Tyrese Haliburton confirms he will play against Bucks in homecoming matchup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 2:41 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Tyrese Haliburton will participate in his first back-to-back games when the Pacers face the Bucks on October 26 in Milwaukee. The game marks Haliburton's return to his home state of Wisconsin following a June 2025 Achilles tendon injury. Haliburton expressed his eagerness to play, citing motivation from family and friends attending the game. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle has indicated they will manage Haliburton's minutes closely as he continues to regain fitness.
- •Haliburton returns to Wisconsin for the matchup against the Bucks.
- •He confirms he will play in the back-to-back despite conditioning concerns.
- •Coach Carlisle emphasizes careful management of Haliburton's minutes.
- •Haliburton is motivated by the opportunity to play near his hometown.
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — 'I'm gonna play': Tyrese Haliburton in for first back-to-back in return to home state
"Did you really think Tyrese Haliburton wouldn't play in his home state? He left little doubt when asked about the back-to-back.
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