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Tyrese Haliburton Celebrates Unique Leap Day Birthday

The Pacers' All-Star guard marks his sixth birthday on February 29, a rare occasion celebrated by only about five million people worldwide.

  • Tyrese Haliburton, born on Leap Day, turns 24 years old but celebrates his sixth actual birthday, highlighting the rarity of February 29 birthdays.
  • Despite the legal age being counted annually, Haliburton and others with Leap Day birthdays experience a unique celebration every four years.
  • Haliburton reflects on his journey from a college injury to NBA success, emphasizing the significance of his leap year birthday.
  • Notable athletes, including Eric Kendricks and Ferran Torres, share the leap year birthday, making it a unique trait in the sports world.
  • Haliburton's leap year celebrations include self-gifts and a subdued approach due to a game in New Orleans, contrasting with his usual two-day celebration.
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