What happened: Tyrese Haliburton is performing explosive offseason work following surgery on his right Achilles tendon. The Indiana Pacers guard said in late June that he felt great.
Why it matters: His return would restore Indiana’s primary playmaker for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The Pacers have emphasized patience while managing his comeback.
By the numbers: Haliburton missed all 82 games in 2025-26. Indiana went 19-63 without him.
What to watch: Training camp will show whether his progress translates into full participation. Indiana’s workload plan is the next marker before the season opener.