Kelly Oubre Jr. cites Tyrese Haliburton in Pacers signing decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 3:41 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Kelly Oubre Jr. revealed that Tyrese Haliburton significantly influenced his choice to sign with the Indiana Pacers. In a recent interview, Oubre praised Haliburton's leadership and maturity, stating it made joining the team an obvious choice. Oubre's two-year contract, worth $17 million, is fully guaranteed. Haliburton is set to return for training camp after missing the previous season due to injury. General manager Chad Buchanan confirmed that Haliburton will have no restrictions as he prepares for the upcoming season, which starts on October 21 against New Orleans.
- •Oubre signed a two-year, $17 million contract with the Pacers.
- •Haliburton missed all of last season due to an Achilles tendon injury.
- •Oubre praised Haliburton's maturity and leadership in the decision.
- •Indiana opens the regular season on October 21 against New Orleans.
- •Haliburton is expected to be fully healthy for training camp.
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — Kelly Oubre Jr. Reveals Tyrese Haliburton's Role in Pacers Decision
"Kelly Oubre Jr. said Tyrese Haliburton played a major role in his decision to sign with Indiana, praising the Pacers star's maturity and leadership.
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