Indiana Pacers' Isaiah Jackson Out for Season with Torn Achilles
The Pacers face a challenging season as both Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman suffer season-ending Achilles injuries.
- Isaiah Jackson, Indiana Pacers' center, has been diagnosed with a torn right Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery on Monday.
- The injury occurred during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans, leaving the Pacers with a significant gap in their center lineup.
- James Wiseman, another Pacers center, also suffered a torn Achilles earlier in the season, exacerbating the team's depth issues.
- The Pacers are considering applying for a Disabled Player Exception worth $2.2 million to add a replacement player.
- With limited options behind Myles Turner, the Pacers may explore the market for available centers to strengthen their roster.