 33 points.
Pascal Siakam holds a strong record against Cleveland, averaging 21.1 points and 7.8 rebounds in his last 10 matchups. Through six games in the NBA Playoffs, he is averaging 19.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists.
Betting markets for Siakam's performance in Game 2 are available on DraftKings Sportsbook. His prop bets include lines for points, rebounds, and assists. His three-point line is set at 1.5.
Siakam has hit two or more three-pointers in four of six playoff contests. He shot 38.9% from three-point range during the regular season. The odds for Siakam to make over 1.5 three-pointers are currently set at +110 odds.
Game 2 is scheduled to tip off tonight at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland. The Pacers enter the game listed as underdogs against the Cavaliers.
