Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Gets standard contract with Indiana
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The Pacers converted Jackson's two-way contract to a three-year deal Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Jackson has played on a two-way contract in each of the last three years, but his strong play this season has led to the Pacers rewarding the four-year pro with a standard contract that is partially guaranteed next season and non-guaranteed for the third year, per Tony East of Forbes.com. Jackson has scored in double digits in six of his last seven outings (one start), and over that span he has averaged 16.0 points, 3.3 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.9 threes over 24.1 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Solid line in loss
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Jackson closed with 13 points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 133-109 loss to the Hornets.
This was a strong showing for Jackson as he continues to play a sizable role for the shorthanded Pacers. Over his last four games, he's averaging 15.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 26.2 minutes.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Pops for 21 points in loss
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Jackson racked up 21 points (8-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 23 minutes during Friday's 131-118 loss to the Wizards.
Jackson tallied at least 19 points for the third time in his past four appearances, continuing to provide Indiana with an offensive spark off the bench. While his recent production has been encouraging, being on a two-way contract, Jackson only has a limited number of games remaining. At best, he should be viewed as a possible streaming candidate, if and when his role is moderately significant.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Across-the-board production
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Jackson racked up 19 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 137-134 overtime win over the Knicks.
Jackson chipped in across all major categories, taking advantage of what could end up being a nice opportunity. With Johnny Furphy (knee) done for the season, there is a world where Jackson could have a meaningful role moving forward. Coupled with the fact that Indiana is likely to rest players on a consistent basis, managers could certainly give Jackson a look as a speculative fantasy piece.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Starting sans Furphy
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Jackson will start Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.
With Johnny Furphy (knee) sidelined, Jackson will enter the starting five. As a starter this season (nine games), the two-way player has averaged 9.2 points, 3.3 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 21.6 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Available for Monday
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Jackson (ankle) is available for Monday's game against Atlanta.
Jackson will be returning following a one-game absence. With Bennedict Mathurin returning to action Monday, Jackson will likely just be an emergency depth option.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Iffy against Atlanta
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Jackson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Hawks.
Jackson could miss a second consecutive game due to a right ankle sprain. Bennedict Mathurin (thumb, questionable), T.J. McConnell and Ben Sheppard would be candidates for extra minutes if Jackson is unable to suit up.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Won't return Wednesday
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Jackson has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Boston due to right ankle soreness.
The two-way guard will conclude the contest with three points (1-2 3Pt) in six first-half minutes. Jackson can be viewed as day-to-day leading up to the Pacers' next game Friday at Oklahoma City.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Starting Saturday
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Jackson will start against the Pistons on Saturday.
The Pacers will be without several key contributors in the second leg of this back-to-back set, so Jackson will get the starting nod for the third time this month. Over eight starts so far this season, the two-way player has averaged 9.4 points, 3.5 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 21.8 minutes per tilt.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Retreating to bench
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Jackson will come off the bench Monday against the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Jackson didn't do much with his last two chances to start, totaling 10 points, one rebound, six assists, two steals and one block in 41 total minutes. Jay Huff will rotate back into the starting lineup with Jackson moving to a bench role Monday.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Joining starting lineup
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Jackson is starting in Thursday's game against the Hornets, per Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site.
Jackson is getting the call to fill the void at point guard left behind by Andrew Nembhard (back). Jackson has averaged 10.8 points, 3.7 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 22.2 minutes per tilt across six games as a starter this season.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Moves to bench role
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Jackson is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Jackson started Friday's loss to the Celtics, but he'll move back to the bench for this contest. The two-way player is averaging 4.0 points per game in his three outings off the bench this season, so he shouldn't carry a lot of upside.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Shifting to bench
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Jackson isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Jackson has started the Pacers' last two games, but he'll rotate to the bench for Monday's clash. Ethan Thompson will enter the starting lineup in Jackson's place.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Available Friday
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Jackson (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Jackson will return to action for the parent club for the first time since Nov. 3 due to a right hamstring strain. The two-way player was able to play for the G League's Noblesville Boom on Thursday, posting 14 points, five assists and one rebound across 16 minutes. He'll likely serve as a depth piece behind Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell and isn't guaranteed to see significant burn.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Will play in G League
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Jackson (hamstring) will be available for Thursday's G League game against the Wisconsin Herd, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Jackson has been sidelined since Nov. 3 with a hamstring strain, but coach Rick Carlisle said he's ramping up well. Following Thursday's G League game, Jackson will then travel to Philadelphia for Friday's NBA game against the 76ers.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Won't go against Pistons
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Jackson (hamstring) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Jackson will miss a 10th straight contest due to a right hamstring strain. He can be considered week-to-week until the team releases an official update on his return.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Remaining out vs. Cavs
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Jackson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Cleveland.
Jackson is not yet ready to return from a right hamstring strain suffered earlier in the month. His next chance to suit up will arrive Monday against the Pistons.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Still out Saturday
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Jackson (hamstring) will remain on the inactive list for Saturday's game versus the Raptors.
Jackson is set to miss his sixth straight game Saturday, and the Pacers have not provided any updates on where he stands in his recovery from a right hamstring strain. Once healthy, the 27-year-old may be in line for a minor role in the rotation with Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell having recently returned from injuries to help restore the Pacers' depth at point guard.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Will be out for a while
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Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Jackson (hamstring) will be out for "a while," as he's set to miss at least the next five games for Indiana, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports.
Carlisle said that Jackson, who has already been ruled out for Wednesday's game, will skip the Pacers' upcoming four-game road trip. Carlisle also acknowledged that Jackson's absence could extend beyond the road trip, so if you grabbed him after his big game, now would be the time to return Jackson to the waiver wire.
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Pacers' Quenton Jackson: Erupts for double-double
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Jackson logged 25 points (10-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in 31 minutes during Saturday's 114-109 win over the Warriors.
Jackson impressed in his second straight start, putting up season highs in points, rebounds, assists and steals. He shot the basketball with efficiency and also led his team in assists on the way to his first double-double of the 2025-26 campaign. Opportunities should continue to be there for Jackson until Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) is ready to return from injury.
