NBA fans couldn’t believe how Tyrese Haliburton brought back the Pacers from the dead to win Game 1.
Tyrese Haliburton just put on a masterclass to help the Indiana Pacers win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The New York Knicks blew a 14-point lead, as Haliburton sent the game to overtime.
It was a phenomenal showing from Haliburton, who sank a clutch shot to tie the game in the final seconds. And in overtime, he took over to help the Pacers get the win.
Much like their series last year, the Pacers have the Knicks’ number so far. No matter how well the Knicks play, the Pacers just take it away from them.
Fans are starting to notice just how brilliant Haliburton is after his shot, acknowledging the clutch plays he’s made.
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Fans took to X to react to Tyrese Haliburton’s brilliant performance. One fan wrote, “The REAL Clutch Player of the Year.”
Another fan said, “If that was a three? Oh my god.”
A fan poked fun at Haliburton’s recent dishonorable poll win, writing, “Overrated where?”
He found another fan agreeing with him, who said, “I was told Tyrese Haliburton was the most overrated player in the NBA.”
While another fan couldn’t help but applaud him, claiming, “My goodness, this is cold, Tyrese.”
A Knicks hater simply said, “I loved hearing the life get sucked out of Madison Square Garden.”
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Tyrese Haliburton seems to have made it his mission to prove his critics wrong during these playoffs. His performances against the Cavaliers showed his mental fortitude.
Haliburton took digs at the Cavaliers fans who booed him after making some big shots. He is a player who thrives when people disrespect him.
Stephen A. Smith suggested Haliburton wasn’t a superstar recently. Given Smith’s ardent fandom, he must be regretting those words.
If Haliburton continues this level of performance, the Pacers will be a threat to any team in the playoffs ahead.
