Jack given qualifying offer from Pacers; Daniels not so much

Sports Network | June 30, 2009

Indianapolis, IN (Sports Network) - The Indiana Pacers extended qualifying offers to guard Jarrett Jack and forward Josh McRoberts on Tuesday, making them both restricted free agents come July 1.

After three productive seasons in Portland, Jack performed well in his first year with the Pacers in 2008-09, averaging career-highs of 13.1 points and 3.4 assists while playing in all 82 games.

Roberts, in his second year in the league, appeared in 33 games last season, logging 8 1/2 minutes while putting up 2.4 points and 2.2 rebounds a game.

Guard Travis Diener, who has averaged 5.0 points and 2.5 assists in four seasons in the NBA, will also remain with the team next season after choosing not to opt out of his contract.

The club also announced they have not picked up the option on forward Marquis Daniels, making him an unrestricted free agent. Daniels was fifth on the Pacers in points (13.6) and fourth in rebounds (4.6) last year but will now seek a new home after three seasons in Indiana.