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Haliburton returns from Achilles tear to lead Pacers win
Tyrese Haliburton returned from a torn Achilles tendon to lead Indiana past New Orleans 123-120 in his first game in 16 months. He scored 23 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter, and added 12 assists in 33 minutes. The return is significant for a Pacers team that collapsed to 19-63 without him last season.
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What matters
- Haliburton scored 23 points and had 12 assists.
- Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 30 points.
Context & caveats
- Haliburton acknowledged that his conditioning still needs work after the long absence.
Why this made the edition
A major current NBA injury-return story is supported by a completed regular-season result and detailed evidence of Haliburton’s first game after a 16-month Achilles absence.
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