Tyrese Haliburton Stuns Indiana Pacers with Massive Gift — Donates Two Custom Luxury Buses to Pacers Basketball: “This Is Home, and We Ride Like Champions”
In a heartwarming and jaw-dropping gesture, Indiana Pacers All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton has gifted the team two custom-designed luxury buses, redefining what leadership and loyalty look like in professional sports.
The donation, announced Monday morning at the Pacers’ training facility, stunned both staff and players. The buses—equipped with first-class amenities including reclining leather seats, high-speed Wi-Fi, touchscreen entertainment, a full media lounge, and Pacers-themed interiors—will be used for team travel and community outreach efforts.
“This is home,” Haliburton said emotionally. “And we ride like champions now. I wanted to give back to the place that’s given me everything.”
Team President Kevin Pritchard praised Haliburton’s gift as “one of the most generous and thoughtful acts I’ve ever seen from a player. It goes beyond basketball—it’s about pride, community, and commitment.”
Sources close to the team revealed that Haliburton personally worked with designers over the past six months to create the buses. The sleek exterior features the Pacers’ signature navy and gold color scheme, the Indy skyline, and the words “UNITY. PURPOSE. PRIDE.” on each side.
Head Coach Rick Carlisle called the gesture “typical Tyrese—big heart, big vision. He’s all in.”
Fans are already celebrating Haliburton on social media, hailing him as “the real MVP” and “a Pacer for life.” The donation comes just weeks after Haliburton underwent surgery for a torn Achilles, further highlighting his unwavering commitment to the franchise.
“These buses are more than transportation,” said Haliburton. “They’re a symbol. Of who we are. Of where we’re going. And of how we get there—together.”
In a time when loyalty in sports often feels fleeting, Haliburton’s stunning gift is a bold reminder that some players aren’t just passing through—they’re building something.