James Wiseman News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

James Wiseman Finishes with 10 PTS (5-5 FG), 3 REB & 2 AST in 10 MIN vs. Grizzlies | Indiana Pacers

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • YOUTUBE

James Wiseman has 8 PTS & 10 REB in 11 minutes of Preseason Action at Cavs | Indiana Pacers

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

James Wiseman Reveals Inspiration The Indiana Pacers have a hungry center on their hands.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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OCTOBER 4, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Big double-double Sunday Wiseman finished Sunday's 123-95 loss to San Antonio with 21 points (8-17 FG, 5-7 FT), 17 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 40 minutes.

Impact Making his second straight start and sixth since March 22, Wiseman set a season high in boards en route to his seventh double-double of 2023-24. The 23-year-old center has still not lived up to expectations as the second overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, but in his six starts over the final weeks of the season, he averaged 14.7 points and 10.5 rebounds in 33.0 minutes a contest while shooting 59.4 percent from the floor. Wiseman will be a restricted free agent this offseason, but it's not clear if he wants to return to Detroit, or if the Pistons intend to bring him back, with Jalen Duren entrenched as the team's starting center.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in win Wiseman registered 10 points (5-10 FG), 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 36 minutes during Friday's 107-89 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Wiseman's double-double marked his sixth of the season and fourth in the last 11 games. In that 11 game stretch, the former No. 2 pick has averaged 7.5 minutes, 6.6 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.5 blocks across 23.4 minutes. He will look to close our the season strong in Sunday's game against the Spurs.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dallas Wiseman will start Friday's game against Dallas, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Jalen Duren is sitting out with back spasms, and it's unclear if he'll be available for the season finale on Sunday. In four starts this season, Wiseman holds averages of 14.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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