Ian Mahinmi (back) plans to play through the pain for Game 3 on Thursday, Candance Buckner of IndyStar Sports reports.

Mahinmi (back) plans to play through any lingering pain in Thursday's Game 3 matchup with the Raptors, Candace Buckner of the Indianapolis Star reports.

Analysis:

Mahinmi left Game 2 on Monday due to lower-back soreness, which has been a recurring issue for him throughout the season. The Pacers are officially listing Mahinmi as questionable for Game 3, but the center's belief that he can tolerate the pain may be enough for coach Frank Vogel to keep him active. Even if that's the case, Mahinmi's minutes could still be limited, in which case Lavoy Allen, Myles Turner, and/or Jordan Hill may be relied on for more minutes.