# Pacers' Haliburton Returns in Victory

> Tyrese Haliburton makes comeback appearance after 472 days in Pacers' win over Timberwolves.
- Title: Pacers' Haliburton Returns in Victory · Indiana Pacers On SI
- Summary: Tyrese Haliburton makes comeback appearance after 472 days in Pacers' win over Timberwolves. Tyrese Haliburton returned to play after 472 days, scoring 7…
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- Published: 2026-10-08T01:57:20+00:00
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## Pacers' First Preseason Game
The Indiana Pacers played their first preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
## Haliburton's Return After 472 Days
Tyrese Haliburton returned to an NBA court for the first time in 472 days during the game.
## Haliburton's Alma Mater
The game was played at Haliburton's alma mater, Iowa State University.
## Haliburton Wears Custom Jersey
Haliburton thanked the crowd while rocking a custom Pacers No. 22 jersey, the same number he wore in college.
## Pacers' 123-112 Victory
The Pacers won their first preseason game with a 123-112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
## Walker's First-Game Impact
Jarace Walker scored 7 points, dished 10 assists, and grabbed 5 rebounds in 28 minutes of play.
## Walker's Chemistry with Zubac
Walker found Zubac twice around the rim early in the game with crisp passes and only one turnover.
## Small Lineup Impresses
The Pacers played a nine-man rotation in the first half with Jay Huff missing.
## Small Ball Lineup
Indiana played a small-ball lineup with Toppin at five, Siakam at four, Walker at three, Oubre at two, and Nembhard at one.
## Oubre's Early Impact
Oubre and Toppin combined for 15 first half points on 5-6 shooting.
## Haliburton's Return Stats
Haliburton scored 7 points on 3-8 shooting, dished 6 assists, and committed 1 turnover in 16 minutes of play.
## Haliburton's Special Plays
Haliburton threw a skip pass over defense for a corner three and scored the first shot of the game.
## Haliburton's Heartbeat Role
Haliburton is the heartbeat of the Pacers' team and his return at his alma mater was perfect.
## Key takeaway

Tyrese Haliburton returned to play after 472 days, scoring 7 points and dishing 6 assists in Pacers' 123-112 victory over Minnesota Timberwolves.