Pacers Notes: Forward Could Retire, Blockbuster Trade Urged, Unfortunate Tyrese Haliburton Update

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A fan favorite Indiana Pacers forward has been dealing with circulating retirement rumors, but finally broke his silence. While recently making an appearance at Tyrese Haliburton's basketball camp, the veteran was asked about what his future holds.
In other news, a blockbuster trade was urged to land a young star to the team. The big man would have to require the Pacers to go all in, but the upside alone could be worth the risk during a year where the team is searching for a solid identity.
Finally, there is some grim news from Haliburton regarding his return timeline. After a brutal Achilles tear in Game 7 of the Finals, the superstar point guard revealed when he believes he will next play professional basketball.
Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Pacers news (click the headline for the full article):
Pacers Fan Favorite Breaks Silence Amid Retirement Rumors, Uncertain Future
Pacers Urged to Go All In, Land $160 Million Star, Young Big Man in Trade
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Offers Grim Timeline for Return
Pacers Rising Star Receives Massive Prediction for 2025-26 Season
Pacers Urged to Stay Away From Top Remaining Free Agent
Pacers Tweets of the Day:
our fans showed out at T.J. McConnell Night at the @indyindians game yesterday ⚾️️
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) August 28, 2025
"There's no better feeling than playing for Indiana, for the Pacers." pic.twitter.com/0CfSbICSNV
4 series. 4 clutch moments.
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) August 28, 2025
Tyrese Haliburton kept us on the edge of our seats all playoffs long 😅 pic.twitter.com/a8IA0Bi2fw
members of the squad showed up to T.J. McConnell Night at the @IndyIndians game yesterday to support him throwing out the first pitch 🫶 pic.twitter.com/Tk2OpTb2ge
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) August 28, 2025
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