The Indiana Pacers’ heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder became even more devastating when it was confirmed that star guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during the second half of the game. The injury occurred in the third quarter as Haliburton drove toward the basket and collapsed without contact, immediately reaching for his leg in visible pain. He was helped off the court and did not return, leaving fans and teammates stunned. The Pacers ultimately fell short in the decisive game, ending their remarkable playoff run—but the greater loss may be Haliburton’s absence for the foreseeable future. Team officials announced after the game that the All-Star guard will miss the entire 2025–26 season, dealing a massive blow to Indiana’s momentum and roster plans. As Haliburton begins a long road to recovery, questions loom over how the Pacers will regroup in his absence and whether this injury could impact the promising career of one of the NBA’s rising stars.