Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ribs) will officially miss the rest of the 2025-2026 regular season, according to Dustin Dopriak. Zubac won't play again after suffering a fractured rib during Wednesday's loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. The big man was acquired at the trade deadline in a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers. Sadly, Zubac was only able to suit up in five games for the Pacers this season. The Pacers aren't playing for anything but lottery odds, so they'll give Zubac plenty of time to rest and recover. Jay Huff should move into the starting five for the remainder of the season. Given the Pacers' injuries, Huff figures to play a significant role and should offer fantasy value in most formats.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (head) didn't complete Wednesday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports. The Croatian big man took a blow to the head in the fourth quarter, exiting the action with 10:44 remaining in the frame. This was Zubac's fifth and best outing for the Pacers. He tallied 18 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and one block in 23 minutes. Jay Huff started at center before Zubac was ready to make his Pacers debut, and he is likely to slot back into the spot if Zubac isn't available on Friday against the San Antonio Spurs. Kobe Brown would also have an increased role, especially if Micah Potter (triceps) remains out.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers and is set to appear in his fifth consecutive contest despite regularly landing on the injury report. He logged 11 points, seven rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks in 27 minutes in his last game and is averaging 10.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 0.8 blocks in 23.8 minutes with Indiana. His return limits Jay Huff's upside to deep-league formats. Zubac should remain a useful option for managers targeting rebounds and field-goal percentage as long as he stays active.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been upgraded to available ahead of Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He was tagged as questionable coming into the game due to a left ankle sprain. Despite the issue, Zubac is ready to go and will suit up for Tuesday's contest. He's averaging 9.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists across three games with the Pacers. When healthy, Zubac is a consistent contributor who should be rostered and started in most fantasy formats. He could be asked to do more on offense with Pascal Siakam (knee) still sidelined.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been tagged as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the New York Knicks. After recovering from an ankle injury, Zubac has suited up for three straight games, but he might miss Tuesday's contest because it's part of a back-to-back. If Indiana decides to sit Zubac, Jay Huff and Micah Potter (triceps) would move up on the depth chart, though the latter is also considered questionable for Tuesday's game. Both backup bigs performed well for the Pacers during Zubac's five-week absence.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been cleared to make his team debut on Thursday against the Phoenix Suns. He has been out of action since early February due to an ankle injury. Zubac will likely only see limited action against the Suns, but it will be great to see him back. The Croatian big man is set to replace Jay Huff as Indiana's starting center. Zubac's return will also affect the playing time of Micah Potter.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Kings as he continues recovering from a sprained left ankle that has delayed his debut with the team. The Pacers remain thin in the frontcourt, especially with Pascal Siakam (knee) also sidelined. Jay Huff should continue handling starting center duties after posting 16 points, six rebounds, and five blocks in 22 minutes during the last game against Portland. Jarace Walker (ankle) could also maintain a large role if cleared to play after producing 14 points and two steals in 31 minutes, while Micah Potter remains a deeper-league option.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Before Wednesday's loss to the Clippers, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle told reporters that Zubac would definitely play this season. However, his Pacers debut won't happen on Friday night. The Croatian big man has been on the shelf since Feb. 2 due to a left ankle sprain. Jay Huff and Micah Potter will continue to do the heavy lifting at the No. 5 spot until Zubac is ready to play.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) will remain sidelined on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Due to a left ankle sprain, he has yet to play for the Pacers since arriving from the Clippers a month ago, and Zubac remains without a timeline for his return. Jay Huff and Micah Potter will continue to handle the minutes at center until Zubac is ready to make his Pacers debut. Potter has clearly outperformed Huff in recent games despite coming off the bench, averaging 15.7 points and 5.5 rebounds since the All-Star break.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against Dallas as he continues to recover from a sprained ankle. With the Pacers managing multiple rotation injuries, there is little incentive to rush him back. Jay Huff should remain in the starting lineup after erupting for 22 points with five threes in 16 minutes last game, and he previously logged 15 points, eight rebounds, and three blocks in 21 minutes. Huff is a clear streamer in standard formats, while Micah Potter profiles as a deep-league add after posting 18 points and four threes. Jarace Walker also gains frontcourt stability minutes.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) isn't ready to make his team debut when the season resumes on Thursday, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports. The Croatian big man was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, and Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said after the session that it will be "a while" before Zubac is ready to play. The Pacers have the fourth-worst record in the league and aren't in a rush to get Zubac back into the lineup. With him out, Jay Huff, Micah Potter, and Kobe Brown share minutes at center.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) will not make his Pacers' debut in either game of the team's back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to coach Rick Carlisle. Carlisle said that Zubac will be out through the break and added, "I don't think he's going to play for a while. He's got a lingering ankle situation." Zubac was acquired from the Clippers before the trade deadline as a key piece for the Pacers' future roster after Tyrese Haliburton returns from his injury. Until then, the team doesn't have much motivation to push him to return early, since they are only 13-40 and well out of the playoff picture, and also likely looking to improve their draft position. The team will continue to lean heavily on Jay Huff, Jarace Walker, and Micah Potter in the frontcourt while Zubac is out.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the New York Knicks, as he continues to work back from a left ankle sprain that has delayed his Pacers debut. Zubac closed his Clippers tenure strong with consistent double-double production, but his availability remains uncertain. If he sits again, Jay Huff is a strong short-term stream after starting Sunday and posting 15 points, two 3-pointers, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks in 30 minutes. Huff offers immediate value in points, blocks, and threes, while Zubac remains a stash with upside once cleared.

