Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton has been ruled out for Game 3 on Saturday due to a hamstring injury. Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle addressed the situation, providing some insight into Haliburton’s status and potential return.
“He very much wants to play. Desperately wants to play. But the decision on tonight was taken out of his hands earlier in the day. It was determined that tonight was not an option. He’s feeling better and we’ll see where he is on Monday. And that’s it,” Carlisle said.
The Pacers will feel Haliburton’s absence keenly as they look to rebound from their 126-110 loss to the Boston Celtics in Game 2. The Pacers point guard sustained the injury while defending Celtics forward Jayson Tatum during Thursday night’s game.
The incident occurred late in the third quarter and forced him to leave the court. The Pacers now face a challenging situation as they prepare for Game 3 without one of their key players.
NBA Insider Shares Update on Tyrese Haliburton’s Injury Status
Tyrese Haliburton, who is eligible for $243 M contract, has already missed 10 games this season due to a left hamstring strain. Hence, his latest injury has heightened concerns among Pacers fans.
The severity of Haliburton’s injury has been a topic of intense speculation. NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski provided an update on the situation, indicating that his return for Game 4 is uncertain as well.
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“Haliburton is out for Game 3 and will be reassessed ahead of Game 4 on Monday — but his availability for that game also remains in serious question, sources tell ESPN. The Pacers will err on the side of caution with their franchise star,” Wojnarowski reported.
The Pacers are already in a tough spot, trailing 2-0 in the series. Climbing back into contention without Haliburton will be a daunting task, as he is one of the league’s top playmakers. Without him, the team will have to rely on other players, like starting shooting guard Andrew Nembhard and backup TJ McConnell, to fill the void.
