Indiana Pacers, Bennedict Mathurin

Pacers coach explains why Bennedict Mathurin coming off bench is 'what's best for the team'
Going back to the bench means Bennedict Mathurin's offensive approach could change and focus a little more on scoring than efficiency.
Pacers Coach Reveals Reason Behind Bennedict Mathurin Demotion
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.
Pacers Bennedict Mathurin Reacts to Pivotal Role Shift
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, any lineup change will cause conversation among the team. After Carlisle changed the starting lineup, Mathurin reacted to the pivotal role shift.
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin: Shines off bench in victory
Mathurin once again provided a lift for Indiana off the bench Thursday, leading all second unit players in scoring to go along with a team-high-tying steals mark over a bench-leading minute total. Mathurin has recorded a pair of steals in 10 contests this year while tallying 15 or more points in five straight outings.
Bennedict Mathurin discusses his move back to the Pacers' bench
Bennedict Mathurin has started 44 games this season but is averaging 17.9 points per game off the bench compared to 16.4 as a starter.
Pacers Rick Carlisle Reveals Reasoning for Pivotal Lineup Shift
Carlisle is infamous for his dislike of discussing lineup changes and announcements. However, following the Pacers' 1-2 ...
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Obi Toppin's best night as a Pacer, 'spectacular' Bennedict Mathurin save Indiana vs. NBA's worst
Obi Toppin and Bennedict Mathurin combined for 59 points and the Pacers rode their pressure defense to another second-half ...
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Pacers' Andrew Nembhard, Bennedict Mathurin out against Pistons
INDIANAPOLIS -- Pacers guards Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin are both out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, ...
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Pacers reportedly tested the trade market for two major players
The Indiana Pacers largely stood pat at the NBA trade deadline, only sending James Wiseman to the Toronto Raptors in a minor ...
Myles Turner returns, sparks Pacers to best quarter of the season in win over Grizzlies
Myles Turner scored 15 points in the Pacers' 50-point second quarter and blocked seven shots in Indiana's win over the second ...