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John Haliburton Returns to Pacers Games: Emotional Dad Allowed for Game 4 vs. Knicks

2025-05-26

Author: Jia

A Heartwarming Return!

In a surprising twist of events, John Haliburton, father of Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, is set to make his emotional return to the stands for Game 4 against the New York Knicks after being sidelined due to a previous incident.

The Incident That Grounded Him

Previously, John was asked to stay away from Pacers games following a heated confrontation with NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. This fallout stemmed from an explosive moment where Tyrese hit a buzzer-beater to send the Bucks packing in Game 5 of the first round.

Shams Charania Breaks the News

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, John Haliburton will be permitted to attend Pacers' home games starting Tuesday, marking a triumphant return after being absent for eight critical matchups. However, he will still miss road games.

A Father's Pride Turns to Apology

In the aftermath of the court incident, Tyrese expressed his disapproval, emphasizing the importance of keeping emotions in check during games. "I think basketball is basketball; let’s keep it on the court. My pops was not in the right there," Tyrese stated.

John Haliburton's Heartfelt Admission

In a candid reflection, John expressed remorse for stepping onto the court but proudly conveyed his feelings. "Am I sorry for being proud of my son? No. I was wrong for going on the court. Do I apologize? Yes, I do," he said, capturing the essence of a father's love.

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