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Tyrese Haliburton Out 2-3 Weeks with Shingles

2/23/2026

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Summary

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Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles, according to coach Rick Carlisle.
Haliburton will be away from the Indiana Pacers for 2-3 weeks.
Haliburton is already sidelined for the season with a torn Achilles tendon from last year's NBA Finals.
Despite his injuries, Haliburton has been present on the Pacers' bench during games.
The Pacers hold a 15-42 record, the worst in the Eastern Conference.

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Historical Context

Injuries have historically impacted NBA teams, shaping strategies and playoff outcomes. In 2022, Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers suffered a torn Achilles tendon, contributing to the team's poor 15-42 record. This mirrors past instances, such as Kendrick Perkins' injury during the 2010 NBA Finals, which altered the Boston Celtics' defensive capabilities and ultimately affected their championship aspirations.

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Story summary

Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles, according to coach Rick Carlisle.
Haliburton will be away from the Indiana Pacers for 2-3 weeks.
Haliburton is already sidelined for the season with a torn Achilles tendon from last year's NBA Finals.
Despite his injuries, Haliburton has been present on the Pacers' bench during games.
The Pacers hold a 15-42 record, the worst in the Eastern Conference.

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