The Indiana Pacers have had a season riddled by injuries but big man JaKarr Sampson has given the team peace of mind.
Unfortunately, those injuries have taken a hit on every position on the roster. The lack of health has forced the coaching staff to rely on the roster’s depth.
Last week, power forward Domantas Sabonis would miss his third game of the season due to a sore left knee.
Due to Sabonis’ absence, Sampson got the opportunity to be a part of the starting lineup.
In only 13 appearances this season Sampson has had eight starts, a testament to his ability to be ready when called but also evidence of the Pacers’ injury woes.