For the game, they could be without one of their best players, as All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton is on the injury report. Haliburton missed the team's last game, so this would be his second straight out of action (if he doesn't play).

The Indiana Pacers will visit the Detroit Pistons on Thursday at Little Caesars Arena. Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith are questionable on the team’s injury report. Haliburton is dealing with a left groin strain,

It’s a memory-lane trip for Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton as well.

Throughout the current season, Haliburton’s impact on the Pacers has been undeniable: his offensive output is almost unmatched in terms of impact on his teammates; he is averaging 18.1 points, 8.8 assists, and 3.6 rebounds so far this year and continues to be a huge cog in the machine.

Jan 10, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) dribbles the ball while Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton and forward Aaron Nesmith are available for Thursday's game. Nesmith has been out since Nov. 1.