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The Indiana Pacers have finally made a decision that felt inevitable, cutting ties with former No. 2 overall pick James Wiseman. In a move that surprised approximately zero people who have been paying attention, the Pacers decided their overflowing center rotation could do with one less project.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / October 28

Pacers officially waive James Wiseman, sign Mac McClung

The Pacers made it official Tuesday, signing guard Mac McClung to a multiyear contract and waiving center James Wiseman, the team announced in a press release.

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The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 27

Pacers to sign Mac McClung; plan to waive James Wiseman

The Pacers are signing Mac McClung to a multi-year contract, his agent Greg Lawrence told Shams Charania of ESPN. The deal will be non-guaranteed, per Charania.

NBA News / Bleacher Report / October 17

Watch: Stephon Castle dunks on Wiseman

Indiana Pacers News / Sporting News / October 11

Pacers have a James Wiseman depth chart question after Myles Turner's departure

Indiana has a fascinating case on its hands.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 29

Pacers Notes: Indiana Cuts Big Man, James Wiseman Roster Spot Update, More

The Indiana Pacers made a big decision ahead of training camp, choosing to waive center Samson Johnson. The Pacers brought in plenty of help to fill the hole left by Myles Turner, who signed with the Milwaukee Bucks in the offseason, and needed to make room on the roster for the signing of Delon Wright.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 28

James Wiseman Receives Major Update on Competition for Pacers Roster Spot

The Indiana Pacers are trying to narrow down their roster for opening night. They have been bringing in several different players for workouts ahead of training camp, which starts next week.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 27

Pacers Big Man Could Lose Roster Spot Before Opening Night

The Indiana Pacers surprised many this summer by having four centers on the roster. After the departure of Myles Turner, they are searching for someone to replace him in the starting lineup.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / September 26

Wizards Could Add Former Number Two Overall Pick

The Washington Wizards may be standing on the cusp of a major opportunity to strengthen their roster and secure a potential cornerstone for the future in James Wiseman.

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / September 24

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After back-to-back seasons of growth, the Pacers could find themselves crashing back to Earth this season.

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Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 17

Pacers Forward Provides Update on Isaiah Jackson, James Wiseman Achilles Recoveries

The Indiana Pacers were devastated by injuries early in the 2024-25 season. They had Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith dealing with injuries, and they weren't the worst injuries Indiana had to deal with.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / August 27

Pacers Notes: New Coach Hired, Major Signing Urged, James Wiseman’s Change

The Indiana Pacers hired a coach from the Memphis Grizzlies after an abrupt, but reportedly mutual, parting of ways. The new member of he coaching staff was also an assistant video coordinator under coach Rick Carlisle during the 2014-15 season with the Dallas Mavericks.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / August 26

Pacers' James Wiseman Making Significant Change Ahead of New Season

The Indiana Pacers made the decision to re-sign center James Wiseman this offseason after trading him away to the Raptors. At the time, they did so in order to clear up a roster spot so they could bring in Tony Bradley for the playoff stretch.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / July 7

Pacers bring back former No. 2 pick coming off Achilles tear

The big man impressed Indiana in the preseason and appeared to have the edge for the backup center role behind Myles Turner, but tore his left Achilles in the club’s regular season opener.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 7

Pacers Intend To Bring Back Former No. 2 Pick James Wiseman

Myles Turner is gone. James Wiseman may be the next man up for the Indiana Pacers. Per Tony East of SI.com, head of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard said the Pacers intend to sign Wiseman, the No.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 7

Raptors Waive Former No. 2 Overall Pick James Wiseman

The Toronto Raptors have confirmed their trade with the Indiana Pacers and the subsequent waiver of James Wiseman, signaling that this NBA deal was largely about freeing up cash for the Raptors.