NBA · Charlotte Hornets · 17:52 ET · via @UnderdogNBA

Braden Smith enters starting lineup for Indiana Pacers on Monday

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Lineup alert: Braden Smith will start Monday, per coach Carlisle. (Underdog NBA)

Underdog NBA reports that point guard Braden Smith enters the starting lineup on Monday, according to head coach Rick Carlisle.

The rookie guard takes on a starting role for Monday's contest. He holds a healthy status heading into the matchup.

The next face the Atlanta Hawks. Smith steps into the primary unit for the game.