Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton was absent from the court for the third consecutive game on Monday night due to a left hip flexor strain. The two-time All-Star sat out the matchup against the Chicago Bulls, following his absence in back-to-back games against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday and Saturday. Haliburton has not played since his impressive performance last Tuesday night, where he scored 28 points and provided 15 assists in the Pacers' 115-102 victory over the Houston Rockets.
Prior to these recent games, Haliburton had missed only one of Indiana's first 60 games this season. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle mentioned that Haliburton was day-to-day last week but noted before the Chicago game that the fifth-year pro was not yet ready to return to play, though he was getting closer. This injury has interrupted an otherwise stellar post-All-Star break performance for Haliburton, in which he averaged 23.9 points and 12 assists per game over seven games.
In his 59 appearances this season, Haliburton has been a crucial asset for the Pacers, averaging 18.5 points and 8.9 assists per game. His absence has left a noticeable gap in the team's lineup, as they continue to navigate the challenges of the remaining season without their star player.
The Pacers have been closely monitoring Haliburton's recovery process. The team remains hopeful for his return as they push towards the latter part of the season. Despite this setback, Haliburton's season statistics reflect his significant contribution to the team and highlight his importance as a playmaker.
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