Caris Levert and Jaylon Tyson Ruled Out of Game with Bucks
Levert Dealing with Foot Soreness, Tyson Out with Illness
The Indiana Pacers will be without two key players when they face the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. Caris LeVert has been ruled out with foot soreness, while Jaylon Tyson is out with an illness.
Levert has been dealing with foot soreness for the past few weeks and missed the Pacers' last game against the Chicago Bulls. The team is hopeful that he will be able to return to action soon, but he will not play against the Bucks.
Tyson, meanwhile, has been battling an illness for the past few days and will not be available to play against the Bucks. The team is hopeful that he will be able to return to action soon, but he will not play against the Bucks.
Pacers Will Need to Step Up in Absence of LeVert and Tyson
The Pacers will need to step up in the absence of LeVert and Tyson. LeVert is the team's leading scorer and rebounder, while Tyson is a key contributor off the bench. The Pacers will need to find a way to replace their production if they want to beat the Bucks.
The Pacers have a few options to replace LeVert and Tyson. TJ McConnell could start at point guard in place of LeVert, while Buddy Hield could move into the starting lineup at shooting guard. The Pacers could also start Aaron Nesmith at small forward and insert Jalen Smith into the starting lineup at power forward.
Bucks Will Be Tough Opponent for Pacers
The Bucks will be a tough opponent for the Pacers, even without LeVert and Tyson. The Bucks are the defending NBA champions and have one of the best records in the league this season. The Pacers will need to play their best game if they want to beat the Bucks.
The Pacers and Bucks will tip off at 7:00 PM ET on Tuesday night. The game will be televised on Bally Sports Indiana.