Who is Jade Jones? All about Tyrese Haliburton’s girlfriend spotted cheering Pacers star

Jade Jones has been expressing her unwavering support and love to her boyfriend, Tyrese Haliburton, 25, throughout the 2025 NBA Playoffs. From cheering for him during the games to showing her appreciation on social media, her affection for the Pacers star keeps shining.

Haliburton and Jones were college sweethearts. They met while attending Iowa State University and have been together ever since.

During their college days, he played basketball for the Cyclones, and his partner was a cheerleader.

Jade Jones and Tyrese Haliburton have been in a relationship for over six years. The duo often shares glimpses of their lives on social media, but prefers staying away from the limelight and maintains a low-key private life.

Everything we know about Tyrese Haliburton’s girlfriend, Jade Jones

A look at her childhood

Born in January 1998, Jones grew up in Iowa, People reported. She attended Iowa State University and Davenport West High School, and was a cheerleader in both.

After cheerleading for the Cyclones and concluding her career in 2020, Jade penned a heartwarming note dedicated to her journey. She recalled the past few years, penning on Instagram,

"As I sit here and reflect over the last four years, I truly couldn’t imagine my life without this sport. Cheerleading has carried me on a journey that I will never forget."

Jade Jones acknowledged everyone who influenced her to become her best version, sharing,

"Putting in hours on hours every week has truly been an emotional outlet for me throughout college to just let loose and be with the people who bring out the best version of myself. I have met my best friends, gained new skills I never imagined myself doing, and been taught so much more about myself not only as an athlete but as a person."

Accepting that she won't be "able to walk out on the mat one last time," she called it a "heartbreaking feeling." Remembering the good days, she further added,

"I never thought I would end my senior season this way. Overall, I thank God for blessing me with this program and I have realized to stop taking things for granted. These relationships and memories are something I will cherish for the rest of my life. Iowa State Cheerleading will forever hold a spot in my heart. To the future of this program and my cheer family, I know y’all got me."

In a heartfelt Instagram post from 2018, Jade Jones reflected on her experience of working as an elementary school teacher, describing it as,

"To my first graders, thank you for showing me the reason why I am pursuing my dream of teaching. I have absolutely loved every minute of learning all about you & your education. You guys make my job too easy by being such amazing students. I truly couldn’t have asked for a better class, better staff, or a better school. Walcott Elementary you rock!!! The adventure has just begun & I cannot wait to do this for the rest of my life!"

Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' relationship explored

Jade and Tyrese began dating in April 2019, and have often been spotted together in public ever since. The pair is incredibly supportive of each other, and Jones frequently goes the extra mile to accompany her boyfriend and root for him during the Pacers' games.

Last year, jade Jones was with Haliburton at the Paris Olympics when he won a gold medal representing the Unites States. Jones has also been by Haliburton’s side for his NBA career since draft night.

Interestingly, he is the first-ever former Iowa State men's basketball player to clinch a gold medal in the Olympics. According to Iowa State University Athletics, he appeared in three games, averaging 2.7 points per game. Representing his national team, the USA, he contributed to the final match's 98–87 victory against France.

Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones celebrated six years of courtship in April this year. The former cheerleader dedicated a loving post to her boyfriend on their special day and poured her heart out in the caption.

Calling the NBA star her "best friend forever & ever," she expressed:

"6 whole years of loving you 🩷 Every single day you continue to amaze me!! You make this world shine so incredibly bright and I’m so lucky to spend life by your side. You are so special to me, our love is one in a million."

In April 2025, Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones spoke with WAG Talk. During the conversation, they reflected on their reactions to fake news and headlines that often make the rounds on the internet, Heavy reported.

Haliburton disclosed that his girlfriend gets more affected by such reports and that she is more vulnerable to being misled during these circumstances.

The couple are paw-parents as they share a mini goldendoodle. They welcomed it in January 2021 and named their pet Ames.

Jade introduced Ames to the world on Instagram. She wrote,

"Meet our sweet wittle Ames ❤️💛"

Haliburton shared a glimpse of the pet on Instagram with the caption,

"Introducing my son, Ames💛"

Jones and Haliburton thought of getting a dog during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tyrese shared with FanDuel Sports Network Indiana in March 2023.