James Wiseman News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Warriors dream big man trade target looks more realistic every game Ever since the James Wiseman disaster, the Golden State Warriors have failed to find themselves a long-term starting center for now and the...

2 DAYS AGO • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors could fix painful James Wiseman mistake with Spanish big man It will be a while before the Golden State Warriors truly live down their decision to draft James Wiseman second overall in 2020, having pro...

6 DAYS AGO • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Penny Hardaway's payment to James Wiseman's mom ended his college career: "Boosters cannot provide financial assistance" Wiseman's past connection to Hardaway basically ended his college journey.

APRIL 27 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Warriors regret over James Wiseman trade has taken a major twist The Golden State Warriors decision to move on from James Wiseman over three years ago has been proven the right one given he's now out of th...

APRIL 7 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

James Wiseman's latest failure is another wave of Warriors regret James Wiseman was the ultimate draft bust, and now he is letting down more than the Golden State Warriors -- he is letting down the United S...

FEBRUARY 28 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors would have avoided James Wiseman disaster with proposed draft rule The NBA could be set to integrate a myriad of rules to combat the NBA's growing tanking concern, but it may have have come six years too lat...

FEBRUARY 21 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Gilbert Arenas says Warriors missed extending their dynasty after 2020 draft mistake: "Imagine Steph and Ant-Man with Draymond Green" Choosing James Wiseman doomed the case for the Warriors' next dynasty-chapter.

JANUARY 26 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Pacers sign former Ohio State, Wisconsin star but release James Wiseman to make room | Sporting News Indiana is trying to make sense of a lost season.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Indiana Pacers Cut Ties With Former Top 3 Pick in NBA Draft | Sporting News The Indiana Pacers have cut ties with James Wiseman once again. The former top-three pick is a free agent just days after reuniting with the...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Waived by Indiana The Pacers waived Wiseman on Friday.

Impact Wiseman signed a 10-day contract back on Dec. 20, so he won't finish out his shot-term deal. He made a total of three appearances during this stint, totaling 37 minutes.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors draft bust handed major career lifeline from familiar source Former Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman has been handed another major career lifeline, having been re-signed to a 10-day contract...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Inks 10-day deal with IND Wiseman signed a 10-day contract with the Pacers on Saturday.

Impact Wiseman was waived by the Pacers in late October, but he'll rejoin the team on a 10-day deal. With Aaron Nesmith (knee) and Obi Toppin (foot) dealing with significant injuries, Wiseman could see some playing time, though he'll be a fringe rotation player at best.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors can atone for brutal draft mistake with blockbuster LaMelo Ball trade Taking James Wiseman second overall at the 2020 NBA Draft will go down as one of the most brutal mistakes the Golden State Warriors have mad...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Pacers officially make stance on James Wiseman crystal clear with latest move The Indiana Pacers made a notable roster change and have officially made their decision on big man James Wiseman.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Injuries prompt Pacers to sign 3-time dunk champ Mac McClung and waive James Wiseman

The Indiana Pacers have signed guard Mac McClung in response to a rash of injuries

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Reports: Pacers add 3-time Dunk champion Mac McClung after flurry of backcourt injuries Indiana reportedly adds 26-year-old guard Mac McClung and will waive center James Wiseman to open the roster spot.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • NBA.COM

Why James Wiseman's draft status couldn't avoid another cut, this time by Pacers | Sporting News The journey just hasn't worked out for Wiseman.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Waived by Indiana The Pacers waived Wiseman on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact After tearing his Achilles in Indiana's 2024-25 regular-season opener, Wiseman was traded to the Raptors in February before being waived. The big man re-signed with the Pacers in July, though he'll now have to explore other opportunities. In a corresponding move, the Pacers signed Mac McClung to bolster their banged-up backcourt.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers' James Wiseman situation is even worse than fans thought James Wiseman's situation with the Indiana Pacers is looking to be an even bigger disaster than many anticipated.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Coming off bench Wiseman will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Wiseman started in his season debut Saturday, but he will retreat to a bench role Sunday. He still figures to see a sizable role backing up Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 20 minutes in start Wiseman provided four points (2-3 FG), four rebounds and one block across 20 minutes during Saturday's 128-103 loss to Memphis.

Impact After not playing during Indiana's season opener, Wiseman started and played 20 minutes in their loss to Memphis on Saturday. Four Pacers centers received minutes in the blowout defeat, and that trend could certainly continue in their road matchup against the Timberwolves on Sunday.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Memphis Wiseman will start in Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact After not seeing the court in Thursday's season-opening double-overtime loss to the Thunder, Wiseman will join the starting five. As a result, Isaiah Jackson will come off the bench.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of Opening Night rotation Wiseman didn't play during Thursday's 141-135 double-overtime loss to Oklahoma City due to a coach's decision.

Impact Isaiah Jackson started the regular-season opener at center and played only eight minutes, and Tony Bradley played 10 minutes off the bench at center. Head coach Rick Carlisle instead elected to roll with a ton of small-ball lineups, featuring Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker at the five. Both Toppin and Walker excelled in those roles, but it may have been a matchup-based decision.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from field in win Wiseman had 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds in 12 minutes during Saturday's preseason win over the Thunder.

Impact Wiseman turned in a solid performance despite limited playing time. With Isaiah Jackson and Jay Huff seemingly battling for the bulk of the center minutes, Wiseman may have to bide his time on the bench to begin the season. Coming off a season-ending Achilles injury, Wiseman will be, once again, looking to rebuild his career. While he figures to be more of a depth piece to begin the campaign, it wouldn't be surprising to see him shift into a meaningful role at some point throughout the season.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers have a James Wiseman depth chart question after Myles Turner's departure | Sporting News Indiana has a fascinating case on its hands.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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Injuries prompt Pacers to sign 3-time dunk champ Mac McClung and waive James Wiseman