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Tyrese Haliburton Says He’s Walking in Boot, Nearing Shoe as Achilles Rehab Advances

Indiana has ruled him out for the 2025–26 season with no set return date.

Jun 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after suffering an injury during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images/File photo
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iMay 21, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts in the third quarter against the New York Knicks during game one of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Haliburton told reporters he is walking in a protective boot and getting closer to walking full time in a shoe, describing the progress as a new benchmark.
  • He reiterated that there is no timetable for a return to play as he focuses on incremental recovery milestones.
  • The latest comments were captured in fan video posted on X and were shared by reporter Tony East.
  • At a youth camp in suburban Indianapolis, Haliburton moved around the facility in his boot but was not running or shooting two months into rehab.
  • He said he is leaning on teammates who have dealt with Achilles injuries and lifting alongside fellow injured star Caitlin Clark during recovery work.