Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Predicted to Be 16th-Best Player in 2030

Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Predicted to Be 16th-Best Player in 2030

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton is predicted to be the 16th-best player in the NBA in 2030, according to NBA analyst Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report. Haliburton will be 30 in 2030, and Bailey believes his skillset will remain intact. "His game was more the product of skill than physicality," Bailey wrote. "And that skill isn't going to abandon him between now and his 30th birthday."

What happened?

Haliburton missed all of last season recovering from his Achilles tendon tear. However, he had an outstanding 2024-25 campaign for the Pacers, averaging 18.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 9.2 assists, 1.4 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game. He made the All-NBA Third Team and signed a five-year, $244 million extension with the Pacers in July 2023.

Why it matters for Indiana Pacers

The Pacers are extremely optimistic that Haliburton will be available for Day 1 of the season opener for the 2026-27 season. His return will undoubtedly boost the team's chances of success, especially with the young core of players already gaining experience. As Haliburton's dad, John, said, "I expect them right at the top. Now, by the time Tyrese gets back on the floor, these young guys have already been through the fire."

What comes next?

The basketball world is eagerly awaiting Haliburton's return to the court. With his exceptional skillset and the Pacers' young core, the team is poised for a strong season. As Haliburton has career averages of 17.5 points and 8.8 assists per game in the regular season, and 17.9 points and 8.4 assists per game in the playoffs, he is sure to make a significant impact.

Last result: Indiana Pacers 121-133 Detroit Pistons (2026-04-12). Recent form (last 5): 1W-0D-4L (LLLLW, most recent first); lost the last 4. Haliburton's return will undoubtedly be a boost for the Pacers, who are looking to make a deep playoff run. With his exceptional skillset and the young core of players, the team is poised for a strong season.

Haliburton signed a five-year, $244 million extension with the Pacers in July 2023. The talented floor general will make $48,924,624 next season, $52,298,736 in 2027-28, and $55,672,848 in 2028-29, the final year of his deal. The Pacers are extremely optimistic that Haliburton will be available for Day 1 of the season opener for the 2026-27 season. His return will undoubtedly boost the team's chances of success, especially with the young core of players already gaining experience.