Jarace Walker F IND Sat 11/1/25 1:55 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker registered 17 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes during Friday's 128-108 loss to Atlanta.
EDGE Analysis
Walker got the starting nod for a second consecutive game and finished as Indiana's second-leading scorer. The 22-year-old should continue to see meaningful minutes regardless of whether he starts, especially with Bennedict Mathurin (toe) and Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) sidelined. Walker has struggled with efficiency through five regular-season games, averaging 12.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.8 assists while shooting 32.8 percent from the field in 29.4 minutes per game.
Jarace Walker F IND Wed 10/29/25 8:12 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker is part of the Pacers' starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Dallas.
EDGE Analysis
Walker played 30 minutes off the bench in Indiana's most recent contest, and he'll slide into the first unit for Wednesday's tilt. With the Pacers down several key players, expect Walker to see as much action as he can handle. Wednesday's outing will mark Walker's sixth career NBA start.
Jarace Walker F IND Fri 10/24/25 9:57 AM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker racked up 13 points (6-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Thursday's 141-135 double-overtime loss to the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Isaiah Jackson, Jay Huff and Tony Bradley played a combined 30 minutes for Indiana, and none of them particularly impressed. Instead, it was Walker and Obi Toppin who provided the biggest lift off the bench for Indiana. Walker has some strong per-minute upside in fantasy, and his involvement on both ends of the court Thursday was very encouraging for his outlook.
Jarace Walker F IND Wed 10/22/25 5:53 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker (back) is not on the injury report for Thursday's season opener against the Thunder, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
After being held out of Indiana's preseason finale for precautionary reasons, Walker is slated to be available Thursday. The 2023 first-rounder is expected to begin the regular season in a reserve role, but an opportunity for more playing time awaits him following the departure of Myles Turner this past offseason.
Jarace Walker F IND Wed 10/22/25 12:58 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said Walker (back) is expected to play Opening Night against the Thunder on Thursday, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Carlisle gave the same update Oct. 19, and it sounds like Walker continues to trend in the right direction. Walker is expected to play an expanded role for the second unit in 2025-26 with so many rotation spots in the air.
Jarace Walker F IND Sun 10/19/25 1:29 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle is hopeful that Walker (back) will be ready for Thursday's game against the Thunder, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker appeared in three preseason games before sitting out Friday's finale against the Spurs with back soreness. While an official status update is still pending, early indications suggest the wing is trending toward being available for the Pacers' Opening Night matchup with the Thunder.
Jarace Walker F IND Fri 10/17/25 8:45 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker isn't with the team and won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Spurs due to back soreness, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
Walker is being held out as a precautionary measure, and his next opportunity to suit up will come in Thursday's regular-season opener against the Thunder. The 22-year-old appeared in 75 regular-season games (five starts) last season, during which he averaged 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 15.8 minutes per game.
Jarace Walker F IND Mon 10/13/25 6:56 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker won't start in Monday's preseason game against the Spurs, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
With Aaron Nesmith (rest) returning to game action, Walker will slide back to the bench. Over 31 minutes during Saturday's preseason win over the Thunder, the 22-year-old posted 10 points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one steal.
Jarace Walker F IND Sun 10/12/25 4:39 AM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker closed with 10 points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Saturday's preseason win over the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Walker was inserted into the starting lineup and recorded a team-high seven assists, falling just short of a triple-double. It was another productive outing for Walker, coming off a solid performance during Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves. The Pacers come into the season with tempered expectations, a situation that could see Walker play a meaningful role, unlike his rookie season.
Jarace Walker F IND Sat 10/11/25 6:55 PM
Jarace Walker
F IND
Walker is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Walker is competing for a steady role off the bench ahead of the 2025-26 season, and he'll get a chance to showcase what he can bring to the table in a starting role in this matchup. The Pacers have two more preseason contests after this one against the Thunder and will open the regular season against OKC on Oct. 23.