A long-awaited return
Tyrese Haliburton is finally back on the floor for the Indiana Pacers. After missing sixteen months due to a torn Achilles suffered during the 2025 NBA Finals, the star guard played in a preseason game on October 7. The matchup took place in Ames, Iowa, at his college alma mater, Iowa State University. Fans lined up early to grab yellow shirts bearing his face and the moniker Cyclone Hali. During the game, Haliburton played sixteen minutes, finishing with seven points and six assists in a 123-112 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. He admitted to feeling tired after the opening minutes, but expressed pure joy at playing basketball again. His return brings immense hope for the Pacers after a tough season.
Community work and tough recovery
During his long time away from the court, Haliburton stayed deeply connected to Indianapolis. He spent time visiting children at the Peyton Manning Children's Hospital as a spokesperson for the Indiana Donor Network, raising awareness for organ donation. He also helped revitalize a charity softball game over the summer. His recovery was far from easy. Besides dealing with the heavy physical toll of his Achilles surgery, he also suffered a bad case of shingles that caused weight gain and facial swelling. Despite the dark moments, he remained supportive of his teammates by sitting on the bench during home and road games whenever possible.
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