Pacers Lose Tyrese Haliburton Entire 2025-26 Season Achilles Tear

Indiana Pacers All-Star Tyrese Haliburton will miss the entire 2025-26 NBA season due to a torn Achilles tendon sustained in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The injury occurred early in the game when Haliburton landed awkwardly after attempting a 3-pointer, cutting short his standout postseason performance that had helped propel Indiana to their first Finals appearance since 2000. Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard confirmed Haliburton's season-long absence, emphasizing the importance of his full recovery without jeopardizing his future health. Despite the setback, Haliburton remains positive and engaged with the team, attending practices and games on crutches and using a scooter to aid mobility during rehabilitation. The Pacers face significant roster challenges, compounded by the recent departure of Myles Turner, and will likely rely more heavily on players such as Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin to fill the void. Fans and the organization alike are bracing for a difficult season ahead without their young star, while hoping for his eventual return better than ever.