Pacers coach explains why Bennedict Mathurin coming off bench is 'what's best for the team'
Going back to the bench means Bennedict Mathurin's offensive approach could change and focus a little more on scoring than efficiency.
Pacers Bennedict Mathurin Reacts to Pivotal Role Shift
Indiana Pacers wing Bennedict Mathurin is programmed to score, regardless of whether he comes off the bench. However, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle felt the need to tweak the team's lineup. Naturally, any lineup change will cause conversation among the team. After Carlisle changed the starting lineup, Mathurin reacted to the pivotal role shift.
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin Reacts to Being Benched in Rotation
The Pacers player came off the bench for just the second time since Aaron Nesmith's injury early in the season.
Bennedict Mathurin discusses his move back to the Pacers' bench
Bennedict Mathurin has started 44 games this season but is averaging 17.9 points per game off the bench compared to 16.4 as a starter.
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin: Makes up for early accident
Mathurin racked up 25 points (8-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-12 FT), six rebounds and four assists in 28 minutes during Thursday's 119-112 win over the Clippers.
Pacers Notes: Bennedict Mathurin Benched, Shaq Calls Out Tyrese Haliburton, More
Here is all the latest news you need to know about the Indiana Pacers, including why Bennedict Mathurin was moved to the bench.
Grading Bennedict Mathurin's Season With Pacers Through NBA All-Star Break
The NBA has reached its unofficial midway point over the All-Star Break, what grade does Bennedict Mathurin get for the ...
Turner expects to return for Pacers vs. Memphis
When the Indiana Pacers return to the court after the All-Star break, Myles Turner is expected to be in the lineup. Turner ...
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Obi Toppin's best night as a Pacer, 'spectacular' Bennedict Mathurin save Indiana vs. NBA's worst
Forward Obi Toppin and guard Bennedict Mathurin combined to score 59 points including 46 in the second half and overtime to help the Pacers rally back from 19 points down to steal a 134-130 ...
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Almost every buyer is monitoring Bennedict Mathurin
Indiana guard Bennedict Mathurin is being monitored by nearly every team seen as a buyer at the deadline, according to one scouting executive. But because the Pacers are playing such good ...
Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin: Slides to bench Tuesday
Mathurin will come off the bench in Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
Obi won it. Toppin career night helps Pacers escape with OT win over last-place Wizards
Obi Toppin scored 31 points and Bennedict Mathurin added 28 as Pacers rallied to force overtime and survive the Wizards going ...