Expected to start Monday Jackson is likely to start Monday's game against the Clippers, James Boyd of the Indy Star reports. Impact With Goga Bitadze (ankle), Domantas Sabonis (COVID-19) and Myles Turner (foot) out, and Oshae Brissett (ankle) expected to sit, the Pacers are down most of their center depth, so the rookie is the clear next man up for coach Rick Carlisle. Jackson has taken on a larger role over the last two weeks since Turner went down, and he's flashed some fantasy upside with averages of 11.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 1.0 steals in just 17.2 minutes over his last five games. When the Pacers are at full strength, Jackson is mostly an afterthought, but as the Feb. 10 trade deadline approaches, he makes for an intriguing stash candidate should one of Turner or Sabonis be moved. Even if the Pacers stand pat, they could opt to work in more young players down the stretch of what's quickly devolved into a rebuilding year.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
