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Joel Embiid endorses Tyrese Haliburton amid injury challenges

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 6:53 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Joel Embiid endorses Tyrese Haliburton amid injury challenges

Summary

Joel Embiid praised Tyrese Haliburton for his impact on the Indiana Pacers and their cultural shift during an interview shared by WISH-TV. Embiid acknowledged Haliburton's current injury but highlighted his previous contributions to the team's success, including reaching the NBA Finals. The support from Embiid is meaningful given their opposing teams, and he expressed hope for Haliburton's quick recovery. The Pacers will need to navigate Haliburton's absence as they continue their season.

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Status Watch

•Joel Embiid praises Haliburton's influence on Pacers' culture.
•Embiid wishes for Haliburton's recovery from injury.
•Haliburton helped lead the Pacers to the NBA Finals.
•Support from Embiid emphasizes Haliburton's value beyond scoring.
•Pacers face challenges without their lead guard in the lineup.

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6:53 AMYahoo Sports — Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton Gets Heartfelt Joel Embiid Endorsement Amid Injury Setback

What they're saying

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The Indiana Pacers have a reminder of Tyrese Haliburton’s value that reaches beyond his scoring and assists. Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid praised the guard for transforming the franchise’s culture and helping lead Indiana to the NBA Finals. His comments also included a wish for Haliburton’s health. Speaking in an interview shared by WISH-TV, Embiid […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton Gets Heartfelt Joel Embiid Endorsement Amid Injury Setback appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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