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Pacers lose backup Isaiah Jackson to season-ending Achilles tendon injury

Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson will miss the rest of this season after tearing his right Achilles tendon in Friday night's game at New Orleans
NOVEMBER 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Report: Pacers C James Wiseman has Achilles surgery Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman had surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon, ESPN reported Friday, with a recovery timeline still to be...
OCTOBER 25 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
James Wiseman Joins Rare Company The Indiana Pacers reserve center joins the unfortunate company following James Wiseman’s season-ending injury.
OCTOBER 25 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Undergoes successful surgery Wiseman underwent successful surgery to repair a torn left Achilles on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Impact While the timetable for Wiseman's return is expected to be established in the coming weeks, his 2024-25 campaign is almost certainly over. Isaiah Jackson (groin), Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker are now Indiana's primary bench options in the frontcourt.
OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers center James Wiseman has torn left Achilles tendon after brief season debut

Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman tore his left Achilles tendon in the season opener
OCTOBER 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pacers C James Wiseman (Achilles) seriously hurt in opener Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman tore his left Achilles tendon during the first quarter of Wednesday’s season-opening win against the Det...
OCTOBER 24 • KANSASCITY.COM
Pacers center James Wiseman suffers left Achilles tear vs. Pistons | NBA.com James Wiseman was ruled out in the 1st quarter of Indiana's season opener Wednesday after a non-contact injury.
OCTOBER 24 • NBA.COM
Pacers Center James Wiseman Suffered a Torn Achilles in Season Opener Indiana is figuring out a recovery timeline for the fourth-year big man, but it’s possible he could miss the rest of the season.
OCTOBER 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
James Wiseman's Injury Update Won't Please Pacers Fans James Wiseman only played six minutes in the Indiana Pacers’ win over the Detroit Pistons.
OCTOBER 24 • SACBEE.COM
James Wiseman suffers torn Achilles Shams Charania: Indiana Pacers C James Wiseman has suffered a torn left Achilles tendon, league sources tell ESPN. The team and Wiseman are...
OCTOBER 24 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
Suffers torn Achilles The Pacers announced Thursday that Wiseman has suffered a torn left Achilles, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Impact Wiseman suffered a torn left Achilles just five minutes into his regular-season debut for the debut. The No. 2 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft will almost certainly miss the rest of the 2024-25 campaign. With Isaiah Jackson dealing with a groin injury, Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker should receive extended minutes as bench options in Indiana's frontcourt rotation.
OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Rick Carlisle Provides Injury Update on Pacers' Center James Wiseman James Wiseman left his first game as an Indiana Pacer with a leg injury.
OCTOBER 24 • SACBEE.COM
Won't return Wednesday Wiseman has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a left calf injury, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
Impact Wiseman limped off the floor after suffering what seemed to be a non-contact injury and was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the contest with a calf injury. The Pacers are already thin in the frontcourt with Isaiah Jackson (groin) inactive for Wednesday's tilt. With Wiseman out, Obi Toppin, Jarace Walker and James Johnson could see more action. Wiseman's next chance t play will come Friday at New York.
OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
James Wiseman Finishes with 10 PTS (5-5 FG), 3 REB & 2 AST in 10 MIN vs. Grizzlies | Indiana Pacers
OCTOBER 15 • YOUTUBE
James Wiseman has 8 PTS & 10 REB in 11 minutes of Preseason Action at Cavs | Indiana Pacers
OCTOBER 11 • YOUTUBE
Back to bench Wiseman is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers.
Impact Wiseman will return to the bench with Myles Turner (knee) available. Wiseman certainly left a good impression in the preseason opener, though, putting up eight points (4-4 FG, 0-3 FT) and four rebounds across 16 minutes in Tuesday's 131-130 preseason loss to the Hawks.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Perfect from field Tuesday Wiseman logged eight points (4-4 FG, 0-3 FT) and four rebounds across 16 minutes in Tuesday's 131-130 preseason loss to the Hawks.
Impact Wiseman got the start in place of Myles Turner (knee) and was impressive, hitting all four of his shots from the field and looking active on the glass despite playing a mere 16 minutes. Wiseman will aim to deliver a good impression on the coaching staff in the upcoming preseason contests, as he's battling with Isaiah Jackson (undisclosed) for the backup center position behind Turner.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Tuesday Wiseman will enter the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason opener against the Hawks.
Impact With both Myles Turner (knee) and Isaiah Jackson (hamstring) ruled out, Wiseman will get the starting nod. The 23-year-old is expected to compete for minutes with Jackson and Obi Toppin off the bench behind Myles Turner, though Wiseman will likely serve as the third-string center.
OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Off injury report Tuesday Wiseman (groin) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's preseason opener against the Hawks.
Impact With Myles Turner (knee) and Isaiah Jackson (hamstring) both ruled out, the Pacers are expected to take an extended look at Jarace Walker and Wiseman on Tuesday. The 23-year-old will likely have to compete for minutes off the bench with Jackson and Walker, and Wiseman could struggle to pick up significant playing time during the regular season.
OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
James Wiseman Reveals Inspiration The Indiana Pacers have a hungry center on their hands.
OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Businessman convicted of cheating ex-NBA star Dwight Howard out of millions in scam to buy WNBA team

A Georgia businessman has been convicted of cheating former NBA stars Dwight Howard and Chandler Parsons of $8 million after a trial in Manhattan federal court
OCTOBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dealing with groin issue Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Wiseman is dealing with a groin issue that will limit his availability during training camp, Tony East of SI.com reports.
Impact Carlisle did add that Wiseman had a great offseason with the team and that he impressed the coaching staff. Carlisle also said he hopes to simplify Wiseman's role on the court and anticipates that the rest of the roster will enjoy playing with him.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Joins Pacers on two-year deal Wiseman agreed on a two-year deal with the Pacers on Tuesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Impact The Pistons let Wiseman walk in free agency, and the former No. 2 overall pick will join the Pacers as Myles Turner's backup. Wiseman played one full season with Detroit after being acquired from the Warriors in 2022-23, during which he averaged a career-low 7.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 0.6 blocks across 17.3 minutes in 63 regular-season games. The 23-year-old will aim for a fresh start where he can revitalize his career on a team that hopes to contend.
JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Enters free agency The Pistons won't tender a qualifying offer to Wiseman, making him an unrestricted free agent Saturday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Impact Wiseman was the No. 2 overall pick in 2020 for the Warriors, but he has struggled to find a significant role in his three seasons in the league. The 23-year-old was acquired by the Pistons at the trade deadline in 2023, and he played all of the 2023-24 season with the team. Last season, WIseman averaged 7.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 0.6 blocks across 17.3 minutes, all career-lows for the big man. His youth, size and potential will likely land him a two-way contract at the very least in free agency.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
Pistons Set to Make Former No. 2 Pick James Wiseman a Free Agent Wiseman will be entering his fifth season and looking for his third team.
JUNE 26 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
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