Tyrese Haliburton's Haunting Memories of the 2025 NBA Finals
Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton still thinks about tearing his Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder every day. It's been over a year since the devastating injury occurred, but the pain and frustration still linger.
What Happened?
Haliburton was driving to the basket in the first quarter of Game 7, having already scored nine quick points, when he went down without contact. He strained his calf, which he knew was a possibility, but he couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong. 'I don't know if I'll ever get over it,' Haliburton said in a recent interview on the Numbers On The Board podcast.
Why It Matters for Indiana Pacers
The Pacers, who had pushed the Thunder to a Game 7 as underdogs, lost the series without Haliburton. They finished 14th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 19-63 in the 2025-26 season, which Haliburton missed entirely due to his injury. The loss of their star point guard was a significant blow to the team's chances of success.
What Comes Next?
Haliburton has been working tirelessly to recover from his injury, and he's determined to make a comeback. 'Because injuries are a part of the game, and I know I'm going to be fine and I know we're going to be fine as a group, and life goes on,' he said. 'But it was just like, "Not now. Anytime but right now." Because everything felt like it was clicking at that moment.'
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