Sheppard will start Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, Tony East of Forbes.com reports. Indiana is without several key players Wednesday, opening up a spot for Sheppard in the starting five. The third-year guard is averaging 7.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 25.7 minutes per game as a starter this season.

Source: Forbes February 12, 2026 10:59 UTC