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Tyrese Haliburton returns to help Fever after Achilles tear

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:30 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Tyrese Haliburton returns to help Fever after Achilles tear

Summary

Tyrese Haliburton made a notable appearance for the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury on June 23, 2026, one year after his Achilles injury. Haliburton contributed by recovering a basketball during the game less than a minute in. His injury occurred in the NBA Finals, which significantly impacted the Pacers' playoff run. The Pacers lost to the Fever in a separate game, concluding it with a score of 103-91. Haliburton's return marks an important moment in his rehabilitation and ongoing recovery process.

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By the Numbers

•Haliburton helped the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury.
•He returned exactly one year after tearing his Achilles.
•His injury occurred in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
•Haliburton's on-court return took place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
•The Pacers lost their game 103-91.

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3:24 AMYahoo Sports — ’Tyrese Haliburton, Ladies and Gentlemen’ — Fever Fans Erupt As Pacers Star Comes to Caitlin Clark’s Aid On Court vs. Mercury
12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Watch: Pacers Tyrese Haliburton (sorta) returns one year after Achilles tear to help Fever

What they're saying

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It’s been a year since Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton ruptured his right Achilles tendon, an injury that led to a heartbreaking 103-91 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Haliburton is working his way back to game shape in time for the 2026-27 campaign, and making a simple “heroic deed” for Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever proves he is on the right track to recovery.
— Yahoo Sports