Tyrese Haliburton reacts to NBA's choice for season opener rival
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Tyrese Haliburton expressed disappointment regarding the NBA’s decision to feature his return as the point guard for the Indiana Pacers against the New Orleans Pelicans in a road game. Haliburton missed all of the previous season after recovering from a torn Achilles sustained during Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals. He believes that given his stature as a player, the league should have scheduled his first game back on national television or at home., he referenced comparisons with other star players who received grander returns from injuries, highlighting a perceived lack of respect for him and the Pacers. The Pacers will host their first home game against the Dallas Mavericks two days later.
- •Haliburton missed last season due to a torn Achilles.
- •His return game is set for October against New Orleans.
- •The Pacers will face the Dallas Mavericks at home in their next game.
- •Haliburton compares his treatment to other injured stars.
- •The Pacers historically receive fewer national broadcasts.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Haliburton Says NBA Disrespected Him With Opening Night Opponent
"The return of Tyrese Haliburton is coming this season after he missed all of last season for the Indiana Pacers while recovering from a torn Achilles. Haliburton suffered a heartbreaking injury in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Indiana’s chances of winning the title ended after Haliburton had a […] The post Tyrese Haliburton Says NBA Disrespected Him With Opening Night Opponent appeared first on HEAVY.
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