Pacers’ Jackson charged

Other players involved in the incident, Jamaal Tinsley, Marquis Daniels and Jimmie Hunter, were not charged.

Jackson reportedly was hit by a car and fired a gun in the air at least five times.

"In situations like this where there have been charges brought, as our statement said there’s a presumption of innocence and the normal course in the NBA has been to let the player play until it’s resolved," Pacers CEO and President Donnie Walsh said. "And then, if there’s any punishment or action that’s going to be taken, it will be taken after that time."

Jackson 16.4 points and 3.9 rebounds per game last season.

"We talked to him very briefly when his lawyer was present," Pacers President of Basketball Operations Larry Bird said. "He was very upset. He knows it’s a major embarrassment for the franchise. He’s taking it very hard. We hope we can all overcome this, which we will, and get Stephen back out on the court soon. But this is a big blow for Stephen. He didn’t expect this."