While the exact duration of his absence remains uncertain, the team is currently working with medical staff to establish a clear recovery timeline. The news comes after Haliburton had successfully returned to the court for the first four games of the campaign, including a demanding back-to-back stretch this past Sunday and Monday.
Injury adds to growing list of concerns for Indiana
Haliburton’s injury is particularly notable given his recent history. The guard had spent 16 months recovering from a torn Achilles suffered during the 2025 NBA Finals. Following Monday’s contest against the Milwaukee Bucks, he admitted to feeling physically worn down before being officially listed on the injury report on Wednesday.
Prior to this setback, Haliburton had been a key contributor for Indiana, averaging 21.8 points, 9.5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds per game. He had been shooting at a 52% clip while logging an average of 33 minutes of action per night.
Pacers face mounting roster challenges
The Pacers are dealing with a wave of health issues across their roster. Ahead of their Wednesday matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, four of the team's five starters appeared on the injury report. The depth of the squad is being tested, with several other players already sidelined or managing ailments.
T.J. McConnell has yet to feature this season due to a right
This latest injury news arrives as the league sees a trend of high-profile players sidelined early in the year, including Anthony Edwards, Jalen Williams, and Kawhi Leonard. For the Pacers, the situation is reminiscent of the 2025-26 season, during which they recorded 19 wins—the fewest in franchise history—while Haliburton was out for the entire campaign.
