NBA stars, sports world react to Tyrese Haliburton's devastating Game 7 injury

Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton had been nursing a calf injury in the past few games of the NBA Finals. Despite being listed as questionable for Games 6 and 7, the Wisconsin native was available each time. There was great risk in allowing Haliburton to play through the injury, but given that the team is within reach of their first-ever NBA Championship, it is no surprise that he wanted to be on the court no matter what. Unfortunately for Haliburton and the Pacers, the worst-case scenario has come to life in Game 7.

In the first quarter of the game, Haliburton suffered a non-contact lower right leg injury and was helped into the locker room. Indiana has already ruled him out for the remainder of the game, and it has since been confirmed that he suffered an Achilles injury, which could also put his status for next season in doubt as well.

Before exiting the game, Haliburton scored nine points on 3-for-5 shooting in just seven minutes. Following his devastating injury, many fans and sports personalities took to social media to send a message and give their support to the 25-year-old.

Social media reacts to Tyrese Haliburton's injury

Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell, who went head-to-head with Haliburton and the Pacers in the second round of the playoffs, shared a message on X, saying he is "Praying for Ty."

Like Mitchell, a pair of Pacers' playoff opponents showcased their support for Haliburton following his injury. New York Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns also took to X to send a message to Haliburton, each saying "Prayers up."

Haliburton's former Sacramento Kings teammate De'Aaron Fox sent a one-word message regarding his reaction to Haliburton's injury: "Omg!"

Additionally, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey simply wrote "Hali😔😔😔😔," following his injury.

Former NBA All-Star and Boston Celtics star Isaiah Thomas also shared his support for Haliburton on X, writing, "Man I feel bad for bro!!"

The official FIBA Basketball X account sent a five-word message to the 2024 Olympic Gold medalist--"Prayers up for Tyrese Haliburton 🙏"

Haliburton's injury shook not just the basketball world, but the sports world as well. This includes NFL star and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who said "No way man…."

Former Indianapolis Colts punter and avid Pacers supporter Pat McAfee sent a message to Haliburton after his injury: "We appreciate the hell out of you man."

Additionally, former NFL quarterback and current analyst Robert Griffin III sent a message to the Pacers guard: "Prayers up for Tyrese Haliburton 🙏🏾"