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January 18, 2026
Records 10 points in return
Jackson (concussion) racked up 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 FT) and five rebounds across 17 minutes during Saturday's 121-78 loss to the Pistons.
Analysis
After missing Indiana's previous 13 games while recovering from a concussion and then completing a reconditioning program, Jackson returned to action Saturday. The 24-year-old center was efficient from the field and finished as one of four Pacers players to score in double figures. He'll likely continue to serve as the top backup at center behind Jay Huff.
January 17, 2026
Available Saturday
Jackson (concussion) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Analysis
Jackson missed Indiana's last 13 games due to a concussion, though he'll return to action in the second leg of this back-to-back set. The big man averaged 5.0 points and 6.1 rebounds across 15.1 minutes per tilt over nine outings in December, and he'll likely compete for playing time with Tony Bradley and Micah Potter behind Jay Huff.
January 17, 2026
Listed as questionable
Jackson (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis
Jackson has cleared each step of the league's concussion protocol, and he has a chance to make his first appearance since Dec. 22. Tony Bradley's minutes as the backup center behind Jay Huff would likely take a hit if Jackson is given the green light to play Saturday.