Tyrese Haliburton assists Indiana Fever by freeing stuck ball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:43 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
During the Indiana Fever's game against the Phoenix Mercury on June 22 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Tyrese Haliburton freed a stuck basketball behind the backboard. Haliburton, sitting courtside, used a Fever court mop to dislodge the ball, prompting a positive reaction from the crowd. The Fever have had Haliburton's support throughout the season, especially after he missed the 2025-26 season due to a right Achilles tear suffered in the 2025 NBA Finals. This game is part of the Fever's ongoing season as they look to improve following their earlier loss to the Dallas Wings.
- •The Fever hosted the Mercury on June 22 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- •Haliburton was courtside when the ball became stuck.
- •He effectively used a court mop to free the ball.
- •Haliburton has been supporting Fever games after his injury.
- •The Fever are looking to improve their standing this season.
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Watch: Tyrese Haliburton gives Indiana Fever an assist with stuck ball
"Tyrese Haliburton was sitting courtside at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the Fever's matchup against the Mercury on Monday when he sprang into action.
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