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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.
Pacers' Jarace Walker: Makes impact on defense in win
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Walker recorded 13 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and four steals across 30 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 123-99 win over the Heat.
The four steals were a season high for Walker, who just missed recording his first career double-double as he tied his season-best mark in boards. The third-year forward hadn't played at least 30 minutes in a game since Nov. 15, but he got extra run in a game the Pacers led by 27 points heading into the fourth quarter. Walker's scored in double digits in every other game since Christmas, averaging 8.7 points, 3.0 boards, 1.9 assists, 1.8 threes and 1.0 steals in 18.8 minutes over the last nine contests.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Scores 12 points in loss
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Walker recorded 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Monday's 126-119 loss to the Rockets.
Walker scored in double digits for just the second time in the past seven games, continuing what has been another underwhelming season. Despite the increase in playing time, Walker's overall production has seemingly plateaued, averaging 9.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 24.1 minutes per game. At this stage, there is no reason to roster him outside of very deep leagues.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Another quiet outing
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Walker logged two points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt), four rebounds and one steal in 15 minutes during Monday's 103-95 loss to Boston.
Walker continues to disappoint in Indiana, and his minutes are reflecting that. Over his last five games, he's seeing 18.4 minutes per contest with averages of 6.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 three-pointers on 29.7 percent shooting from the field.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Inefficient 12 points off bench
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Walker ended Sunday's 108-89 loss to the Wizards with 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds and one block over 22 minutes.
Walker had some enticing streaming appeal earlier this year, but a healthier Pacers team has led to a drop in his fantasy value. He's averaged 8.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 0.4 assists in 17.5 minutes per game across his last five contests, so Walker can likely be left on the waiver wire outside of deep leagues.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Scores 12 off bench in win
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Walker notched 12 points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 18 minutes during Monday's 116-105 victory over the Kings.
Walker's scoring outputs have been very inconsistent, and he has not shot the ball well at all this season, averaging 9.8 points on just 34.9 percent from the field and 31.3 percent from three. However, a multitude of injuries have prompted Walker to be a key player within Indiana's rotation, and he has responded well, leading the charge amongst the second unit.
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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: Starting Wednesday
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Walker is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Raptors.
Walker popped off for 21 points on 8-for-10 shooting his last time out, so he's being rewarded with a start Wednesday, with Ben Sheppard heading back to the second unit. As a starter this season, Walker owns averages of 11.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.7 triples and 2.6 turnovers per contest on 34/33/71 shooting splits.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Nets 21 points on 10 shots
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Walker provided 21 points (8-10 FG, 5-6 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Monday's 122-117 loss to the Pistons.
Walker seemingly couldn't miss in this one, opening the game with five straight makes, and he finished with a season high in points. Walker can do this occasionally, but he was coming off five straight single-digit scoring performances, and he's not going to convert 80 percent of his shots on most nights.
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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: Back in starting lineup
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Walker is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Walker will presumably slot into the shooting guard role next to Andrew Nembhard in the backcourt, as the Pacers remain significantly depleted due to several injuries. Walker has averaged 12.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists in seven starts so far this season.
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Pacers' Jarace Walker: Not starting Tuesday
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Walker won't start Tuesday's game against the Jazz.
After starting Indiana's previous seven games, Walker will retreat to the second unit Tuesday. Over three appearances off the bench this season, the 22-year-old forward has averaged 8.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 27.7 minutes per contest.
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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.
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: Questionable to return
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Walker is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Warriors with a sore left foot, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
The last thing the Pacers need is another injury, so this is something to monitor closely. Walker left this game after logging eight minutes, and if he's unable to return, the Pacers could turn to Johnny Furphy, Ben Sheppard and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl.
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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.
