Tyrese Haliburton, Kyrie Irving among NBA's notable comeback players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

As the NBA offseason nears its conclusion in August 2026, attention turns to players making comebacks. Tyrese Haliburton is set to return after missing the entire 2025-26 season due to injury. Haliburton, key to the Indiana Pacers' success, aims to regain his form following a promising start in the previous NBA Finals. Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks is also expected to play a significant role as he returns from injuries sustained during the last season. This season presents challenges and opportunities for both players as they rejoin their teams.
- •Tyrese Haliburton missed the 2025-26 season due to injury.
- •He played a pivotal role in the Pacers' recent playoff runs.
- •Kyrie Irving is returning from injury for the Mavericks.
- •Haliburton aims to regain his pre-injury form this season.
- •The NBA offseason has seen significant player movements.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — The NBA's most interesting comeback players
"Tyrese Haliburton, Kyrie and Dame are among the stars who are ready to get back in the game.
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