Pacers' Domantas Sabonis Status Against Nets

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis will miss yet another game on Thursday night when the Pacers take on the Brooklyn Nets.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Domantas Sabonis has been a critical player for the Pacers for the last several years and has made the All-Star game in back-to-back seasons. His presence on the court is vital for the team's success.

Unfortunately, the big man continues to miss games with a back injury, and he will not play against the Nets on Thursday.

FantasyLabs NBA relayed the injury report, and their Tweet can be seen below.

Domantas Sabonis (back) listed out for Thursday. https://t.co/BPPc21ZmNS

— FantasyLabs NBA (@FantasyLabsNBA) April 28, 2021

The Pacers have a surprising record of 5-3 when Sabonis does not play this season (via Stat Muse). The Nets are a 9-point favorite in the game, according to FanDuel. 

Sabonis has played in 53 of the Pacers' 61 games so far this season, averaging 19.9 points and 11.6 rebounds per game. 

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