Haliburton returns from Achilles tear to inspire Pacers' season-opening victory
The Indiana guard made an emotional comeback from the injury he suffered in last season's NBA Finals, steering his side past the Pelicans.
Tyrese Haliburton marked his long-awaited return to the court with a commanding performance as the Indiana Pacers claimed a gritty season-opening win over the New Orleans Pelicans, silencing any doubts about his recovery from the Achilles tear that had sidelined him since Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals.
The point guard, visibly emotional during and after the contest, led his team through a hard-fought opening-night encounter that underlined both his personal resilience and Indiana's collective determination to start the new campaign on the front foot.
Haliburton's comeback had been one of the most keenly anticipated storylines heading into the new NBA season, with supporters and observers uncertain how quickly the 25-year-old might rediscover his rhythm following such a serious injury. His performance on the night appeared to answer many of those questions emphatically, offering the Pacers considerable encouragement as they look ahead to the months to come.
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