Availability
Obi Toppin is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Fantasy Impact
Toppin made his return from a lengthy absence earlier this week. He is likely to remain on a minutes restriction.
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Obi Toppin is making steady but gradual progress and will remain sidelined for a while.
Fantasy Impact
Toppin has not played since undergoing surgery on his right foot in late October. While he was able to participate in parts of practice on Tuesday, he still does not have a timeline for his return.
Obi Toppin will have a procedure on Monday to place a screw in his right foot, as reported by Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star.
Fantasy Impact
Toppin is expected to miss a considerable amount of time. Head coach Rick Carlisle indicated the long-term nature of the injury, telling the media not to ask for an update on Toppin's status until February 1. In his absence, Jay Huff, Jarace Walker, and Tony Bradley will likely see increased roles in the frontcourt.
Obi Toppin is expected to be unavailable for at least the next month due to a hamstring injury, reports Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star. The injury occurred during Indiana's game against the Timberwolves on Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
The severity of the hamstring issue necessitates a significant recovery period for Toppin. His extended absence will likely create increased opportunities within the Pacers' rotation for Jarace Walker and Tony Bradley.
Obi Toppin left Sunday's game early against the Timberwolves with a leg injury.
Fantasy Impact
Toppin had been playing through the injury. He can be considered as day-to-day.