[Saba Sports News] Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers’ star, is actively working to attract other NBA stars to join him, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on “NBA Countdown”. Haliburton, eager to transform the Pacers’ free agency appeal, is using this season to showcase Indiana as an attractive destination.
Wojnarowski noted that the Pacers have shown interest in Toronto’s Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby via trade. Haliburton, a rising talent in the league, leads with 11.9 assists per game and contributes 26.9 points, shooting a remarkable 44.7 percent from three-point range. Under his leadership, the Pacers, who haven’t seen playoff action since the bubble season, have earned a surprising spot in the semi-finals of the NBA’s In-Season Tournament.
With Haliburton’s recent five-year, $260 million max extension, the Pacers are looking to build a competitive team, despite their modest market and payroll challenges. Haliburton’s dynamic play is hoped to be a key draw for potential recruits.