Pacers fantasy outlook pivots dramatically without Haliburton. Nemhard steps into the starting role, but his fantasy profile may lag in scoring early while leaning on assists and three-pointers. McConnell remains a late-round wild card if he wins 24 minutes, while Nesmith and Mathurin combine for per-game upside with solid shooting and multi-category contributions. Inside center, Turner’s departure opens a messy rotation involving Isaiah Jackson, Jay Huff, James Wiseman, and Obi Toppin, making late-round center targets essential but risky.

The lack of a clear substitute at center and a potentially thin win pace cloud regular-season projections, pushing Pacers toward a roto-friendly but head-to-head landmine profile. In shallower leagues, Nesmith and Mathurin hold steadier floors, while Nimble guards could surprise in playoff bursts depending on minutes and matchups.