Indianapolis, Indiana – Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a left hamstring strain during Monday’s game against the Boston Celtics. The incident occurred when Haliburton slipped on the court while driving to the basket. His right leg gave out, causing him to fall awkwardly. Haliburton was in immediate pain and had to be helped off the floor by his teammates. He was taken to the locker room and ruled out for the remainder of the game.
The Pacers went on to win the game 133-131, but the victory was overshadowed by Haliburton’s injury. Head coach Rick Carlisle expressed concern and stated that Haliburton will undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the extent of the damage. The team is hopeful that the injury is not serious.
Haliburton’s absence would be a significant blow to the Pacers, as he has been a key contributor this season. The fourth-year point guard has been on a breakout campaign, leading the team to victory in the NBA’s inaugural In-Season Tournament and putting up impressive numbers. He is currently averaging 24.2 points and a league-leading 12.7 assists per game. Haliburton is also in the running to become the first player since John Stockton in 1995 to average 12 assists in a season. With him at the helm, the Pacers boast the best offense in the league.
The Pacers’ high-powered offense has propelled them to a 20-15 record and the seventh spot in the Eastern Conference. Their offensive rating of 122.4 is on track to be the best in NBA history. Haliburton’s injury raises concerns about how this will impact the team’s performance moving forward.
The Pacers and their fans will anxiously await the results of Haliburton’s MRI to determine the next steps for his recovery.