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Pacers Tyrese Haliburton Injured in NBA Finals Game 7 Loss
Oklahoma City, USA, June 23, 2025 – Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton left Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first quarter with an Achilles injury. The Pacers lost 103-91, ending their championship hopes. Here’s what happened.
The Injury
Haliburton’s night ended early:
- He collapsed without contact while driving to the basket, clutching his right leg.
- Teammates and trainers helped him off the court as he showed clear pain.
- A fan said, “Seeing Tyrese go down broke my heart.”
The moment was tough.
Impact on the Game
The injury changed everything:
- Haliburton had nine points, hitting three 3-pointers, before exiting.
- The Pacers led 48-47 at halftime but scored only 43 points after his exit.
- An X post read, “No Haliburton, no chance for Indiana.”
The Thunder took control.
Team Reactions
The Pacers stayed strong:
- Players like Pascal Siakam and T.J. McConnell praised Haliburton’s spirit.
- Coach Rick Carlisle said Haliburton will recover and return stronger.
- A teammate noted, “Tyrese was cheering us on from the locker room.”
His leadership shone through.
Game Context
The loss stung:
- The Thunder won their first NBA title in Oklahoma City’s history.
- Haliburton’s playoff run was historic, with game-tying or winning shots in all four rounds.
- An X user wrote, “Thunder earned it, but Haliburton’s injury hurt.”
The Pacers fought hard.
What’s Next
The focus is on recovery:
- Haliburton faces an MRI to confirm the Achilles injury’s severity.
- The Pacers plan to rally around him for next season.
- A fan said, “Get well soon, Tyrese—we need you back.”
Hope remains for Indiana.
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