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Tyrese Haliburton: That looked familiar

Tyrese Haliburton: “Who’s got a bigger name? Me or him?”
“Who’s got a bigger name? Me or him?” https://t.co/9FDdmuxpR4 pic.twitter.com/lRNwVHDa9v
— Tyrese Haliburton (@Hali) April 27, 2026

NBA on Prime: Tyrese Haliburton says Jayson Tatum and Victor Wembanyama are the guys he’s most excited to watch this postseason
Hali says Jayson Tatum and Victor Wembanyama are the guys he’s most excited to watch this postseason 💚🤍 pic.twitter.com/glINYd5AWH
— NBA on Prime (@NBAonPrime) April 18, 2026

According to a source, Karnisovas and Eversley’s talent evaluation was questionable right away, going back to the 2020 draft — the duo’s first bite at the apple. Holding No. 4, Karnisovas settled on Patrick Williams. There were multiple scouts and other personnel in the draft room, however, that wanted Tyrese Haliburton. Now, the entire draft process was messed up because of Covid, but Karnisovas specifically was not only fixated on Williams, but didn’t even consider Haliburton a serious prospect. The source indicated that Karnisovas didn’t even feel like Haliburton would be a top four talent on the Bulls roster at the time.
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In an appearance on 'The Pat McAfee Show,' Haliburton revealed he's been dealing with a bout of shingles for about eight weeks - and that the medication he's taken has led to serious hunger pangs. 'I've switched my meds like three times and I've got a Botox injection,' said Haliburton, who added that his face has been impacted the most. 'None of it has helped. And the new meds, a side of effect of the meds is that I'm always hungry and weight gain. So, it's making me gain weight.'

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton opened up about his bout with shingles Monday, saying he has gained weight, lost part of an eyebrow and is still feeling the aftereffects of a two-month battle with the disease in his face. "I couldn't even go in front of a camera if I wanted to early, because my eye was basically closed shut," Haliburton told reporters in Indianapolis a day after the end of the regular season. "It was all over my face."

Haliburton also told "The Pat McAfee Show" on Monday that he received a Botox injection and changed his medication multiple times to help manage the disease, but a side effect of his latest medication has led to weight gain. The 26-year-old star's face appeared puffy and swollen. "I've lost part of my eyebrow; my eye is always swollen from itching it," he said. "I have good days and bad days, but for the most part it's bad days. So, it has not been any fun."

Dustin Dopirak: Was still going through Tyrese Haliburton stuff and he said he will NOT be at the draft lottery (His emphasis) in May because he felt like he wasn't good luck the last time he went in 2023. The Pacers didn't get a top four pick that year in the Wembanyama draft, but got Jarace Walker.

Dustin Dopirak: Tyrese Haliburton said he was on the same track as Tatum and Murray prior to the illness. The intention was for him to start playing 5-on-5 when he got back from the All-Star break, but then he couldn't do anything for a while.
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Dustin Dopirak: Tyrese Haliburton just had his exit interview. Said shingles has been miserable and he’s still dealing with it, not sure how long he’a going to be. Said medication has led to the evident weight gain and the whole thing has led to him being out of shape, but trusts that he still has a long summer to get right and believes he’ll be 100 percent by October. Said he’s not even feeling affected by the leg right now.

Before the season finale, Tyrese Haliburton addressed Pacers fans during Fan Appreciation Night. Dressed in a retro Pacers jacket, Haliburton walked to center court and delivered a message that resonated throughout Gainbridge Fieldhouse: “Thank you guys for a great year. You all have been awesome. I know it’s been a long year, but we appreciate you guys showing up. You guys have been the best fans in the world. And don’t get used to the Pacers not playing in April, May… and June. Go Pacers! Appreciate y’all.” Tyrese Haliburton pregame to fans
