Nets vs. Pacers game preview: How to watch, injuries, starting lineups

The Brooklyn Nets (0-2) had the opportunity to notch their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season at the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, but they weren't able to overcome their 22-point deficit. Brooklyn has no time to sulk as they welcome the Indiana Pacers (1-1) to Barclays Center on Sunday and if y

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The Brooklyn Nets (0-2) had the opportunity to notch their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season at the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, but they weren't able to overcome their 22-point deficit. Brooklyn has no time to sulk as they welcome the Indiana Pacers (1-1) to Barclays Center on Sunday and if you're wondering where you can watch all the action live, you've come to the right place!

The Nets come into this game following a 125-121 loss to the Cavaliers where Cleveland was able to build their massive lead thanks to their three-headed attack led by guard Donovan Mitchell. Forward Michael Porter Jr. continued his scorching hot start to the season with 28 points and nine rebounds while forward Julius Randle has 23 points, six rebounds, and five

assists.

The Pacers enter this matchup after a 121-105 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Friday in which they fell behind by 17 points in the first quarter and weren't able to recover at any point. Forward Pascal Siakam led the team in scoring with 23 points and three rebounds while guard Tyrese Haliburton had 18 points and seven assists as he continues to get back into the flow of playing basketball again.

Here is what you need to know to get ready for this matchup:

How To Watch

Date: Sunday, Oct. 25
Time: 6:00 PM ET
Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
Channel: YES Network/DAZN

Notable Injuries

Nets: OUT: Mikel Brown Jr. (back injury management) and Tyler Bilodeau (right shoulder sprain).

Pacers: OUT: Johnny Furphy (right ACL surgery), TJ McConnell (right hamstring strain), and Ben Sheppard (left meniscus tear). DOUBTFUL: Braden Smith (G League). PROBABLE: Kobe Brown (G League), Aaron Nesmith (left hamstring strain), and Jalen Slawson (G League).