Tyrese Haliburton
Indiana Pacers · Guard · 6′5″ 185 lb · age 26 · Iowa State · 7th season
Availability
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Recent changes
- Oct 25AvailabilityAvailable
- Oct 21AvailabilityOut
Lines for Tonight
DraftKings · · game preview →| Stat | Line | Avg | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Points | 19.5 pts | 21.7 pts | 21.7 pts |
| Rebounds | 3.5 reb | 4.0 reb | 4.0 reb |
| Assists | 9.5 ast | 9.7 ast | 9.7 ast |
| 3PM | 2.5 3PM | 2.0 3PM | 2.0 3PM |
| Pts+Reb+Ast | 33.5 pts+reb+ast | 35.3 pts+reb+ast | 35.3 pts+reb+ast |
Over rates and minutes projection: turn on Prediction tools.
Season form
3 games this seasonStarts 3 of 3 games · 1st on IND in minutes · Core role
Bars: minutes in his last 3 games · numbers: points
Situational splits: turn on Prediction tools.
What's being said
60 items · 12 sources this season- Podcast Locked On Pacers · 8 points ·
- The Pacers shot 21-for-43 from three. The host credits much better pacing and timing of cuts in the second half, with Haliburton's paint pressure driving it. at 7:14
- Jarace Walker was next-best at +16. For the game, Haliburton went 4-of-6 from three. at 5:17
- Host observes that Tyrese Haliburton has focused this season on getting into the paint. at 5:43
- Tyrese Haliburton (reported): Haliburton told Jeremiah Johnson he is playing in Milwaukee the next night. It is his first back-to-back of the season after the Achilles injury. at 9:06
- In the first two games Nembhard was the first guard subbed out, then came back to run the bench. In this game Haliburton came out first and Quenton Jackson came in early. Haliburton still played 31 minutes. at 9:28
- Host wondered whether Haliburton coming out first was about limiting his minutes or about trying bench combinations that pair Siakam with other players. No reason was stated. at 9:33
- For the first time this season the Pacers started the expected five: Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Siakam and Zubac. The lineup didn't last long. at 13:33
- This was Huff's first significant time playing with Haliburton, and they assisted each other for the first time. One sequence: Huff blocked Michael Porter Jr., ran the floor and scored off a Haliburton pass. at 18:51
“How Indiana Pacers crushed Brooklyn Nets behind Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton | Ivica Zubac injury” · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On NBA · 3 points ·
- Haliburton had 24 points and a double-double. Indiana made 21 threes. at 8:51
- Tyrese Haliburton (quoted): Haliburton said on Friday that he would not be worried about the offense because the team has too much talent. at 9:16
- Tyrese Haliburton (reported): Sweepo relayed that Haliburton has talked about how playing with Zubac is different, and that he has never played with anyone like him. at 10:09
“GAME NIGHT: Oklahoma City’s Jalen Williams Suffers GRUESOME Injury | Luka Doncic Goes OFF! | Concern For New Y” · listen ↗
- Story ESPN · Article ·
Haliburton has 24 points and 10 assists as the Pacers beat the winless Nets 136-109
- Bluesky @tonyreast.bsky.social · Report ·
Tyrese Haliburton tells Jeremiah Johnson he will play tomorrow in Milwaukee. His first back-to-back of the season.
also reported by Gil's Arena host, The Mismatch host, Get Up host, ESPN
- Podcast The Athletic NBA Daily · 2 points ·
- The Pelicans lost their opener 123-120 at home to the Pacers. It was Tyrese Haliburton's first regular-season game in over a year. at 34:02
- In crunch time Mosley kept Fears on the floor (he had a shot to tie at the end) with no Herb Jones. Indiana ran Haliburton-Siakam pick-and-roll at Fears and Zion. Shamit disagreed with the call. at 35:48
“Sixers Thrive + Jamal Murray down bad? | Slam N Jam” · listen ↗
- RotoWire RotoWire · Report ·
Tyrese Haliburton: Nets 18 points with full line — Haliburton recorded 18 points (8-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 121-105 loss to the Mavericks.
