Indiana Pacers release former Golden State Warriors draft bust James Wiseman

The Indiana Pacers have released center James Wiseman in conjunction with their previously announced signing of Micah Potter and waiving of Garrison Mathews, the team announced in a press release.

After playing one game for the team in late October, Wiseman rejoined the Pacers on Dec. 20, signing a 10-day contract via a hardship exception. ESPN’s Bobby Marks notes that Wiseman’s 10-Day contract was terminated, which requires no waiver process but allows Wiseman to earn the full amount from the contract.

He suited up in three contests for Indiana after signing with them last week, averaging 13.0 minutes per game and scoring nine total points.

Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star notes that the Pacers are not getting another hardship exception at the moment.

The Golden State Warriors' No. 2 overall pick in 2020 signed with the Pacers last season but only played five minutes before tearing his Achilles and missing the rest of the season.

Still just 24 years old, he holds career averages of 9.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 0.7 blocks in 18.8 minutes per night. However, due to his high draft slot, he has entered "bust" territory.