Is Halliburton Best player NBA?

[BigJay]

Why didn't they just play McConnell more? Dude was tearing them up. Silly

McConnell reminds me of a prime example of an “other” that thrives in his role.

Ask him to do more like start, play 12 more minutes a game, etc., he might not be as effective.

 

[Jrgum3]

Haliburton may not be the best player in the NBA but it's good to see him gutting out his injury and actually looking like he's perfectly fine. Indiana has a chance to pull off the biggest upset since 2004 in the Finals and he's a big reason why.

 

[KingKolzig]

Guy get a leg transplant wtf?

 

[jjgold]

Unreal

 

[stormtrooper8]

He's too inconsistent

And too god awful on defense

 

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[stackingreen]

Siakam is the play for points over (20.5) tonight. I had McConnell points and assists last time. I hope Halliburton plays well tonight too. Good luck to all!

 

[maltedhopsfrenzy]

Now it’s a real discussion

 

[Headsterx]

Haliburton is out for the entire 2025-2026 season. That's why players are afraid of JJ and faders love this clown.

 

[KingKolzig]

Guy was off like a rocket game 7. They were going to win that game for sure. Then yes jj had his say

 

[uis042202]

Tyrese Haliburton has undeniably become one of the league’s top playmakers. His elite court vision, efficiency, and leadership for the Pacers make him one of the most exciting young stars in the NBA. He led the league in assists per game for much of the season and showed he can take over games with both scoring and facilitation.


But when you talk about “best player in the NBA”, you're entering a tier that still includes names like Nikola Jokić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Dončić, and a healthy Joel Embiid. Those guys dominate both ends of the court and consistently perform at MVP levels in the playoffs.


Haliburton is a future MVP candidate for sure — but he’s not at the very top yet. Give it a year or two, especially if he adds more defensive impact and deep playoff success to his résumé.

 

[maltedhopsfrenzy]

In the NBA - you snap your Achilles, you become average at best - just ask “The Human Highlight Film” Dominique Wilkins, or even Kobe…..

 

[BMR Genie]

Haliburton is out for the entire 2025-2026 season. That's why players are afraid of JJ and faders love this clown.

Wow! haha, JJ the jinx master!