Tyrese Haliburton Seen Supporting Pacers Teammates on Crutches After Game 7 Defeat, T.J. McConnell Reveals

 

In a powerful display of leadership and brotherhood, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton was seen on crutches, standing with his teammates following their heartbreaking Game 7 defeat in the NBA Finals. According to teammate T.J. McConnell, Haliburton made his way to the locker room despite his injury, determined to support his brothers in blue and gold during one of the most emotional nights in franchise history.

 

The Pacers, who were chasing their first NBA title, fell short in a hard-fought Game 7, ending an extraordinary playoff run that had captivated fans across Indiana and the nation. While Haliburton was sidelined due to a nagging leg injury that worsened during the Eastern Conference Finals, his presence remained vital behind the scenes.

 

“Even though he couldn’t play, Tyrese showed us what it means to be a leader,” McConnell said postgame. “He was in that locker room with us, on crutches, encouraging everyone, lifting us up even when his own heart was breaking. That’s the kind of teammate he is.”

 

Haliburton’s commitment didn’t go unnoticed by fans either. Photos and videos quickly surfaced online, showing the All-Star guard hobbling on crutches down the tunnel at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, offering hugs and handshakes to each of his teammates. Social media was flooded with messages of admiration for the young star, who has become the face of the Pacers franchise both on and off the court.

 

Though the loss stings, Haliburton’s actions have only further cemented his role as a cornerstone of Indiana’s future. “We’re going to come back stronger,” McConnell added. “And with Tyrese leading us, I believe that more than ever.”

 

The Pacers’ run may have ended, but their spirit—and Haliburton’s example—will endure.