Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Sidelined With Shingles

All-NBA point guard expected to miss 2-3 weeks as he recovers from viral infection.

Feb. 22, 2026 at 9:57pm

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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles and will miss 2-3 weeks as he recovers from the viral infection. Haliburton, who is already rehabbing from an Achilles injury that sidelined him for the entire previous season, was surprisingly absent from the team's recent games before the diagnosis was revealed.

Why it matters

Haliburton is a key player for the Pacers and his absence will be a significant blow as the team fights for playoff positioning. The 26-year-old point guard has been a leader both on and off the court, and his positive attitude has helped him through previous injury setbacks.

The details

Haliburton was diagnosed with shingles, a viral infection caused by the same virus that leads to chickenpox. While shingles is generally not life-threatening, it can be extremely painful and is most common in adults over 50, making Haliburton's case somewhat unusual. Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Haliburton is expected to make a full recovery.

  • Haliburton suffered an Achilles injury in the NBA Finals last season, sidelining him for the entire 2025-26 campaign.
  • Haliburton was recently diagnosed with shingles and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks.

The players

Tyrese Haliburton

Indiana Pacers All-NBA point guard who is currently rehabbing from an Achilles injury and has now been diagnosed with shingles.

Rick Carlisle

Head coach of the Indiana Pacers, who provided the update on Haliburton's shingles diagnosis.

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What they’re saying

“Tyrese Haliburton is away from the team right now and might be away for two to three weeks. He was diagnosed with shingles and will make a full recovery, per Rick Carlisle.”

— Alex Golden, Reporter (Twitter)

What’s next

The Pacers will have to find a way to fill the void left by Haliburton's absence as he recovers from shingles. The team's playoff hopes could hinge on how quickly he is able to return to the lineup.

The takeaway

Haliburton's positive attitude and leadership have been crucial for the Pacers, and the team will need to rally around him as he battles through yet another setback. This latest challenge underscores the resilience of the young star as he continues his journey back to full health.