The Indiana Pacers are resting several players on Sunday as they face the Golden State Warriors. Among those sitting out is Pascal Siakam, who appears on a crowded injury report.
"The Pacers have listed his absence as 'rest.'"
Given the long season, allowing Siakam to take a break seems sensible. He has carried a heavy load in games without Tyrese Haliburton, and the team gains little by exhausting him further, particularly as they continue to face challenges this season.
Billy Heyen is a freelance journalist for The Sporting News and a 2019 graduate of Syracuse University. His writing covers various sports topics and has appeared in several publications, including the Sandusky Register and the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle.
Author’s summary: Pascal Siakam is resting for the Pacers’ matchup against the Warriors as Indiana manages player fatigue during a demanding season.