Overview

• Haliburton shared a photo of his right foot free from a walking boot and wearing sneakers, marking his first public step without crutches since undergoing Achilles surgery on June 23.
• Indiana Pacers president Kevin Pritchard confirmed his exclusion from the 2025–26 campaign, citing an estimated 8–12 months for a full return to play.
• Myles Turner signed with the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason, prompting the Pacers to elevate Andrew Nembhard and other role players into expanded responsibilities.
• Haliburton has maintained a leadership presence through media appearances, including a Bleacher Report interview reflecting on Indiana’s Finals run and promotional work for NBA 2K26.
• The league saw a spike in Achilles injuries during 2024–25, and the Pacers are emphasizing patience to ensure Haliburton returns stronger for the 2026–27 season.