Pacers' Myles Turner Available Against Hornets, Mathurin Out

Myles Turner is set to return for the Indiana Pacers' game against the Charlotte Hornets after missing a previous match due to illness, while Bennedict Mathurin will miss his third consecutive game due to left calf soreness. Coach Rick Carlisle expressed optimism that Mathurin could return by Sunday, despite his absence leading to increased playing time for second-year forward Jarace Walker. The Pacers have clinched a playoff spot and are aiming for the fourth seed to secure home-court advantage in the first round. Turner, who has been pivotal for the team with averages of 15.4 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, is crucial to the Pacers’ playoff aspirations. Additionally, the Pacers are looking to overcome their struggles against the Hornets, having lost to them previously this season. The Hornets will be without key players including LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, further impacting the matchup.