- Bluesky @tonyreast.bsky.social · Report ·
Pregame read on Tyrese Haliburton's return to Indy, marked more by the Pacers lackluster energy and a blowout than the spirit of the fans:
- Bluesky @tonyreast.bsky.social · Report ·
Tyrese Haliburton's Indy returned was spoiled by a poor Pacers effort. To this point, it's effort that the Pacers need to address more than anything on either side of the ball:
- Podcast Locked On Pacers · 6 points ·
- Tony East: Tyrese Haliburton returned after a long injury absence in the home opener against Dallas and addressed the crowd at midcourt. at 1:47
- Tony East: Host analysis: something is off with the team's rhythm and system. McConnell's absence alone shouldn't leave them this short on shot creation, and Haliburton sat a lot of the second quarter, which the host found strange. at 10:06
- Tony East: On a pick-and-roll the host believes was meant to be a switch, Haliburton switched but Jarace Walker did not, leaving a wide-open shooter. at 5:19
- Tyrese Haliburton (quoted): The Pacers got into transition only a few times. When asked, Haliburton said he "would not worry at all" about the offense. at 7:03
- Tony East: The host says the starting lineup hasn't been good enough. at 12:58
- Tony East: Haliburton had 18 points and 7 assists (stated as "18-7"; the stat type isn't named) and missed all of his threes. at 13:38
“Why Indiana Pacers got embarrassed by Dallas Mavs in Tyrese Haliburton return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse” · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On Pacers host (unnamed) (reported), via Locked On NBA · Relayed report · around the league
This was Tyrese Haliburton's first game at the Fieldhouse since Game 6 of the Finals. The clip does not say whether he played.
“BEST NBA NIGHT EVER! YOU HAD TO BE THERE!” at 12:03 · listen ↗
- Story ESPN · Article ·
Mavericks lose Flagg to injury, and ruin Haliburton's home return with 121-105 win over Pacers
- Bluesky @tonyreast.bsky.social · Report ·
Pacers fell down by 17 points in the first quarter, then lost by 16. Ugly start on both ends was costly. Tyrese Haliburton's return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse ends in an ugly 121-105 loss for the Pacers. They're 1-1.
- X Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) · Report ·
Per the NBA starters page, Jarace Walker will start at small forward tonight even with Aaron Nesmith back. Other four: Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Pascal Siakam Ivica Zubac, are the same. Mavs starters: Kyrie Irving, Max Christie, P.J. Washington, Cooper Flagg, Gafford
- Podcast The Mismatch · 2 points ·
- Siakam looked amazing. Hosts described a textbook Pacers play: Siakam screened for Halliburton, caught the pass up top after the blitz, and found Ivica Zubac for a dunk. The host had wondered how Zubac would fit, since he differs from Myles Turner. at 47:31
- Haliburton's return came in New Orleans rather than at home. Hosts said he himself questioned it, and they called the scheduling indefensible. at 49:14
“The Return of Loves and Loathes. Plus: A Historic Thursday Night.” · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On Pacers · 6 points ·
- Siakam scored 8 points in the last five minutes. He and Haliburton repeatedly ran two-man game late, forcing the Pelicans to make decisions. at 2:24
- The four expected starters who played (Haliburton, Nembhard, Zubac, Siakam) were together for 18 minutes and won those minutes by two. at 3:50
- In those 18 shared minutes, Nembhard had 11 points on 4-of-6 shooting and Haliburton had 15 points and 8 assists on 6-of-8 shooting. at 4:04
- Haliburton scored seven points in his first seven minutes: a three and two driving layups, scoring twice after pass or shot fakes. at 10:38
- Host analysis: he believes Haliburton will be at least very good after his injury, if maybe not the same player, because his brain and processing speed are unchanged even if his athleticism is different. at 11:08
- Open question: can Haliburton still beat a defender and create space on his own? He tried a step-back three going left, created no separation, and was blocked. The host will keep watching this. at 11:49
“Deeper dive into Indiana Pacers season opening win: What went right and what needs to be better?” · listen ↗
- Podcast The Herd with Colin Cowherd host · Report · around the league
The Pacers played last night at the Smoothie King Center, and Tyrese Haliburton looked good. The host also called the Pistons and Cavs 'fine'.
“What's Wright - NBA Opening Night REACTION, Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye, Chiefs-Seahawks MASSIVE game” at 23:43 · listen ↗
- Bluesky @tonyreast.bsky.social · Report ·
Story: Inside Tyrese Haliburton's return to the Pacers in New Orleans. Of course it went that way. It was never going to go any other way, especially with his inner circle there. "What it took to get back to this level... Of course he’s emotional."
- Podcast Zach Lowe, The Zach Lowe Show · Report · around the league
Tyrese Haliburton is back. The Pacers won at New Orleans without TJ McConnell and Aaron Nesmith; no reasons were given.
“Opening Night Overreactions, Alarming Trends, Hot Takes, and More!” at 1:15:44 · listen ↗
- Podcast Get Up host · Report · around the league
Tyrese Haliburton returned for the Pacers at the Pelicans. It was 487 days since his last meaningful game, when he tore his Achilles.
“Hour 1: Hollywood Heat, The McCarthy Era, Lamar Limbo” at 15:40 · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On NBA host · Report · around the league
Tyrese Haliburton made his regular-season debut coming back from the Achilles. The host says he had 16 points in New Orleans 'to finish out that game in the fourth quarter'.
