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Yahoo
6 days ago
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Pacers sign promising center to $21 million extension after Myles Turner's departure
The post Pacers sign promising center to $21 million extension after Myles Turner's departure appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Indiana Pacers' offseason has been one of the more dramatic ones in the NBA. The Pacers lost Tyrese Haliburton to a torn ACL in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. In the aftermath of the injury, Indiana chose to let starting center Myles Turner walk in free agency to the Milwaukee Bucks. Pacers general manager Chad Buchanon will replace him with Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson. Advertisement Huff was a free agent addition after his time with the Memphis Grizzlies came to an end. Jackson, however, has spent his entire career in Indiana. The Pacers signed the young center to a three-year, $21 million contract, according to Shams Charania. Jackson was buried in the depth chart behind Turner and Tony Bradley last season. His team is excited to see what he can become. At 23 years old, Jackson still has a ways to go before he hits his prime. While he did not receive much playing time in Rick Carlisle's rotation, his development has intrigued the Pacers' coaching staff. Buchanon now has three centers on his roster that could help fill the hole left by Turner. Indiana brought Huff in on a manageable deal earlier this offseason. However, the fact that Buchanon and the team's owners would not go into the luxury tax to pay Turner has bothered experts since they lost him to the Bucks. Compared to teams throughout the league, the Pacers are a smaller market and are unwilling to pay taxes to keep their team together. Jackson gives Indiana a young replacement that could grow into Turner's shoes. He is not the 3-point shooting threat that Turner was. However, he gives Haliburton a consistent lob threat to target around the rim. Jackson's new contract is a show of faith from his organization that he is a part of a core that will be waiting for Haliburton when he returns. Related: Caitlin Clark tells heartwarming Tyrese Haliburton story Related: Pacers' Andrew Nembhard shares true feelings about Myles Turner's departure
Forbes
12-07-2025
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- Forbes
Indiana Pacers Re-Sign Center Isaiah Jackson, Beef Up Center Rotation
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 10: Isaiah Jackson #22 of the Indiana Pacers brings the ball up the ... More court in the game against the Washington Wizards at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on January 10, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by) LAS VEGAS – The Indiana Pacers are re-signing center Isaiah Jackson and keeping the young big man in Indianapolis going forward. Jackson, 23, was drafted by the Pacers in 2021 and just wrapped up his four-year rookie contract. He was a restricted free agent, which gave Indiana a chance to match offers from other teams if they wanted to keep Jackson. They made it clear they wanted to retain him, and President of Basketball Operations discussed Jackson's outlook earlier this week. 'We're moving in a good direction with Isaiah,' he said. 'I think the sky's the limit for him.' Jackson averaged 7.0 points and 5.6 rebounds per game last season, healthy numbers for a backup big. But he only played in five games for the Pacers – in early November, the Kentcuky product suffered a torn Achilles against the New Orleans Pelicans. It ended his season. He scored in double figures twice before the injury and showed improved reboudning chops. It was a big loss for the Pacers, who are now hoping to keep developing the Michican native. Indiana traded away assets to acquire the athletic big man in 2021. 'This is year four. I know it's what I'm coming into this year, which is playing hard,' Jackson said before the 2024-25 season. Why the Pacers opted to keep Jackson The Pacers needed a backup five when free agency began. But after losing Myles Turner to the Milwaukee Bucks, Indiana had few centers under contract. They had to bring in some big men, and Jackson was one of the better options they had. Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson (22) celebrates his basket against the Atlanta Hawks during ... More the second half of an In-Season Tournament NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) He fits well with the blue and gold. As an athletic, above the rim player on offense, Jackson has found success in the up-tempo Indiana system. He's been able to grow as a defender and rim finisher. In his last full season, he shot 79.5% from 0-3 feet and had 72 dunks. His finishing is part of what makes him an important fit for the Pacers, and his defense has continued to improve. His foot speed allows him to guard several positions, and he's become more disicplined with his foul avoidance in recent years. 'When I think about Isaiah and what he did in the playoffs, not this year but the previous year, he had big monents against New York,' Pritchard said. 'I think we've got some real upside guys,' he added of the center position. There is a chance that Jackson is the Pacers starter at center this season. With Turner on the way to Milwaukee, Indiana has a hole at the five. Jackson – along with Jay Huff, James Wiseman, and Tony Bradley – are the only bigs on the roster. The team is expected to have a center by comittee approach this season. 'We're going to have three or four really good centers that are going to come in and compete for a starting position. We've always done well when there's a lot of competition at a position,' Pritchad said. Jackson will be in that mix and might have the inside track for the starting job give his familiarity with the franchise. Jackson's deal is for three years and totals $21 million. There are no options, and it's fully guaranteed outside of some protections for injuries. That makes good sense for the Pacers given Jackson's recent injury. The Pacers now have 15 players under contract and are about $7.1 million below the luxury tax.
