Andrew Bynum (knee) has been ruled out of the Pacers' first-round playoff series against the Hawks, the Pacers' official site reports.

Bynum (knee) has been ruled out of the Pacers' first-round playoff series against the Hawks, the Pacers' official site reports.

Analysis:

After Indiana's first postseason practice Thursday -- minus Bynum, despite his presence on the sideline -- coach Frank Vogel said that there's "still a chance [Bynum plays in the playoffs]." If the Pacers survive the Hawks, which is expected considering the 1 versus 8 nature of the matchup, Bynum may be able to fill in as a reserve for Roy Hibbert in the second round.