Overview

• Tyrese Haliburton was voted the NBA's 'most overrated player' by 14.4% of 90 anonymous players in The Athletic's annual poll.
• Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle strongly criticized the poll, calling it unreliable and 'shameful,' while defending Haliburton's impact.
• Haliburton responded confidently, stating he is focused on winning and values the opinions of his team over external criticism.
• In Game 2 against the Bucks, Haliburton recorded 21 points and 12 assists, leading Indiana to a 123–115 win and a 2–0 series advantage.
• Former Indiana Fever star Erica Wheeler and Pacers leadership publicly supported Haliburton, emphasizing his importance to the team.