Tyrese Haliburton says he's cleared and ready for 2026-27 season
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Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Tyrese Haliburton stated he feels strong and ready to return from a torn Achilles tendon that sidelined him for the entire 2025-26 season. Speaking in Indianapolis, the All-Star guard shared that he has effectively been medically cleared to play and is participating in pick-up basketball. Haliburton emphasized the need to reach NBA conditioning and game shape, acknowledging the challenges ahead. He plans to continue preparations, with upcoming training sessions in Los Angeles against NBA players and looks forward to participating in training camp.
- •Haliburton tore his Achilles in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.
- •He has been cleared and is playing pick-up games.
- •Plans to train with NBA players in Los Angeles soon.
- •Emphasizes the difference between being cleared and being game-ready.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — 'If the season was today, I'd be ready': Tyrese Haliburton says he's cleared
"Tyrese Haliburton says he's feeling very strong as he approaches his return from the Achilles tendon tear that cost him his 2025-26 season
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