The Indiana Pacers have announced some sad news—Tyrese Haliburton will be out for the entire 2025-26 NBA season. According to Kevin Pritchard, the team's President of Basketball Operations, this is due to a severe Achilles injury that Haliburton suffered in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The injury occurred in the first quarter of the game. After an MRI scan, a torn right Achilles tendon was confirmed. He underwent immediate surgery, which was successful, but the team opted to give him enough time to completely heal.
In a post from the hospital, Haliburton thanked fans for their support and apologized for his unexpected absence. He also promised to "fight hard to get back." Pritchard said, "He won't play this season. We're not going to gamble with his future."
Haliburton's loss, along with the departure of Myles Turner, is a major challenge for the Pacers. The team enters the new season with a major lineup hole, and it could be the start of a rebuilding phase for the franchise.
Fans are hoping for a quick recovery for Haliburton, but it's clear the Pacers will prioritize his health and future as one of the team's most important players.
