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Tyrese Haliburton reacts to Knicks' championship win amid personal struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:15 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Tyrese Haliburton reacts to Knicks' championship win amid personal struggles

Summary

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers reacted to the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship two weeks after they ended a 53-year title drought. Haliburton, who missed the entire 2025-26 season due to an Achilles injury, expressed a restrained sentiment with a brief comment, 'Good for them.' His reaction sparked mixed responses on social media, depicting him as frustrated amidst a long-standing rivalry with the Knicks. Haliburton said he has not reached out to Knicks MVP Jalen Brunson but had contacted teammate Mikal Bridges. His health appears to be improving as he prepares for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks won the NBA championship, defeating the Spurs 4-1.
•Haliburton missed the entire 2025-26 season due to an Achilles injury.
•Social media reacted to Haliburton's brief remark on Knicks' victory.
•He expressed frustration likely due to the Pacers-Knicks rivalry.
•Haliburton reports he is feeling healthy and preparing for training camp.

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12:15 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Sick to His Stomach,’ ‘Fuming’ — NBA World Mocks Pacers Star Tyrese Haliburton’s Reaction to Knicks’ Championship

What they're saying

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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton missed the entire 2025-26 NBA season, watching from the sidelines as the New York Knicks captured the NBA championship. Two weeks after the Knicks ended their long title drought, Haliburton finally offered a brief reaction to their championship run, and his comments quickly triggered buzz across the NBA world.
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