Jalen Slawson News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Paul Reed and Tobias Harris finish with a flourish as Pistons beat Pacers 133-121 for win No. 60

Paul Reed finished with 26 points, six rebounds, three assists and three blocks and Tobias Harris scored 24 points as the Eastern Conference’s top seeded Detroit Pistons beat the I...

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Tossed in regular-season finale Slawson was ejected in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Pistons after being assessed a Flagrant 2 foul, Tony East of Forbes.com reports. He'll finish with two points...

Impact Slawson got the starting nod in Sunday's regular-season finale and tallied a career-high five steals. However, he was ejected from the game with 9:33 remaining in the final quarter.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Pistons Slawson will start in Sunday's game against Detroit, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact The Pacers are running with a skeleton crew for the final game of the 2025-26 campaign, so Slawson will return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in Friday's 105-94 loss to Philadelphia. In five starts this season, the 26-year-old has averaged 10.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.2 steals across 28.2 minutes.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Retreating to bench Slawson won't start Friday's game against the 76ers, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact With Kobe Brown (back) returning to action after a one-game absence, Slawson will slide to the second unit. The two-way player has averaged 6.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks in 21.2 minutes per contest over six appearances off the bench this season.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers get double-digit scoring from 7 players in a 123-94 win over the Nets

Obi Toppin had 26 points and nine rebounds and seven Indiana players scored in double figures as the Pacers snapped a three-game skid with a 123-94 win over the Brooklyn Nets

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Starting sans Brown Slawson will start Thursday's game against the Nets.

Impact With Kobe Brown (back) sidelined, Slawson will return to the first unit. As a starter this season (four games), he has averaged 9.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks across 28.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ayo Dosunmu scores 24 as Timberwolves beat the Pacers 124-104 and clinch a playoff berth

Ayo Dosunmu scored 24 points and Julius Randle and Bones Hyland each added 19 as the Minnesota Timberwolves picked up a critical 124-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday...

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Not starting vs. Minnesota Slawson won't start Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact After starting and recording a career-high 19 points in Sunday's loss to Cleveland, Slawson will head back to the bench. As a reserve this season (five appearances), he has averaged 5.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.2 blocks in 18.6 minutes per contest.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in start Slawson recorded 19 points (7-11 FG, 5-7 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Sunday's 117-108 loss to Cleveland.

Impact After sitting out his previous game for two-way eligibility, Slawson was in the starting group Sunday with multiple key players sitting out. Over his last four appearances, he's averaging 6.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.8 three-pointers in 19.2 minutes per contest.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell scores 38 points, playoff-bound Cavaliers beat Pacers 117-108

Donovan Mitchell scored 23 of his 38 points in the second half, James Harden had 28 points and seven assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the injury-plagued Indiana Pacers 117-...

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Micah Potter has Double-Double & Jalen Slawson's Career Night in Cleveland | Full Game Highlights

APRIL 6 • YOUTUBE

Starting against Cleveland Slawson will start in Sunday's game against Cleveland, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact The Pacers won't have their usual starting group Sunday, so Slawson's services will be needed. The 26-year-old has started three times throughout the campaign, averaging 6.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.0 steals across 26.7 minutes in those appearances.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Friday The Pacers list Slawson (two-way) out for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Despite playing 24 minutes in the Pacers' previous game Wednesday against the Bulls, Slawson will take a seat Friday as Indiana aims to preserve his availability moving forward. After Friday's contest, the two-way player will be eligible to play in each of Indiana's remaining five games and could be a worthy pickup for fantasy managers looking for aid in the defensive categories. Since signing with Indiana on Feb. 28, Slawson has appeared in eight games at the NBA level and has averaged 5.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.4 steals, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers in 21.5 minutes per contest.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive showing Slawson recorded eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists, three blocks and two steals across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 145-126 victory over the Bulls.

Impact Slawson continues to demonstrate his defensive upside, recording at least four combined steals and blocks for the fourth time in his past six games. While his production warrants fantasy attention, the fact that both his availability and playing time continue to fluctuate has to be factored in when considering him as a pickup.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Wednesday Slawson won't start Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Slawson got the starting nod in Sunday's win over Miami but will slide to the second unit in favor of Kobe Brown on Wednesday. Slawson has averaged 4.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.5 steals in 17.3 minutes per contest over four appearances off the bench this season.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Miami Slawson will start in Sunday's game against the Heat, according to Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star.

