Tyrese Haliburton reacts as Pacers hand $21,000,000 to 6-foot-9 frontcourt talent in major move after Myles Turner's exit: "Yescerski"

Tyrese Haliburton reacted on Friday to the Indiana Pacers’ decision to re-sign frontcourt talent Isaiah Jackson. The move came just days after Myles Turner left the franchise to join the rival Milwaukee Bucks in free agency.

Jackson, who missed nearly the entire 2024-25 season due to a torn Achilles tendon, secured a significant three-year, $21 million deal. Following the Pacers’ official announcement of the re-signing, Haliburton was among the first to respond, sharing his excitement with an enthusiastic reaction.

"Yescerski," Haliburton wrote in Instagram.

(Image Credit: Tyrese Haliburton/Instagram)

Free agent Jackson himself seemed thrilled after earning another contract with the reigning NBA finalists. The 6-foot-9 forward/center wasted no time in expressing his excitement about returning to Indiana for another three seasons.

"Yes’Cers," Jackson tweeted.

Isaiah Jackson last appeared in an NBA game on Nov. 1, 2024, during a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Unfortunately, he sustained an injury in that game, sidelining him for the remainder of the season after playing in just five contests.

Now reportedly recovered, Jackson is steadily working his way back to peak form. With Myles Turner no longer part of the Pacers roster, Jackson is expected to take on a significantly larger role within the franchise moving forward.

Fans react to Indiana Pacers re-signing Isaiah Jackson

Social media lit up after the Indiana Pacers re-signed Isaiah Jackson to a solid three-year deal, despite the frontcourt talent missing nearly the entire 2024-25 season. Fans shared a wave of candid reactions, sparking debate over whether the Pacers made the right call in awarding $21 million to the 6-foot-9 forward.

A fan said:

Jokicism 🃏

@jokicgoatic15

Pacers woulda beaten OKC if he was healthy

Another fan said:

schick

@schickwontmiss

$21m a year for Jackson but they chased Myles Turner away for wanting $6m lmaoooo

A user wrote:

ESSENTIAL

@essentialceo

Pacers had no choice but to resign him after Myles Turner departure

Another wrote:

Mr.K

@KAMAL__09

Pacers dropping $21M on Jackson post-Achilles? That's not a contract, that's a prayer for a miracle leap!

Jackson’s last healthy season with the Pacers in 2023-24 offered a strong glimpse of his potential. He showcased impressive athleticism, solid shot-blocking ability and improved touch around the rim. However, frequent fouls remained a concern. Now stepping into a larger role, Jackson will need to tighten up that aspect of his game to maximize his impact.