Myles Turner Criticizes Former Teammate Tyrese Haliburton's Toughness Amid NBA Playoff Spotlight

Myles Turner, now with the Milwaukee Bucks after a decade with the Indiana Pacers, recently criticized his former teammate Tyrese Haliburton on the "Thanalysis Show," suggesting that Haliburton's tough guy persona on the court is a facade because he knows he has backup. Turner described Haliburton as a "troll" and "heel" who talks trash knowing he won't face real consequences outside the court, implying that Haliburton would not behave the same way in a street confrontation. Despite Turner’s criticisms, he also acknowledged Haliburton’s professionalism, teammate qualities, and family values. Haliburton has not responded to Turner’s remarks, but his younger brother publicly defended him by reposting comments from Celtics star Jaylen Brown, who downplayed a recent on-court scuffle involving Turner. This exchange highlights the tension between Turner and Haliburton following Turner's move to a rival team and Haliburton's injury that impacted the Pacers' prospects. Overall, the situation reflects a mix of personal discord and competitive rivalry within the NBA.