History of Tyrese Haliburton in Timeline
Tyrese Haliburton is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Pacers. He was drafted 12th overall in 2020 by the Sacramento Kings after playing college basketball at Iowa State. In 2022, he was traded to the Pacers in exchange for Domantas Sabonis. Known for his skills as a point guard, Haliburton has earned consecutive selections to the NBA Eastern Conference All-Star team, first as a reserve in 2023 and then as a starter in 2024.
1974: Eric Heft sets the assist record for Iowa State
In 1974, Eric Heft set the single-game assist record for Iowa State.
1977: NBA Begins Tracking Turnovers
In 1977, the NBA started officially recording turnovers as a statistic, marking a significant development in basketball analytics. This change allowed for a more comprehensive evaluation of players' ball-handling skills and decision-making on the court.
1977: NBA Begins Tracking Turnovers
In 1977, the NBA started officially recording turnovers as a statistic, marking a significant development in basketball analytics. This change allowed for a more comprehensive evaluation of players' ball-handling skills and decision-making on the court.
March 1989: Michael Jordan Achieves Scoring and Assists Milestone
In March 1989, Michael Jordan, playing for the Chicago Bulls, accomplished a statistical milestone by averaging at least 25 points and 10 assists per game while shooting 50% from the floor and 40% from three-point range in a single month.
February 29, 2000: Tyrese Haliburton is born
On February 29, 2000, Tyrese Haliburton was born.
2016: Chris Paul Achieves 20-20 Game Without a Turnover
In 2016, Chris Paul achieved a rare statistical feat by recording a game with at least 20 points and 20 assists without committing a single turnover. This accomplishment highlighted Paul's exceptional ball-handling skills and court vision.
2016: Monté Morris Gets a Triple-Double
Monté Morris got a triple-double in 2016, the last Iowa State player to do so before Tyrese Haliburton.
February 2017: Lebron James Achieves Scoring and Assists Milestone
In February 2017, Lebron James, as a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers, achieved a statistical feat by averaging at least 25 points and 10 assists per game while shooting 50% from the floor and 40% from three-point range in a single month.
September 18, 2017: Tyrese Haliburton commits to Iowa State
Tyrese Haliburton committed to playing college basketball for Iowa State on September 18, 2017.
February 18, 2018: Tyrese Haliburton scores a career-high 42 points
On February 18, 2018, Tyrese Haliburton scored a career-high 42 points in a win over Kaukauna High School and West Virginia recruit Jordan McCabe.
November 6, 2018: Tyrese Haliburton Makes his College Debut
Tyrese Haliburton made his college debut for Iowa State, posting 12 points, four rebounds, and four assists in a win on November 6, 2018.
June 30, 2019: Haliburton Shines in FIBA U19 World Cup
On June 30, 2019, during the FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, Tyrese Haliburton showcased his talent by scoring a team-high 21 points, shooting an impressive 8-of-9 from the field, in a 102-84 group stage win over Lithuania. Haliburton's performance was instrumental in the United States' success in the tournament.
November 11, 2019: Tyrese Haliburton Named Big 12 Player of the Week
On November 11, 2019, Tyrese Haliburton was named Big 12 Player of the Week.
2019: Tyrese Haliburton wins gold at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup
Tyrese Haliburton led the United States to a gold medal and earned all-tournament team honors at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Heraklion, Greece in 2019.
January 4, 2020: Tyrese Haliburton Gets First Triple-Double
Tyrese Haliburton recorded a triple-double, the first by an Iowa State player since Monté Morris in 2016, on January 4, 2020.
November 27, 2020: Tyrese Haliburton Officially Signs with the Kings
On November 27, 2020, the Sacramento Kings officially announced they had signed Tyrese Haliburton.
December 23, 2020: Tyrese Haliburton Makes his NBA Debut
Tyrese Haliburton made his NBA debut on December 23, 2020, coming off the bench in a win.
2020: T.J. McConnell records the most recent Pacers assist record
In the 2020-21 season, T.J. McConnell set the most recent Pacers single-game assist record before Tyrese Haliburton.
2020: United States Wins Olympic Gold in Men's Basketball
In 2020, the United States Men's Basketball Team continued their dominance on the international stage by winning the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. This victory marked their 16th Olympic gold medal in men's basketball, solidifying their status as a global basketball powerhouse.
2020: Tyrese Haliburton is drafted by the Sacramento Kings
In 2020, Tyrese Haliburton was selected 12th overall by the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Draft.
2020: Tyrese Haliburton is named to the All-Rookie First Team
After the conclusion of the 2020-21 season, Tyrese Haliburton finished third in Rookie of the Year voting and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
2020: United States wins gold at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
The United States were crowned champions for the 16th time at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
April 14, 2021: Tyrese Haliburton sets a career-high in steals
Tyrese Haliburton recorded a career-high six steals in a loss to the Washington Wizards on April 14, 2021.
