The Indiana Pacers 2023–24 featured one of the league’s most potent offenses, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s elite playmaking and Pascal Siakam’s efficient scoring after his midseason arrival. Myles Turner anchored the interior with scoring, rebounding, and rim protection, while Bennedict Mathurin, Andrew Nembhard, and Aaron Nesmith provided valuable complementary production. The roster emphasized fast-paced offense, balanced scoring, efficient shooting, and strong ball movement, with offense clearly outweighing its defensive profile.
Offensive engine of Indiana’s league-leading attack, controlling tempo with elite passing vision. Led the NBA in assists while balancing scoring, transition creation and low-turnover decision-making.
NBA All-Star 2024; All-NBA Third Team 2024
Pascal Siakam
Starter/Star (1.1)
31.8
High (1.2)
21.3
7.8
3.7
1.2
89.8
Midseason arrival gave Indiana a reliable half-court scorer. His downhill drives, post work and positional versatility added balance to a roster built around pace and space.
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Myles Turner
Starter/Star (1.1)
27.0
Medium (1.1)
17.1
6.9
1.3
2.4
67.0
Stretch-rim protector who anchored the interior without clogging the lane. Combined shot blocking with floor spacing, fitting seamlessly beside Haliburton and Siakam.
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Bruce Brown
Starter/Star (1.1)
29.7
Medium (1.1)
12.1
4.7
3.0
1.3
51.1
Functioned as a versatile connector before being moved at the trade deadline. Brought defensive flexibility, secondary playmaking and championship experience.
NBA Champion 2023
Bennedict Mathurin
Key Contributor (1.05)
26.1
Medium (1.1)
14.5
4.0
2.0
0.8
49.2
Aggressive scoring wing whose strength getting downhill regularly pressured defenses. Often supplied instant offense for the second unit.
Rising Stars 2024
Buddy Hield
Key Contributor (1.05)
25.7
Medium (1.1)
12.0
3.2
2.7
1.4
44.6
Floor-spacing specialist who stretched defenses well beyond the arc. His movement shooting remained a key part of Indiana’s early-season offensive identity.
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Aaron Nesmith
Key Contributor (1.05)
27.7
Medium (1.1)
12.2
3.8
1.5
1.6
44.1
Physical two-way wing who embraced difficult defensive assignments. Knocked down over 41% from three while providing toughness on the perimeter.
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T.J. McConnell
Bench (1.0)
18.2
Medium (1.1)
10.2
2.7
5.5
1.1
42.9
Change-of-pace backup guard who relentlessly attacked gaps and pushed tempo. Delivered career-best scoring while energizing bench-heavy lineups.
7th in NBA Sixth Man of the Year Voting 2024
Andrew Nembhard
Key Contributor (1.05)
25.0
Medium (1.1)
9.2
2.1
4.1
1.0
37.9
Steady secondary ball-handler whose defensive discipline helped stabilize the backcourt. Frequently handled tough guard matchups while sharing playmaking duties.
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Obi Toppin
Key Contributor (1.05)
21.1
Low (1.0)
10.3
3.9
1.6
1.1
35.5
Thrived in transition where Indiana’s fast pace maximized his athleticism. Improved three-point efficiency made him a more complete offensive option.
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Jalen Smith
Bench (1.0)
17.2
Low (1.0)
9.9
5.5
1.0
0.9
34.6
Productive reserve big who finished efficiently around the basket and added floor spacing. Offered reliable rebounding in limited minutes.
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Isaiah Jackson
Bench (1.0)
13.1
Low (1.0)
6.5
4.0
0.8
1.6
25.8
High-energy rim runner whose shot blocking and activity level frequently changed possessions. Provided athletic interior depth off the bench.
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Jordan Nwora
Bench (1.0)
10.2
Low (1.0)
5.2
1.8
1.0
0.4
16.8
Reserve scoring forward who supplied occasional shot creation before being included in the Siakam trade package.
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Ben Sheppard
Bench (1.0)
14.3
Low (1.0)
4.4
1.6
0.9
0.6
15.0
Rookie wing whose value came from positioning, defensive effort and willingness to play within structure rather than hunt shots.
NBA All-Rookie Second Team 2024
Jarace Walker
Bench (1.0)
10.3
Low (1.0)
3.6
1.9
1.2
0.8
15.0
Developmental forward who flashed passing feel and defensive versatility. Limited role reflected Indiana’s veteran depth rather than a lack of long-term upside.
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Oscar Tshiebwe
Bench (1.0)
5.3
Low (1.0)
3.3
2.0
0.3
0.4
12.0
Rebounding specialist who maximized short appearances through effort on the glass and physical interior play.
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Doug McDermott
Bench (1.0)
11.3
Low (1.0)
4.2
0.6
0.7
0.3
11.6
Veteran shooter brought back late in the season to add spacing and off-ball movement to the second unit.
