Tyrese Haliburton reveals the ‘minor leg injury’ that kept him off the court during the Olympics

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton was dealing with a minor leg injury during the Olympics, according to a Tweet by Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) citing ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. The injury, which was not publicly disclosed by Team USA, limited Haliburton’s playing time and impacted his role on the team.

The tweet reads,

@WindhorstESPN”

“Tyrese Haliburton was slowed in the Olympics by a minor leg injury — Team USA didn’t announce it, but he had an MRI, sources said — and was caught in a numbers game, but he still has a future with the program.”

Tyrese Haliburton’s Injury and Its Impact

According to the tweet, Haliburton’s leg injury was discovered through an MRI, which Team USA chose not to disclose during the Olympics. This decision left many fans and analysts puzzled about his limited presence on the court. Haliburton played in only three out of the six games, contributing a total of eight points and two assists in just over 26 minutes.

The Numbers Game

Despite his injury, Haliburton’s limited playing time was also a result of the highly competitive nature of Team USA’s roster. The team was filled with star players, making it challenging for everyone to get significant minutes on the floor. Windhorst noted that Haliburton was “caught in a numbers game,” but emphasized that he still has a promising future with the program.

Tyrese Haliburton’s Response

Haliburton, known for his positive attitude, did not let the situation dampen his Olympic experience. After Team USA secured the gold medal by defeating France 98-87, Haliburton humorously acknowledged his limited role on social media. He tweeted, “When you ain’t do nun on the group project and still get an A”. This lighthearted post resonated with fans and showcased his team spirit.

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