What happened: Tyrese Haliburton missed the 2025-26 season before rejoining the Indiana Pacers lineup. Indiana faces New Orleans with tip set for 8:00 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass.

Why it matters: His return restores Indiana's playmaking after a full season without him. The scheduled matchup offers a first look at the rotation with him back.

What to watch: His minutes in the scheduled game will show where the rotation stands.