Ben Sheppard
Indiana Pacers/G/
United StatesPlayer Info
Ben Sheppard is a promising young guard for the Indiana Pacers, selected with the 26th overall pick in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft. The 24-year-old American, standing at 6'6" and weighing 190 pounds, brings size and shooting to the Pacers' backcourt. Born on July 16, 2001, Sheppard entered the league with a reputation as a high-IQ player with a smooth shooting stroke, a skill highly valued in today's NBA. His rookie season was about acclimating to the speed and physicality of the professional game, learning behind established veterans. With a salary reflecting his first-round draft status, Sheppard is part of the Pacers' young core, expected to develop into a reliable three-and-D wing. His path involves growing into a rotational role where his shooting can space the floor for the team's dynamic playmakers, aiming to become a staple in Indiana's future plans.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
GP
4
MPG
19.25
PPG
3.75
2PM%
25%
3PM%
27%
REB
2.75
AST
0.5
STL
0.75
BLK
0
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
4
Games Started
1
Minutes
19.25
Points
3.75
Rebound
2.75
Assist
0.5
Block
0
Steal
0.75
Field Goal %
26%
3-Point Field Goal %
27%
Free Throw %
100%
Offensive Rebound
0.75
Defensive Rebound
2
Turnovers
1.5
Assists/Turnovers
0.3
Personal Fouls
1.5
Total Data
Points
15
Rebound
11
Assist
2
Block
0
Steal
3
Field Goal %
26%
3-Point Field Goal %
27%
Free Throw %
100%
Offensive Rebound
3
Defensive Rebound
8
Turnovers
6
Personal Fouls
6