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Quenton Jackson
Bench (1.0)
3.7
Low (1.0)
0.7
1.3
0.7
0.3
6.0
End-of-rotation guard whose athleticism and defensive energy stood out during brief opportunities.
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James Johnson
Bench (1.0)
5.2
Low (1.0)
0.9
0.4
0.9
0.7
5.8
Veteran presence valued more for leadership and locker-room influence than box-score production.
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Daniel Theis
Bench (1.0)
8.0
Low (1.0)
2.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
4.0
Appeared briefly before moving on, providing experienced frontcourt depth during a transitional stretch.
FIBA World Cup Champion 2023
Kendall Brown
Bench (1.0)
4.2
Low (1.0)
1.4
0.3
0.3
0.0
4.0
Developmental wing whose NBA minutes were limited as he continued refining his offensive game.
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Isaiah Wong
Bench (1.0)
4.0
Low (1.0)
2.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
4.0
Saw only a brief NBA appearance after spending most of the year developing outside the main rotation.
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TEAM TOTALS
Starter/Star
240.3
High
123.3
41.5
30.8
13.6
549.1
Indiana paired elite pace with high-level playmaking, finishing as one of the NBA’s most explosive offensive teams and reaching the Eastern Conference Finals after acquiring Pascal Siakam.
Primary frontcourt scorer throughout Indiana’s playoff run, blending transition attacks with efficient isolation work. His ability to generate offense without needing plays constantly run for him gave the Pacers another reliable option alongside Haliburton.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Tyrese Haliburton
Starter/Star
34.8
High
18.7
4.8
8.2
2.0
88.7
Lead creator and pace-setter whose passing remained the foundation of Indiana’s offense. Even while managing physical limitations late in the postseason, he consistently bent defenses with deep shooting range and quick decision-making.
NBA All-Star 2024; All-NBA Third Team 2024
Myles Turner
Starter/Star
32.4
Medium
17.0
6.6
2.1
2.0
66.3
Modern two-way center who stretched opposing bigs beyond the arc while still protecting the rim. His 45.3% three-point shooting in the playoffs created valuable spacing for Indiana’s guards and wings.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Andrew Nembhard
Starter/Star
32.6
Medium
14.9
3.3
5.5
0.6
58.5
Secondary playmaker who looked increasingly comfortable carrying offensive responsibility. When defenses focused on Haliburton, Nembhard frequently punished them with efficient scoring and steady pick-and-roll execution.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
T.J. McConnell
Bench
20.5
Medium
11.8
3.1
5.1
1.0
46.2
Relentless reserve guard whose midrange game and ball pressure changed the energy of several playoff contests. His ability to speed up the game often helped Indiana’s second unit win minutes.
7th in NBA Sixth Man of the Year Voting 2024
Aaron Nesmith
Starter/Star
32.9
Medium
10.5
4.9
2.2
1.1
45.3
Defensive-minded wing who regularly drew difficult assignments while still contributing timely scoring. His physical style and willingness to battle bigger players were important throughout the postseason.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Obi Toppin
Bench
20.2
Medium
10.9
4.4
1.7
0.8
42.7
High-motor forward whose transition finishing fit perfectly with Indiana’s up-tempo approach. He supplied efficient scoring bursts and helped maintain offensive pressure when starters rested.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Ben Sheppard
Bench
19.7
Low
5.2
3.0
1.0
0.6
19.6
Low-usage rookie wing who earned trust through positional defense and smart off-ball movement. His playoff minutes reflected how quickly he adapted to a winning environment.
NBA All-Rookie Second Team 2024
Isaiah Jackson
Bench
10.3
Low
3.8
3.2
0.5
1.1
17.2
Athletic backup big who provided vertical spacing and shot blocking in short stretches. His activity around the rim gave Indiana useful energy whenever called upon.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Jalen Smith
Bench
6.0
Low
1.9
2.0
0.3
0.4
9.2
Limited postseason role reduced his opportunities, but he still offered size, rebounding and occasional floor spacing off the bench.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Jarace Walker
Bench
3.4
Low
0.9
0.4
0.4
0.3
4.0
Developmental forward whose playoff appearances were brief, though his defensive versatility and passing instincts remained intriguing long-term traits.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Doug McDermott
Bench
6.4
Low
1.3
0.3
0.7
0.2
5.0
Veteran floor spacer used primarily for shooting depth, providing experienced playoff insurance in a limited role.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
James Johnson
Bench
1.0
Low
1.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
2.0
Locker-room veteran whose influence was felt more through leadership and experience than on-court production during the postseason.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
Kendall Brown
Bench
3.6
Low
0.6
0.4
0.3
0.1
2.8
Young wing who saw only spot duty as Indiana leaned heavily on its established playoff rotation.
Eastern Conference Finals 2024
TEAM TOTALS
Starter/Star
242.9
High
113.9
41.4
29.9
10.3
496.0
Indiana’s playoff identity revolved around pace, ball movement and offensive versatility, reaching the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals behind the Haliburton-Siakam partnership and one of the postseason’s deepest rotations.
