Pacers fans coming to disappointing Ben Sheppard realization

Ben Sheppard has a prime opportunity to solidify himself as a legitimate contributor in Indiana, but he has been a big disappointment and is proving he may not be a long-term option.

Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) during a game against the Golden State Warriors. | Eakin Howard/GettyImagesThe Indiana Pacers' 1-10 beginning of the 2025-26 season could be framed as one giant blessing in disguise from a delusionally optimistic point of view.

Indiana's injury misfortune to start the new year with Tyrese Haliburton already slated to miss the campaign as he recovers from a torn Achilles has paved the way for a gap year. But a few key pieces have received a golden opportunity to prove their…