May 2, 2021: Tyrese Haliburton suffers a knee injury
Tyrese Haliburton suffered a left knee injury against the Dallas Mavericks on May 2, 2021, and missed the rest of the season.
2021: Haliburton Selected for USA Men's Select Team
In 2021, Tyrese Haliburton was chosen to be a part of the USA Men's Select Team, a group of young NBA players who work closely with the US Olympic Men's Basketball Team during their training camp. This selection provided Haliburton with valuable experience and exposure to the highest level of international competition.
2021: Tyrese Haliburton is named to the 2021 USA Men's Select Team
In 2021, Tyrese Haliburton was named to the 2021 USA Men's Select Team and worked directly with the US Olympic Men's Basketball Team during training camp in Las Vegas, Nevada.
January 29, 2022: Tyrese Haliburton Scores a Career-High 38 Points
Tyrese Haliburton scored a then career-high 38 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on January 29, 2022.
February 8, 2022: Tyrese Haliburton is traded to the Indiana Pacers
Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield, and Tristan Thompson were traded to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Domantas Sabonis, Justin Holiday, Jeremy Lamb, and a 2023 second-round pick on February 8, 2022.
October 19, 2022: Tyrese Haliburton scores 26 points in the season opener
Tyrese Haliburton scored 26 points and had seven assists in a season-opening loss to the Washington Wizards on October 19, 2022.
2022: Tyrese Haliburton participates in the Rising Stars Challenge and wins the Clorox Clutch Challenge
Tyrese Haliburton participated in the NBA's 2022 Rising Stars Challenge and, alongside Desmond Bane, won the 2022 Clorox Clutch Challenge.
2022: Tyrese Haliburton is traded to the Indiana Pacers
In 2022, Tyrese Haliburton was traded to the Indiana Pacers in a package for Domantas Sabonis.
January 12, 2023: Haliburton Misses Two Weeks with Injuries
On January 12, 2023, Tyrese Haliburton was sidelined for two weeks due to elbow and knee injuries. The Pacers struggled in his absence, going 1-9 without their star guard.
July 1, 2023: Haliburton Signs Max Contract Extension, Joins USA World Cup Team
On July 1, 2023, Tyrese Haliburton secured a significant milestone in his career by signing a max contract extension with the Indiana Pacers. The deal, worth up to $260 million over five years, solidified his future with the team. The same day, Haliburton was also announced as a member of the United States Men's National Team for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, showcasing his talent on the international stage.
August 28, 2023: USA vs Greece - FIBA Basketball World Cup
On August 28, 2023, Tyrese Haliburton recorded 9 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, a steal, and a team-high 3 blocks, contributing to the United States' 109-81 win over Greece in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
September 1, 2023: USA vs Montenegro - FIBA Basketball World Cup
On September 1, 2023, Tyrese Haliburton led the team with 6 assists, in addition to scoring 10 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, and recording 2 steals, aiding the United States in their 85-73 victory over Montenegro in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
September 5, 2023: USA vs Italy - FIBA Basketball World Cup
On September 5, 2023, Tyrese Haliburton achieved a personal career-high by scoring 18 points and led the team with 5 assists. He also had 4 rebounds and 3 steals, hitting 6 out of 8 three-point attempts, as the United States won 100-63 against Italy in the quarterfinals of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Haliburton became the third player in history to make 6+ three-pointers in a quarterfinal game at the World Cup.
2023: Pacers receive a 2023 second-round pick
As part of the trade for Domantas Sabonis, the Indiana Pacers received a second-round pick in the 2023 draft.
2023: Haliburton Joins Elite Company with Scoring and Assists Milestone
In 2023, Tyrese Haliburton achieved a remarkable statistical feat by joining Lebron James and Michael Jordan as the only players in league history to average at least 25 points and 10 assists per game while shooting 50% from the floor and 40% from three-point range in a single month. This accomplishment solidifies Haliburton's status as one of the league's most versatile and efficient guards.
2023: Tyrese Haliburton is selected as an Eastern Conference All-Star
In 2023, Tyrese Haliburton was selected as a reserve for the Eastern Conference All-Star team.
January 25, 2024: Haliburton Named Eastern Conference All-Star Starter
On January 25, 2024, Tyrese Haliburton earned a significant honor by being named an Eastern Conference starter for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, which was held in Indianapolis. This marked his second consecutive All-Star selection and his first time being selected as a starter, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier guards.
April 26, 2024: Haliburton Leads Pacers to Playoff Win with Triple-Double
On April 26, 2024, Tyrese Haliburton delivered a standout performance in Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs against the Milwaukee Bucks. Haliburton recorded a triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 16 assists, including a game-winning and-1 play, leading the Pacers to a 121-118 overtime victory.
2024: Tyrese Haliburton is selected as a starting Eastern Conference All-Star
In 2024, Tyrese Haliburton was selected as a starter for the Eastern Conference All-Star team.