Impact Kobe Brown was considered the favorite to start in place of Jarace Walker (back). However, Slawson will be the one to take Walker's spot. In two starts this season, Slawson is averaging 10.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 2.5 blocks and 1.5 steals across 32.0 minutes.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Only four minutes in loss Slawson registered zero points (0-1 FG), one assist and one steal in four minutes during Friday's 114-113 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Slawson logged just four minutes, a blow for anyone who streamed him, especially given the fact that there were likely alternatives available in most leagues. Although he has proven himself to be an elite defensive contributor, the fact remains that his role is far too unpredictable to warrant a permanent roster spot. For now, he is just a name to watch, assuming his playing time increases as we near the end of the season.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive again Wednesday The Pacers list Slawson (two-way) as out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Indiana will have the same 12 players available Wednesday as they did in Monday's 128-126 win over Orlando, so Slawson and the Pacers' other two two-way players (Ethan Thompson and Taelon Peter) will head to the bench. The 16-56 Pacers have little at stake beyond draft positioning as the season winds down, so expect the team to limit or hold out multiple veteran players with minor injuries in their remaining nine games after Wednesday. Slawson will be eligible to play in eight of those contests, and he could be worth a look in fantasy leagues if the Pacers do in fact opt to rest other key rotation options. Through his first five appearances with Indiana, Slawson has averaged 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 three-pointers in 25.6 minutes.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Monday The Pacers list Slawson (two-way) out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Twelve players will suit up for the Pacers on Monday, and that will be enough for the club to hold Slawson out for the night in order to preserve his availability moving forward. The two-way player will be inactive for the second game in a row, but after Monday, he'll be eligible to play in eight of Indiana's remaining 10 contests. Since signing his two-way deal in late February, Slawson has been productive when he's been included in the rotation. Over his five appearances (two starts) for the Pacers, Slawson has averaged 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 three-pointers in 25.6 minutes.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Saturday Slawson (two-way) is out for Saturday's NBA game against San Antonio.

Impact Slawson has made waves recently for the shorthanded Pacers, having averaged 9.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 steals, 2.0 blocks and 29.5 minutes over his last four appearances (two starts). However, Slawson will be unavailable for the Pacers on Saturday night.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Provides stellar line as starter Slawson generated 17 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal across 37 minutes Wednesday in the Pacers' 127-119 loss to the Trai...

Impact With Indiana holding out seven players for Wednesday's contest, Slawson entered the starting five for the second time in three games and came through with a magnificent all-around line for those that streamed him into fantasy lineups or used him in DFS. After converting on an unsustainably low 27.3 percent of his field-goal attempts through his first four games with the Pacers, Slawson enjoyed some positive regression Wednesday and coupled his improved shooting with strong outputs in the defensive categories. While shouldn't be counted to provide this level of offensive output moving forward, Slawson -- who averaged 2.3 blocks and 1.3 steals in 37 games in the G League this season -- could prove to be a major asset in the defensive categories if he's able to maintain a regular 25-plus-minute role for the banged-up Pacers. Fantasy managers should bear in mind, however, that Slawson will have some limited availability moving forward while he's signed to a two-way contract; he's eligible to play in eight of the Pacers' remaining 12 contests.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Avdija scores 32, Clingan adds 28 as Trail Blazers beat Pacers 127-119 to close in on play-in spot

Deni Avdija scored 23 of his 32 points in the first half and Donovan Clingan added a career-high 28 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to help the Portland Trail Blazers hold off the h...

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Jumping into starting lineup Slawson is part of the first unit for Wednesday's game against Portland, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Slawson will make his second career start after making his starting debut Sunday. In his last three appearances, Slawson is averaging 7.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.3 steals and 1.7 blocks across 27 minutes.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Another five defensive stats Slawson totaled eight points (2-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, three assists, two blocks and three steals in 22 minutes during Tuesday's 136-110 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Slawson continues to deliver on the defensive end, having now recorded 12 combined steals and blocks in his past three games. While managers could look at him as a viable streaming option, his availability is likely to fluctuate based on who else is available on any given night for the Pacers. At this point, he is too risky to roster permanently, but can be added as required, when available to play.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Slawson won't start Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Kobe Brown will rejoin the starting five Tuesday, pushing Slawson to the second unit. The two-way player is still likely to see meaningful playing time in the front end of this back-to-back set due to Pascal Siakam (knee) and Micah Potter (triceps) being sidelined.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

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Paul Reed and Tobias Harris finish with a flourish as Pistons beat Pacers 133-121 for win No. 60

Pacers get double-digit scoring from 7 players in a 123-94 win over the Nets

Ayo Dosunmu scores 24 as Timberwolves beat the Pacers 124-104 and clinch a playoff berth

Donovan Mitchell scores 38 points, playoff-bound Cavaliers beat Pacers 117-108

Avdija scores 32, Clingan adds 28 as Trail Blazers beat Pacers 127-119 to close in on play-in spot