Ben Simmons and D'Angelo Russell's statuses are uncertain entering Monday's Nets-Pacers matchup at Barclays Center.

The Brooklyn Nets ruled out Ben Simmons and D'Angelo Russell for Monday's home matchup against the Indiana Pacers due to their respective injuries.

Ben Simmons (lower back injury management) was also ruled out against the Pacers. No Russell, Thomas or Simmons meant the Nets were severely undermanned in the backcourt.

The Brooklyn Nets and Ben Simmons are not interested in a buyout agreement, but are still open to trade talks, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

The Indiana Pacers will look to continue their winning ways on Monday when they travel to Brooklyn to take on the Nets. More Pacers: Rick Carlisle Reveals Impact Bennedict Mathurin Has Had on Pacers Recent Turnaround The Pacers will look to earn their 19th win of the season and go above .