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac will not play Friday against Milwaukee as his move from Los Angeles continues to be finalized, leaving his Indiana debut on hold. Zubac averaged 14.4 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists on 61.3 percent shooting in 30.9 minutes this season, and he is expected to slide into the starting center role once available. That likely creates short-term pressure on Jarace Walker, who has been productive recently with expanded minutes. Walker's role could tighten initially, though his strong play may still earn him featured opportunities later. Pascal Siakam remains locked into heavy usage, while Jay Huff profiles as a rotation casualty.

The Los Angeles Clippers are trading center Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Zubac has spent the past eight seasons with the Clippers and has played his best basketball over the past two seasons, averaging nearly 16 points and 12 rebounds per game. With the Clippers looking to rebuild and shed these expiring contracts, Zubac heads out of Los Angeles for the first time in his career. After the Pacers lost center Myles Turner in free agency, they've relied on Jay Huff to start this season, so expect Huff's role to change. For the remainder of the 2025-26 season, Zubac should see his offensive production improve as injuries to Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin impact the Pacers lineup. For the Clippers, Brook Lopez should move into the starting lineup, with Yanic Konan Niederhauser stepping up as well.

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (personal) won't be with the team on Wednesday night when the team hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers. Near the trade deadline, a personal tag raises some red flags about a potential deal. Zubac fantasy managers and Clippers fans need not worry, however. The 28-year-old and his wife had a newborn last night. Brook Lopez is likely to get the start on Wednesday. Zubac will likely rejoin the team Friday night when they visit the Sacramento Kings.

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) will play in Friday's contest against the Toronto Raptors. The team has upgraded his status from questionable to available. Zubac will be back in action after sitting out Wednesday's win over the Washington Wizards due to a left ankle sprain. Zubac's return will push Brook Lopez to the bench, and Yanic Konan Niederhauser will likely be out of the rotation. Friday's game is an uncomfortable spot for Zubac, since Toronto has given up the sixth-fewest fantasy points to centers this season.

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) won't be in action against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. He tweaked his left ankle in Monday's win over the Charlotte Hornets and will miss at least one game because of the injury. Zubac's absence might result in Yanic Konan Niederhauser rejoining the rotation, though Brook Lopez and John Collins are expected to do the heavy lifting at the number five position. The Clippers' frontcourt will face an opponent that has allowed more fantasy points to centers than any other team this season.

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) is in danger of missing Wednesday's fantastic fantasy matchup against the Washington Wizards. Zubac missed the end of Monday's win over the Charlotte Hornets due to a left ankle sprain and could now sit out an entire contest. If Zubac can't play through the injury, the Clippers will probably reintroduce Brook Lopez to the starting lineup, with Yanic Konan Niederhauser potentially rejoining the rotation. John Collins is also an option to fill minutes at the center position. Washington allows the most fantasy points in the league to centers.

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) will be available for Saturday's home game against the Celtics after missing five consecutive contests with a Grade 2 sprain. His return solidifies the Clippers' interior rotation and restores a dependable double-double presence, as Zubac is averaging 15.6 points and 11.1 rebounds in 32.0 minutes this season. With Zubac back, the streaming appeal of Brook Lopez and Yanic Konan Niederhauser takes a hit, while John Collins faces less small-ball strain. Zubac remains a clear hold with top-50 center production when healthy.