Why Domantas Sabonis wasn't available to start against the Heat

He had started in every game for three straight seasons, but not this one.

Domantas Sabonis was a late scratch to the Pacers’ starting lineup on Friday. (Photo: BSI)

Just moments before tipoff Friday night against the Miami Heat, a familiar face was missing on the Pacers’ bench at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Their two-time All-Star.

There was a last-minute change to the starting lineup. Domantas Sabonis was not out there, replaced by…