Indiana Pacers (NBA)
October 2025
Gainbridge Fieldhouse unveiled an East banner and celebrated matriarch Nancy Leonard as Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) and T.J. McConnell (hamstring) watched courtside. Rick Carlisle leans on depth, pace, and defense while Andrew Nembhard’s shoulder scare stresses the backcourt. The mandate: preserve spacing, reduce turnovers, and survive early absences to maintain postseason aspirations in a deeper East.
Monte Morris (Indiana Pacers)
September 2025
Indiana have signed veteran guard Monte Morris on a one-year Exhibit 9 contract, providing depth behind Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell. The 30-year-old averaged 5.2 points in Phoenix last season and brings steadiness as the Pacers adjust without Tyrese Haliburton. The deal protects Indiana financially if Morris is waived while offering him a shot to prove his value. With Haliburton sidelined, Morris adds experience to a backcourt rotation already featuring Bennedict Mathurin and Ben Sheppard as Indiana push to stay competitive in the East.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
August 2025
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton appeared at his youth camp, walking in a boot two months into Achilles rehab. He engaged with kids, smiled, and shared small recovery milestones, highlighting the long journey ahead. Injured during the NBA Finals, Haliburton is pacing recovery with support from Caitlin Clark and teammates. He praised fan letters and peer advice, stressing patience while aiming for a full comeback after surgery ruled him out for next season.
Rick Carlisle (Indiana Pacers)
August 2025
The Indiana Pacers extended coach Rick Carlisle’s contract after he guided them to their first NBA Finals appearance in 25 years. Carlisle’s leadership since returning in 2021 has included consecutive Eastern Conference Finals and cemented his place as the franchise’s winningest coach. Carlisle adapted his style to a faster, aggressive system, turning Indiana into a contender. Despite losing Game 7 of the Finals after Haliburton’s Achilles injury, Carlisle’s track record and community role ensured the extension. He now sits seven wins shy of 1,000 career victories.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
July 2025
Tyrese Haliburton believes there’s no clear cause behind the NBA’s rise in Achilles injuries, calling it “just bad luck.” The Pacers star suffered his own tear in Game 7 of the Finals, despite feeling fully fit after passing stress tests post-calf strain.
Now ruled out for 2025–26, Haliburton plans to grow his basketball IQ by sitting in on Pacers coaches’ meetings and aiding teammates from the bench. He’s spoken with Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum—both Achilles victims—and aims to return stronger in 2026–27.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
June 2025
Tyrese Haliburton tore his right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against Oklahoma City and is expected to miss the entire 2025–26 season, pending recovery after surgery.
Haliburton collapsed without contact while driving, just days after playing through a calf strain. The injury overshadowed Indiana’s title hopes and ended a legendary postseason run, where he set franchise assist records and hit multiple clutch game-winners.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
June 2025
Tyrese Haliburton will play in Game 6 of the NBA Finals despite suffering a right calf strain in Game 5. The Pacers face elimination, trailing 3-2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Haliburton passed a team strength test just hours before tip-off and showed no major limitations. After intensive treatments all week, he will be monitored closely without a strict minutes cap as Indiana aims to force Game 7.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
June 2025
Tyrese Haliburton aggravated a strained right calf in Game 5 of the NBA Finals and will undergo an MRI to assess the severity, but says he intends to play in Game 6.
Haliburton returned with his calf wrapped and played 34 minutes but failed to score a field goal, finishing with just 4 points. Despite ankle and calf issues, he insists he’ll fight through for the elimination game.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
Ahead of Game 3, June 2025
Haliburton confirmed he’ll play in Game 3 despite visible limping and ankle taping, insisting his “lower leg thing” won’t limit him against the Thunder.
Coach Carlisle said Haliburton isn’t restricted and is improving daily. The guard emphasized reviewing film to fix early-game struggles after two slow first halves.