Archive · 24 May 2025
Shaq Apologizes to Tyrese Haliburton After Pacers Win
Shaquille O'Neal, a famous basketball commentator, apologized to Tyrese Haliburton after the Pacers won a game.
Before the game, Shaq thought Haliburton wasn't serious enough.
He thought Haliburton was laughing and giggling too much.
However, after the Pacers' victory, Shaq admitted he was wrong and said Haliburton and the Pacers showed they were serious.
Haliburton scored points to help the Pacers win.
Now, they're leading the series and are close to the finals.
Shaquille O'Neal apologized to Tyrese Haliburton after Game 2.
O'Neal criticized Haliburton's pregame demeanor, calling out his 'laughing and giggling.'
Haliburton scored 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds in Game 2.
The Pacers defeated the Knicks 114-109 in Game 2.
The Pacers now lead the series 2-0.
- Who
- Shaquille O'Neal, Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks, Reggie Miller, and Pascal Siakam.
- What
- Shaquille O'Neal apologized to Tyrese Haliburton after the Pacers won Game 2 against the Knicks.
- When
- Game 2 was on Friday night. Game 3 is on Sunday.
- Where
- Madison Square Garden (Game 2 location), Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Game 3 location).
- Why
- Shaquille O'Neal apologized to Tyrese Haliburton for criticizing his demeanor before the game.
- Player
- Tyrese Haliburton
- Team
- Indiana Pacers
- Opponent
- New York Knicks
- Game 2 Result
- Pacers won 114-109
- Series Score
- Pacers lead 2-0
- Game 3 Location
- Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- Shaquille O'Neal's Role
- NBA on TNT Analyst
Sources
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Shaquille O’Neal apologizes to Tyrese Haliburton after criticizing him for ‘too much giggling’
