“Don’t regret it”: Tyrese Haliburton opens up about tearing his Achilles in the NBA Finals 

Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton has reportedly shared an update with his fans following his Achilles surgery on Tuesday, June 24. The NBA player reportedly sustained the injury during Game 7 on Monday, following which he underwent surgery. Haliburton took to his socials (@TYHaliburton22) to express his "shock" and revealed his experience after the surgery. He noted,

"I know I’ll come out on the other side of this a better man and a better player. And honestly, right now, torn Achilles and all, I don’t regret it."

He added,

"I’d do it again, and again after that, to fight for this city and my brothers. For the chance to do something special."

The 25-year-old disclosed that the injury is weighing more in his "mind" than his physical health; however, he added that he will "fight like hell to get back".

Tyrese Haliburton opens up about "shock injury" in the NBA Finals

Tyrese Haliburton's "shock injury" at the NBA finals has reportedly made it uncertain when he will be able to play again. He addressed his fans and noted that the "frustration is unfathomable." He revealed people's messages of "coming back stronger" following his surgery and described it as a "cliche."

While Tyrese described it as an unfortunate situation, he emphasised that he will overcome this "hurdle." He quoted Kobe Bryant and wrote,

“There are far greater issues/challenges in the world than a torn achilles. Stop feeling sorry for yourself, find the silver lining and get to work with the same belief, same drive and same conviction as ever.”

He expressed gratitude and noted that with time, he would

"get right back to being the best version of Tyrese Haliburton."

Tyrese's girlfriend, Jade Jones, reportedly took to her Instagram stories on June 24 and noted,

"a run we will remember for a lifetime, you are so amazing!"

Indiana's coach, Rick Carlisle, spoke in a press statement about Tyrese's injury and noted,

“What happened with Tyrese, all of our hearts dropped. But he will be back. I don’t have any medical information about what may or may not have happened, but he’ll be back in time, and I believe he’ll make a full recovery.”

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According to news outlets, the injury can reportedly impact Tyrese Haliburton's ability to play for the entire season. While it is unclear when Tyrese will make a comeback, he has assured his fans that he will get "through this."

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