Indianapolis Star
11-07-2025
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Economic Times
11-07-2025
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Pacers re-sign Isaiah Jackson to three-year, $21 million contract after injury recovery
Isaiah Jackson has signed a three-year, $21 million deal with the Indiana Pacers, returning after an Achilles injury to strengthen the team's frontcourt rotation Pacers bring back Isaiah Jackson on three-year dealThe Indiana Pacers have agreed to terms with Isaiah Jackson on a three-year, $21 million contract, according to league sources. The deal was first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania on Friday, July 11, and confirmed by who was entering restricted free agency, received a qualifying offer from Indiana before the June 30 deadline, allowing the Pacers to retain matching rights. His return comes at a critical time for the franchise, which has seen major roster shifts in the frontcourt, including the departure of starting center Myles Turner to the Milwaukee Bucks. Also read: Cooper Flagg impresses in Mavericks debut against Lakers in NBA Summer League In response to Turner's exit, Indiana signed James Wiseman, acquired Jay Huff in a trade with Memphis, and exercised the club option for Tony Bradley. Jackson's re-signing further stabilizes the position group as training camp approaches. Jackson returns following Achilles injury and rehab progressJackson appeared in just five games during the 2024–25 season before suffering a torn Achilles tendon in his right leg on November 1 in a matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. At the time of the injury, he was averaging 7.0 points and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 60.9 per cent from the the 2023–24 season, Jackson competed with Jalen Smith for the backup center role. He averaged 6.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 13.1 minutes per game. He also led the team in field goal percentage, converting 66.5 per cent of his per-36 minute statistics,17.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks, ranked among the highest on the roster. Known for his rim-running ability, lob finishing, and energy off the bench, Jackson has consistently contributed in limited playing time. Also read: Kevin Love reacts to stunning three-team NBA trade, says 'never thought I'd be a ...' Listed at 6-foot-9 and 205 pounds, Jackson has historically been considered undersized for the center position. However, team sources indicated that he added weight during his rehabilitation process, which could affect his physicality and impact on the floor during the upcoming season.
Time of India
11-07-2025
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- Time of India
Pacers re-sign Isaiah Jackson to three-year, $21 million contract after injury recovery
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Indiana Pacers have agreed to terms with Isaiah Jackson on a three-year, $21 million contract, according to league sources. The deal was first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania on Friday, July 11, and confirmed by who was entering restricted free agency, received a qualifying offer from Indiana before the June 30 deadline, allowing the Pacers to retain matching rights. His return comes at a critical time for the franchise, which has seen major roster shifts in the frontcourt, including the departure of starting center Myles Turner to the Milwaukee read: Cooper Flagg impresses in Mavericks debut against Lakers in NBA Summer League In response to Turner's exit, Indiana signed James Wiseman, acquired Jay Huff in a trade with Memphis, and exercised the club option for Tony Bradley. Jackson's re-signing further stabilizes the position group as training camp appeared in just five games during the 2024–25 season before suffering a torn Achilles tendon in his right leg on November 1 in a matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. At the time of the injury, he was averaging 7.0 points and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 60.9 per cent from the the 2023–24 season, Jackson competed with Jalen Smith for the backup center role. He averaged 6.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 13.1 minutes per game. He also led the team in field goal percentage, converting 66.5 per cent of his per-36 minute statistics,17.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks, ranked among the highest on the roster. Known for his rim-running ability, lob finishing, and energy off the bench, Jackson has consistently contributed in limited playing read: Kevin Love reacts to stunning three-team NBA trade, says 'never thought I'd be a ...' Listed at 6-foot-9 and 205 pounds, Jackson has historically been considered undersized for the center position. However, team sources indicated that he added weight during his rehabilitation process, which could affect his physicality and impact on the floor during the upcoming season.
