Haliburton back after 486 days as Indiana opens at New Orleans

Tip set for 8 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 54m1 min read

Tyrese Haliburton arrives for his first game back in 486 days! Indiana opens their 2026-27 NBA season against New Orlea Via @NBA on X

What happened: Tyrese Haliburton arrived for Indiana's 2026-27 season opener against New Orleans. The game tips at 8 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass. It is his first game action in 486 days following an Achilles injury.

Why it matters: Indiana starts the 2026-27 campaign with its lead guard back in the lineup. His return resets the backcourt rotation after a season-plus absence.

By the numbers: 486 days since last official game action; absence followed Achilles injury.

What to watch: Indiana's opening-night rotation and his minutes will show how quickly he reassumes full duties.

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@NBA 2026-10-21T21:38:21.816470+00:00

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