“Timberwolves SCARY Backcourt & Warriors Disastrous Start” at 29:46 · listen ↗
- Story CBS Sports · Article ·
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton moved to tears following first game back from Achilles tear
- Podcast The Athletic NBA Daily host · Report · around the league
Tyrese Haliburton was back and had 23 points and 12 assists in 34 minutes in a Pacers win. A host didn't think he had his legs under him early, but says he finished strong.
“Wolves Make a Big Statement in Miami + Luka’s Showtime Era Begins” at 19:02 · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On NBA · 3 points ·
- Tyrese Haliburton returned, and the Pacers beat the Pelicans. Tony East gives the score as 123-100; Jake Madison gives it as 123-120. at 20:23
- Tony East: Haliburton was great early (7 points and 3 assists in his first stint) but very wobbly in the second and third quarters, even by his own admission. He was terrific late. at 20:32
- Tony East: Ivica Zubac was huge on the glass in the second half. Siakam scored 30. In the last five minutes the Pacers scored 15 points, 13 of them from Siakam and Haliburton. at 20:53
“GAME NIGHT: Ant/LaMelo SHINE in Debut, Luka talks trash, Ty Jerome goes OFF” · listen ↗
- Podcast Locked On Pacers · 13 points ·
- This was Tyrese Haliburton's first regular-season game in almost 500 days. at 3:56
- Haliburton had 7 points and 3 (stat not named) in his first stint. Indiana led by seven after the first quarter with 38 points. at 3:19
- The host recalls staggered groups that kept Nembhard, Siakam or Haliburton on the floor with Zubac, plus a big look with Toppin and Zubac. He thinks Haliburton played roughly the 10:00–7:00 stretch of the fourth and then about the last four minutes. at 4:45
- In the fourth quarter Haliburton dunked over Derek Queen, which led to a small scuffle where players had to be separated. at 6:01
- In crunch time, Siakam attacked whenever Zion Williamson guarded him and hurt Zion over and over. Haliburton hit a left-handed and-one floater. at 6:44
- Haliburton had about three turnovers. Two were miscommunications, one with Nance and one with Zubac. The host reads this as rust in the first half and early third quarter that went away in the fourth. at 7:39
- Haliburton played about 34 minutes. The host first said 33 and the other speaker corrected him to 34. The host calls the workload the most important stat of the night. at 19:19
- The host says Haliburton looked gassed during timeouts but kept his push and burst late in the game, and his conditioning seemed exceptional. at 19:44
- Next up is a home game Friday and then a Sunday–Monday back-to-back, with travel between each game. The hosts ask whether Haliburton will play all three and how he will hold up. at 21:10
- A host describes Haliburton as returning from 'major ankle surgery' about 16 months ago. Elsewhere the episode refers to 'the Achilles stuff'. No diagnosis beyond what was said. at 17:43
- Haliburton was talking trash and got a technical foul, which the host thinks he rightly earned. at 22:09
- A host does not like how much Nembhard and Haliburton have had to be staggered. at 30:36
- Haliburton, Nembhard and Siakam combined for 30 points in the first quarter. The host says the Siakam–Zubac–Haliburton trio played every preseason minute with Nembhard, and in the first two and a half quarters the team played well when Nembhard was on the floor and poorly when he sat. at 33:02
“Tyrese Haliburton is back: Over-reactions to Indiana Pacers opening night win vs New Orleans Pelicans” · listen ↗
- Bluesky Scott Agness (@scottagness.bsky.social) · Report ·
Pacers opened the season with a little bit of everything: a fast start, a frustrating second quarter, a late rally and an emotional return for Tyrese Haliburton. And Pascal Siakam delivered when they needed him most. Running Thoughts from the 123-120 win:
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Game log
● = started2026-27 season
| Date | Opp | Min | Pts | Reb | Ast | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25 | @BKN W | 31 min | 24 pts | 4 reb | 10 ast | 4 3PM |
| Oct 23 | DAL L | 32 min | 18 pts | 6 reb | 7 ast | 0 3PM |
| Oct 21 | @NOP W | 34 min | 23 pts | 2 reb | 12 ast | 2 3PM |
How his numbers change by situation, with four seasons of history →
Predictions about him
how calls are trackedCame true 1 · Waiting 1
- Waiting Under review Get Up (show): Haliburton plays against the Pelicans on Oct 22.
2026-10-21 · Podcast · for @ NOP, 2026-10-22 Flag - Came true Get Up (show): Haliburton scores over 19.5 points against the Pelicans on Oct 22.
2026-10-21 · Podcast · for @ NOP, 2026-10-22 · result: started, 34 min, 23 pts Flag