Why isn’t Tyrese Haliburton playing against the Celtics in game 3 today?

The latest reports suggest Indiana Pacers’ player Tyrese Haliburton will not make it back in time to face the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals (Saturday May 25, 8.30 p.m. ET / 5.30 p.m. PT).

The 24-year-old left Game 2 early with leg soreness and now it seems that the point guard has not passed a fitness test ahead of Game 3. The Celtics currently lead the series 0-2.

What injury does Tyrese Haliburton have?

According to The Athletic, Haliburton is also a doubt for Game 4 of the series, something which comes as a huge blow for the Pacers who were relying on a smooth recovery for their star player. The report says that doctors have made the call regarding his particpation in Game 3 after he underwent an MRI on Saturday that showed a strain in his hamstring has not healed as well hoped.

Haliburton left the court in Game 2 with 10 points and eight assists with just 28 minutes under his belt, reaffirming his quality and the threat that he brings to the side. He has averaged 18.7 points and 8.2 assists in the playoffs.

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What time does Celtics vs Pacers start?

The game between the Pacers and the Celtics will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, May 25, with tip-off at 8.30 p.m. ET / 5.30 p.m. PT.

How can I watch Celtics vs Pacers?

ABC will be the broadcaster for the game in the United States. Remember, you can watch the game on FuboTV (free trial available).

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The first game between the Celtics and the Pacers, played at TD Garden, was a tight affair, with the home side being pushed all the way yet eventually winning 133-128. In the second game, the top seed showed their class and won comfortably, coming out victorious with a 126-110 scoreline after four quarters.