The Indiana Pacers converted the contract of guard Quenton Jackson to a standard NBA contract on Friday, surprising the player with the news, the team announced on social media. The announcement, accompanied by a video of the team informing Jackson, generated over 5400 likes and 47 comments within hours.
Jackson, a former star at Texas A&M, had previously been signed to a two-way contract with the Pacers. The multi-year standard contract signifies a significant step in his professional career, according to reports from IndyStar and Aggies Wire. He had been playing for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, the Pacers’ G League affiliate.
“He’s really earned it,” a Pacers representative said in a statement reported by IndyStar. Details of the contract’s length and financial terms were not immediately disclosed.
Jackson discussed his reaction to the news with Yahoo Sports, expressing gratitude for the opportunity and his commitment to the team. He acknowledged the hard work required to reach this point in his career.
The Pacers did not release a statement outlining the specific roster implications of the contract conversion. The team is currently assessing its options as the NBA season progresses.
