Haliburton Calf Strain: Pacers Star to Get MRI
- Indianapolis — The Indiana Pacers' chances in the NBA Finals may hinge on the health of Tyrese haliburton.
- Haliburton initially sustained the calf strain in the first quarter of Game 5 but returned to play with the area wrapped.
- Pacers coach Rick Carlisle acknowledged Haliburton wasn't at full strength.
Tyrese Haliburton‘s calf strain puts the Indiana Pacers’ NBA finals aspirations in jeopardy. The star guard,visibly hampered by the injury sustained in Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder,is slated for an MRI. This crucial test will reveal the full extent of the damage and determine his availability for the pivotal Game 6. Haliburton played through the pain, but the injury significantly impacted his performance, marking a career-low playoff scoring night. the pacers, down 3-2 in the series, desperately need their key player back at full strength. News directory 3 brings you the latest updates on this developing story, and also analysis from the sidelines. Will Haliburton be ready to go? Discover what’s next in this crucial series.
Haliburton’s Injury Casts Pall Over Pacers’ NBA Finals Hopes
updated June 17, 2025
Indianapolis — The Indiana Pacers’ chances in the NBA Finals may hinge on the health of Tyrese haliburton. The star guard suffered a strained right calf during Monday’s 120-109 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder. An MRI is scheduled to assess the extent of the injury, sources said Tuesday.
Haliburton initially sustained the calf strain in the first quarter of Game 5 but returned to play with the area wrapped. He finished the game, logging 34 minutes, but struggled, failing to score a single field goal. His four points, along with six assists and seven rebounds, marked a playoff career low.
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle acknowledged Haliburton wasn’t at full strength. Though, Haliburton expressed his determination to play in Game 6, despite the injury with Indiana facing elimination.
“If I can walk, then I want to play,” Haliburton said.
The Pacers trail the Thunder 3-2 in the series.Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday night in Indianapolis.Haliburton, a key component of the Pacers’ offense, is averaging 15.0 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.2 rebounds in the NBA Finals. This injury compounds a previous right ankle issue Haliburton sustained after Game 2.
What’s next
the Pacers await the MRI results to determine Haliburton’s availability for Game 6. His presence is crucial as Indiana seeks to extend the series and keep their NBA Finals hopes alive. The team’s NBA Finals run hinges on Haliburton’s calf strain and his ability to recover quickly.