Did Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers secure the Eastern Conference Finals MVP trophy on Tuesday night?
It sure seems that way following his explosive game.
Haliburton was electric, unstoppable, and downright historic during his team’s Game 4 victory over the New York Knicks.
According to the Pacers, Haliburton is now the first player in NBA history to drop 30 points, 15 assists, and 10 rebounds with zero turnovers in a playoff game.
Tyrese Haliburton is the first player in NBA history to drop 30/15/10 with 0 turnovers in a playoff game.
THE DIFFERENCE. pic.twitter.com/lqRJu2c9iO
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) May 28, 2025
It’s important to note that Haliburton also had four steals during his team’s 130-121 win over the Knicks.
There were some complaints about Haliburton during the regular season, particularly toward the beginning.
But those criticisms feel like years ago, because he has been nothing but sensational during the postseason.
A lot of people didn’t think the Pacers had what it takes to get through the playoffs.
But they took down the Milwaukee Bucks, pushed through the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers, and are now just a single game away from defeating the Knicks and moving on to the NBA Finals.
None of this would have been possible without Haliburton.
There is a bigger conversation going on right now about Haliburton’s place and status in the league.
Is he a superstar or simply the best player for his team?
That debate will continue, but there is no questioning that Haliburton is pushing his Pacers forward and could be on the verge of playing in his first championship match.
One of the most amazing things about Haliburton is that everyone suspects he can play like this again very soon.
No one would be shocked if he produces a similar statline in Game 5.
And if that happens, it’ll be nearly impossible for the Knicks to get past Indiana.
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