Walker logged 18 points (6-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-5 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Sunday's 134-130 loss to Dallas.
The last-place Pacers continue to reel in the standings, but they're getting promising results from Walker when he gets the chance to start. Walker has started 10 games since the start of the new year, averaging 17.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 steals in 29.3 minutes per game during this stretch. With Ivica Zubac (ankle) and Aaron Nesmith (ankle) both likely out until March, Walker remains close to a must-roster fantasy player in most formats.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Career-high 14 boards in loss
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Walker finished Thursday's 112-105 loss to the Wizards with 19 points (5-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 30 minutes.
Walker did not have the most efficient night from the field and committed five turnovers, but the third-year pro put together a strong stat line during Thursday's loss. He led the Pacers in points, rebounds and assists, and his 14 boards were a career high. Walker should continue to operate in an expanded role in the absence of Johnny Furphy, the latter of whom will miss the rest of the regular season due to a torn right ACL.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Paces Indiana in victory
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Walker finished Wednesday's 115-110 win over the Nets with 23 points (9-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block across 32 minutes.
Walker returned to action Wednesday after missing the front end of this back-to-back set due to an illness. The third-year forward saw an increased role in the win, as the Pacers were without multiple key contributors. Walker racked up a game-high 23 points, reaching the 20-point threshold for the fifth time this season. The 22-year-old has logged 20-plus minutes in 13 straight appearances and should continue to see meaningful playing time while Indiana begins looking toward the future.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Back in first unit
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Walker is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Walker is returning from a one-game absence to play in Wednesday's game for the injury-plagued Pacers. In 18 starts this season, Walker is averaging 13.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.1 steals across 29.0 minutes.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Late addition to injury report
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Walker (illness) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Walker is dealing with an illness and was an extremely late addition to the injury report. If he's unable to go Tuesday, Ben Sheppard, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates for increased playing time. Walker has averaged 15.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 27.8 minutes per contest over his last five games (two starts).
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Not starting vs. Milwaukee
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Walker won't start Friday's game against the Bucks.
Pascal Siakam will return to action after resting during Tuesday's loss to Utah. As a result, Walker will come off the bench. Over his last 10 outings with the second unit, the 22-year-old forward has averaged 9.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.5 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Entering first unit
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Walker is starting Tuesday's game against Utah, per Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com.
With Pascal Siakam catching a breather, Walker is joining the first unit and should see considerable usage. Walker has averaged 15.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.6 steals in 26.9 minutes per tilt over his last five games as a starter.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Coming off bench Monday
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Walker is not part of the starting lineup for Monday's game against Houston.
The Pacers are going with a bit more size Monday to help counter a big Rockets frontcourt, deploying Jay Huff in the first unit. Across his last six appearances off the bench, Walker has averaged 11.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 24.2 minutes per game.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Adds 19 points in loss
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Walker recorded 19 points (7-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 119-104 loss to the Celtics.
Walker saw an uptick in usage Wednesday, as his 14 shot attempts were his most since Nov. 9 and his 19 points marked his highest scoring output since his season-high 21 points Nov. 24. The third-year forward has scored in double figures in seven of 11 games in January, averaging 10.0 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.0 steals in 20.8 minutes per game.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Back to second unit Monday
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Walker is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Pascal Siakam is returning to the first unit following a one-game absence due to rest purposes. Walker has averaged 8.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 0.8 steals in 19.4 minutes per tilt over his last 12 games off the bench.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Paces Indiana in loss
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Walker chipped in 13 points (4-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-6 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Saturday's 121-78 loss to the Pistons.
With multiple key contributors sidelined in the second leg of Indiana's back-to-back set, Walker got the starting nod for the first time since Dec. 1. While the 22-year-old forward struggled with efficiency in the blowout loss, he still finished as Indiana's leading scorer. Walker has scored in double figures in four of the Pacers' last five games, averaging 10.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 24.0 minutes per tilt during that span.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Starting Saturday
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Walker will start Saturday versus Detroit.
Quenton Jackson, Ben Sheppard, Johnny Furphy and Jay Huff will join Walker in the first unit for Saturday's game. In 12 starts this season, Walker has registered averages of 11.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.5 triples per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Back to bench Wednesday
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Walker is coming off the bench Wednesday against the Nuggets, per Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star.
The Pacers are instead rolling with Ben Sheppard in the first unit. Walker has averaged 8.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 24.7 minutes per contest across nine games off the bench this season.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Starting vs. Cleveland
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Walker will start Monday against the Cavaliers.
The 22-year-old forward will return to the first unit Monday, pushing Ben Sheppard to the bench. In his previous 11 starts this season, Walker averaged 11.5 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.9 assists across 29.6 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Reverting back to bench
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Walker won't start Saturday's game against the Bulls, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
With Andrew Nembhard (quadriceps) returning from a one-game absence, Walker will slide to the second unit. Over his last five games off the bench, the 22-year-old forward has averaged 9.8 points and 3.8 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per contest.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Retreating to bench role
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Walker isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Walker will be deployed off the bench Wednesday after making two straight starts for the Pacers. Ben Sheppard will take Walker's place in the first unit.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Scores 12 in loss
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Walker ended with 12 points (4-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and one block in 32 minutes during Sunday's 114-83 loss to the Warriors.
Walker has put up decent numbers ever since being elevated to the starting lineup, averaging 12.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 2.0 threes made in seven starts. However, his efficiency this season has not been great, as he shoots 33.3 percent from the field and 32.1 percent from three on the year. Walker will continue to see extended minutes with Bennedict Mathurin (toe) and Obi Toppin (foot) out for extended periods.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Bounces back in loss
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Walker finished with 18 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds and five assists in 38 minutes during Monday's 117-115 loss to the Bucks.
Walker was held to only six points in 30 minutes during Saturday's matchup with the Warriors, but he responded nicely Monday night. He posted a strong scoring performance, shooting with efficiency while finishing second on the team in rebounds. Walker has now started four straight games for the Pacers and should continue on in this role until the backcourt can shake the injury bug.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Returns vs. Golden State
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Walker (foot) returned to Saturday's game against the Warriors with 3:03 remaining in the second quarter, per the broadcast.
Walker checked out with 3:48 remaining in the opening quarter and was deemed questionable to return due to left foot soreness. However, the 22-year-old forward appears good to go for the remainder of the game.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Starting Wednesday
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Walker is part of the Pacers' starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Dallas.
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.
