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Suspected Achilles Tear Sidelines Tyrese Haliburton in Game 7 of NBA Finals

The injury ended his night in the Finals, raising questions about his recovery timeline.

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Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers sustains an injury during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center on June 22, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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Overview

  • Haliburton collapsed with a non-contact right leg injury 4:55 into the first quarter and was officially ruled out for the remainder of Game 7.
  • His father, John Haliburton, told ABC that it appears to be an Achilles tendon injury pending MRI confirmation.
  • Before going down, Haliburton had scored nine points on 3-of-4 three-point shooting despite playing through a lingering calf strain.
  • Pacers teammates gathered around him on the court as the NBA community, including Myles Turner and rival stars, sent messages of support.
  • If confirmed as an Achilles tear, he faces a lengthy rehabilitation that could sideline him well into next season and alter the Pacers’ championship outlook.