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Tyrese Haliburton's torn Achilles during the NBA playoffs highlights a concerning trend of Achilles injuries among NBA stars, often linked to prior calf strains, raising questions about player health and injury prevention in the league.
Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton praised the Boston Celtics' defense after his team, which boasts the top offense in the NBA, was held to a season-low 101 points in a 17-point loss. Despite the Pacers' high-scoring reputation, they struggled against the Celtics' defensive prowess, shooting poorly from the field and from the three-point range. Haliburton highlighted the Celtics' defensive capabilities, even though they are officially ranked below the Timberwolves for the top defensive spot in the league. The Celtics' balance on both ends of the court has helped them secure a strong position in the Eastern Conference, and Haliburton is looking forward to a rematch.
NBA writers have reached a consensus on the Eastern Conference starters for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, with Tyrese Haliburton, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Jayson Tatum being clear choices. The second backcourt spot alongside Haliburton is debated, with Trae Young, Jalen Brunson, Donovan Mitchell, and Tyrese Maxey all in contention. Embiid's scoring prowess, Antetokounmpo's double-doubles, and Tatum's leadership on the Celtics solidify their spots, while Haliburton's breakout season earns him a starting nod.
The New York Knicks, recently having traded away players including RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley and awaiting new acquisition OG Anunoby, suffered a 140-126 loss to the Indiana Pacers. The Knicks were undermanned and completed a 0-3 road trip, slipping to the eighth play-in position in the Eastern Conference. Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton had an impressive game with 22 points and a franchise-record 23 assists, while Donte DiVincenzo scored a career-high 38 points for the Knicks. The Pacers capitalized on the Knicks' temporary weakness, with former Knick Obi Toppin contributing off the bench for Indiana.