Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Secures All-NBA Honor, Advancing Financial Tickings with the Team
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton has once again earned a spot among the NBA's elite. The NBA announced the All-NBA teams for the 2024-25 season on Friday night, with Haliburton named to the third team for the second consecutive year.
Haliburton's journey to securing this honor was not without challenges. Initially, he had a rocky start to the season, struggling both on a personal and team level. However, he managed to regain his form by December and was once again one of the league's top guards. His resurgence propelled the Pacers to a successful run, with the team finishing the season with a 40-17 record after the NBA Cup in early December.
During this stretch, Haliburton averaged 19.2 points and 9.6 assists per game, displaying exceptional form. His impressive play earned praise from fellow players, with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James describing him as someone who "thrives in this system."
This marks Haliburton's second All-NBA selection, making him one of only a few Pacers players to achieve this feat more than once. He joins an elite group that includes Reggie Miller, Jermaine O'Neal, and Paul George.
Haliburton's All-NBA nod could potentially have financial implications for the future. If he meets certain criteria and remains with the Pacers, he may become eligible for a Designated Player Veteran Extension (DVPE), often referred to as a supermax contract. The criteria for this extension include All-NBA selections, becoming the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year, or earning the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
Haliburton finished the 2024-25 season averaging 18.6 points and 9.2 assists per game, placing him alongside Trae Young and Nikola Jokic as the only players to reach both of these thresholds. The Pacers are currently competing in the Eastern Conference Finals, and Haliburton's continued success could lead to further opportunities for long-term financial gain.
"He makes a big difference for us, obviously," said Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle in March. "His skill level and passing add a big component to our team."
Joining Haliburton on the third team is Cade Cunningham, Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Williams, and James Harden. Pacers forward Pascal Siakam, who was an All-Star this season, received a quartet of All-NBA votes for third-team consideration.
As Haliburton continues to excel and meet potential criterion for the DVPE, both he and the Pacers will be eagerly anticipating the opportunities that may arise from his continued All-NBA success.
Sports analysts are praising Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton's impressive play in basketball, as he once again earns a spot on the NBA's elite with his Third Team All-NBA selection for the 2024-25 season. His averages of 19.2 points and 9.6 assists per game put him alongside Trae Young and Nikola Jokic, with potential financial benefits stemming from the Designated Player Veteran Extension (DVPE) criteria he may meet if he remains with the Pacers.
