Jarace Walker Injury Status Update for April 5th, 2026
Jarace Walker of the Pacers has been ruled out and will not play today. Jarace was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 5th game Jarace has missed this season.
Jarace Walker Season Averages
Jarace's absence leaves a significant hole in the Pacers rotation. Across 73 games this season, he's averaging 11.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game while playing 25.6 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.6 | 11.5 | 5.1 | 2.4 | 9.5 |
Pacers Performance With & Without Jarace Walker
The numbers tell a clear story about Jarace's value to the Pacers. With Jarace in the lineup this season, the team is 15-58. Without him, they've gone 3-1. The Pacers's net rating is 12.2 points better per 100 possessions when Jarace plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (109.6 vs 123.3 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 15-58 | 3-1 | — |
| Off Rating | 109.6 | 123.3 | +13.7 |
| Def Rating | 118.3 | 119.8 | +1.4 |
| Net Rating | -8.7 | 3.5 | +12.2 |
| PPG | 111.6 | 131.3 | +19.7 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Jarace Walker?
When Jarace sits, other Pacers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Taelon Peter and Pascal Siakam stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Jarace has been out this season, Taelon Peter has averaged 4.1 more points per game, 4.4 additional field goal attempts and 11.5 extra minutes.
PPG: +4.1 | FGA: +4.4 | MPG: +11.5
When Jarace has been out this season, Pascal Siakam has averaged 5.1 more points per game and 4.1 additional field goal attempts.
PPG: +5.1 | FGA: +4.1
Jarace Walker Betting Trends
For bettors, Jarace's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Pacers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Jarace has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Walker) Pacers ML: 3-1 (+7.4u, +414 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Jarace Walker's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Pacers @ Cavaliers - April 5, 2026 Indiana Pacers: Ivica Zubac (Out) Pascal Siakam (Out) Johnny Furphy (Out) T.J. McConnell (Out) Tyrese Haliburton (Out) Andrew Nembhard (Out) Cleveland Cavaliers: Jaylon Tyson (Out) Jarrett Allen (Out) Evan Mobley (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Jarace's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Pacers.