Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles tear in the NBA Finals was one of the most disheartening injuries we've seen in the league. For it to happen just a few minutes into a Game 7 right after Haliburton had gotten off to such a fast start -- nine points in the first five minutes -- just added to the already heartbreaking situation.

Tyrese Haliburton delivered several outstanding performances during the 2024-25 NBA season. The team secured a spot in the postseason by finishing fourth in the Eastern Conference standings with a record of 50 wins and 32 losses.

In Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton became the ninth player last season to tear his Achilles, joining fellow stars Damian Lillard and Jayson