Quenton Jackson sparks Pacers' comeback in win over Pelicans
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 8:42 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Indiana Pacers rallied from a halftime deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 123-120 in their season opener on October 21. Quenton Jackson, making a significant impact off the bench, contributed crucial steals and assists, earning praise from coach Rick Carlisle. Obi Toppin led the scoring effort with 20 points as the Pacers, missing key players due to injury, adapted their rotation. The team aims to build on this victory after a challenging prior season in which they struggled with a 19-63 record.
- •Indiana trailed by 10 at halftime before the comeback.
- •Quenton Jackson produced key momentum plays in the second half.
- •Obi Toppin scored 20 points, contributing significantly to the win.
- •Tyrese Haliburton returned, adding 23 points and 12 assists.
- •The Pacers are dealing with injuries to Aaron Nesmith and T.J. McConnell.
- 8:42 AMYahoo Sports — Why Rick Carlisle called Quenton Jackson the 'hero of the game' in Pacers' season-opening win
"Quenton Jackson and Obi Toppin sparked a Pacers comeback win against the Pelicans after stepping up in a depleted rotation.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 6:04 AMDallas travels to Indiana for non-conference matchup
- NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 6:04 AMUtah hosts New Orleans in conference showdown
NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 5:51 AMPacers fans will want to hear what Shams Charania said about Tyrese Haliburton- NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 3:43 AMCeltics' Mitchell Robinson Already Being Viewed as Eventual Trade Candidate
- NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 3:39 AMTyrese Haliburton breaks down in tears after first game since Achilles tear
NBA•Oct 22, 2026, 2:46 AMDenver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans
