Walker (foot) won't play in Sunday's game against Detroit, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Walker will miss the final game of the 2025-26 campaign. With Walker sidelined, Kobe Brown or Jalen Slawson are in line to replace him in the starting lineup, and it's possible both players are deployed on the first unit.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Cleared to play Friday
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Walker (back) is available for Friday's game against Philadelphia.
Walker has been battling a sacral contusion for weeks. While he has popped up on the injury report since returning from a four-game absence, he's appeared in Indiana's last two contests, most recently amassing 14 points, nine rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one block across 30 minutes in Thursday's 123-94 win over the Nets.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Nearly triple-doubles in win
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Walker ended Thursday's 123-94 win over the Nets with 14 points (5-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals in 30 minutes.
Although Walker came into this game with a questionable tag due to a sacral contusion, he responded with a near triple-double in the starting lineup. Over his last 11 games, he's averaging 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 28.9 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Upgraded to available
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Walker (back) is available for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Walker has been cleared to play Thursday despite battling a sacral contusion. Over his last 10 appearances, the forward has averaged 14.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.3 three-pointers in 28.8 minutes per contest while shooting 43.4 percent from three-point land.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Uncertain status vs. Brooklyn
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Walker is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets due to a sacral contusion.
Walker supplied 11 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Timberwolves. Even though he should play regularly if healthy down the stretch, this contusion puts his status in jeopardy for Thursday's game. If Walker can't suit up, look for Jalen Slawson and Quenton Jackson to see more minutes.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Strong two-way display in loss
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Walker supplied 11 points (4-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Timberwolves.
Walker might have needed 12 shots to score 11 points, but he salvaged his fantasy line by delivering solid numbers in other categories, including a three-steal performance. It was the fourth time he recorded three or more swipes in a game. This was Walker's return from a four-game absence due to a back contusion, and he's expected to remain in the starting lineup in the Pacers' final three games of the regular season.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Ruled out Sunday
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Walker (back) is listed as out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.
Walker suffered a back injury after taking a hard fall in the 114-113 loss to the Clippers on March 27. As a result, he will miss a fourth consecutive contest. With Walker unavailable, Kobe Brown is expected to remain in the starting lineup.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Ruled out for Friday
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Walker (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Charlotte.
Walker will miss a third straight game due to a lower-back bruise, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday in Cleveland. With the third-year forward out, Kobe Brown and Ben Sheppard are candidates for increased playing time.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Unlikely to play Sunday
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Walker (back) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Heat, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
With Walker not expected to play Sunday, Kobe Brown could get a spot start and there will be more minutes available for Ben Sheppard and Jalen Slawson. Check back closer to tipoff for official word on Walker's status.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Leaves early with concussion
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Walker (concussion) won't return to Friday's game against the Clippers, Tony East of Forbes.com reports. He finished with five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in four minutes.
Walker landed hard on his head on a dunk attempt with 7:48 remaining in the first quarter and checked out of the game 11 seconds to be evaluated for a concussion. Indiana's decision to shut Walker down for the night likely indicates that he sustained a concussion, putting the third-year forward in jeopardy of missing the Pacers' next game Sunday versus the Pacers. Kobe Brown started the second half in Walker's place, and both Brown and Jalen Slawson could be in line for extra playing time if Walker ends up missing further action.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Questionable to return Friday
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Walker is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Friday's game against the Clippers.
Walker appeared to hit his head early in the opening quarter and is in the locker room being evaluated for a concussion. If the 22-year-old forward is unable to return, Kobe Brown and Obi Toppin will likely help pick up the slack the rest of the way.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Heading to locker room
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Walker exited Friday's game against the Clippers due to an apparent head injury, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Walker appeared to land hard on his head after a dunk. If the 22-year-old can't return, he will finish with five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-0 FT), one rebound and one assist in four minutes.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Scores 15 points in loss
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Walker ended with 15 points (5-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and four assists across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 loss to the Lakers.
Walker's play this season has been a bright spot in what's otherwise been a lost season for the Pacers. The third-year forward is ending the season on a strong run and has scored in double digits in each of his last eight games, averaging 15.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game in that span. Furthermore, Walker is averaging 14.9 points, 7.2 boards and 3.8 assists per game since the All-Star break while starting in each of his 18 appearances and averaging 31.5 minutes per game. Look for Walker to remain in the starting lineup in the final weeks of the regular season amid what has been a career-best season for him.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Stuffs stat sheet in loss Sunday
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Walker finished with 14 points (6-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one block across 30 minutes during Sunday's 134-123 loss to the Bucks.
Walker continued to produce offensively, and the third-year forward has emerged as a reliable presence for the Pacers on both ends of the court this season. He's scored in double digits in all but two of his 13 appearances since the All-Star break, and he's taken advantage of the increased volume he's had of late. Walker has attempted at least 10 shots in all but three of his outings since the break, and although he's shooting under 45.0 percent from the field, that uptick in opportunity should boost his fantasy floor in most formats.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Just misses double-double
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Walker posted 18 points (6-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Friday's 101-92 loss to the Knicks.
Walker continues to produce for the Pacers, coming close to what would've been his fourth double-double of the year. Even when Pascal Siakam (knee) returns, Walker appears to be solidified as a starter. Walker has started 13 consecutive games, during which he has averaged 15.1 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 31.2 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Probable for Tuesday
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Walker is probable for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to a right ankle sprain and mid-back soreness.
Walker tallied 14 points during Sunday's matchup against Portand but evidently emerged from the game a bit banged up. Even so, he appears on track to play Tuesday in Sacramento.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Solid effort in loss
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Walker logged 10 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 128-117 loss to the Lakers.
Even with Indiana getting some regular starters back recently, Walker continues to play a consistent role and put up solid numbers across the board. Since Jan. 21, Walker has appeared in 18 of Indiana's 19 games (14 starts), averaging 16.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 29.1 minutes.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Career-high 14 boards in loss
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Walker finished Thursday's 112-105 loss to the Wizards with 19 points (5-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 30 minutes.
Walker did not have the most efficient night from the field and committed five turnovers, but the third-year pro put together a strong stat line during Thursday's loss. He led the Pacers in points, rebounds and assists, and his 14 boards were a career high. Walker should continue to operate in an expanded role in the absence of Johnny Furphy, the latter of whom will miss the rest of the regular season due to a torn right ACL.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Paces Indiana in victory
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Walker finished Wednesday's 115-110 win over the Nets with 23 points (9-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block across 32 minutes.
Walker returned to action Wednesday after missing the front end of this back-to-back set due to an illness. The third-year forward saw an increased role in the win, as the Pacers were without multiple key contributors. Walker racked up a game-high 23 points, reaching the 20-point threshold for the fifth time this season. The 22-year-old has logged 20-plus minutes in 13 straight appearances and should continue to see meaningful playing time while Indiana begins looking toward the future.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Late addition to injury report
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Walker (illness) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Walker is dealing with an illness and was an extremely late addition to the injury report. If he's unable to go Tuesday, Ben Sheppard, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates for increased playing time. Walker has averaged 15.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 27.8 minutes per contest over his last five games (two starts).
