Tyrese Haliburton returns as Pacers open season at Pelicans

486 days after Achilles injury

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

HALI. IS. BACK. 🏁 After 486 days away from official game action, Tyrese Haliburton returns to the floor TONIGHT! The P Via @NBA on X

What happened: Indiana and New Orleans tip at 8:00 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass. It marks his first official game action in 486 days.

Why it matters: Indiana opens the 2026-27 regular season with its lead guard available. New Orleans gets an opening-night home test against his return to the lineup.

What to watch: Minutes and rotation use in the opener will indicate how Indiana reintegrates him.

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@NBA 2026-10-21T18:16:21.444634+00:00

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