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Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton emotional return
Haliburton tears up after 486-day comeback game.
In brief
Haliburton tears up after 486-day comeback game. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton returned to court after 486 days since his Achilles tear, scoring 23 points in a 123-120 win over Pelicans. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Haliburton returns after 486 days
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton returned to court for first time in 486 days after tearing his Achilles tendon in 2025 NBA Finals Game 7.
“It means a lot to be back out here”
Haliburton scores 23 points in win
Haliburton finished with 23 points, 12 assists, two rebounds and a steal in a 123-120 win over Pelicans after trailing by 10 points.
Haliburton emotional postgame interview
Haliburton broke down during postgame interview with Jeremiah Johnson, saying it means a lot to be back out here.
“It means a lot to be back out here”
In short
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton returned to court after 486 days since his Achilles tear, scoring 23 points in a 123-120 win over Pelicans.
