Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton moved to tears after long-awaited return from Achilles injury
Tyrese Halliburton was moved to tears after returning from his Achilles injury, then scored 16 fourth-quarter points to lift the Pacers past the Pelicans.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton made a triumphant return after nearly 500 days sidelined due to a torn Achilles tendon, scoring 23 points in a 123-120 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Haliburton, visibly emotional about his comeback, scored 16 points in the final quarter to secure the win. His return is expected to boost the Pacers’ prospects in the competitive Eastern Conference.
- Tyrese Haliburton returned to NBA action after 500 days, recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
- Haliburton scored 23 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter, to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 123-120 win against the New Orleans Pelicans.
- He became emotional discussing his return during a postgame interview.
- The Pacers struggled significantly last season without Haliburton, finishing with 19 wins.
- With Haliburton back, the Pacers aim to compete in the Eastern Conference.
- The Pacers will host the Dallas Mavericks for their home opener on Friday.
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