The Indiana Pacers are flying high right now. They might even call it home! The team is on a serious roll, with three wins in their last four games. But the real thrill? Sunday night’s showdown at Gainbridge Fieldhouse against the New York Knicks. It was an unforgettable game! Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin led the charge, outshining Jalen Brunson and the Knicks. And Tyrese’s girlfriend, Jade Jones, is still basking in the glory. Who could blame her? Tyrese’s 35-point spectacle sealed a huge home win, and she’s all smiles
Although Jade might have taken a little cheeky stance at teasing the Knickerbockers for their loss, she posted a clip on her IG Story where you’d see the dancers performing their routine. Behind them, the organizers raised a banner that read “BEAT THE KNICKS” to the rafters. Tyrese Haliburton’s girlfriend added her 3-word caption right beside the banner; she wrote, “That we did.“ Now, that’s not just support and celebration for the Indiana Pacers but a direct jab at the Knicks.
Tyrese, ‘The Timekeeper’ Haliburton, was in beast mode against the Knicks. The 24-year-old point guard proved why he’s the main man of the Pacers all over again. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that Ms. Jones was one happy lady love for the day and chose to be a little ‘sly’ with the ops. As you can guess, the New York Knicks‘ defense stood defenseless, and the offense wasn’t effective enough to get past the Railroad City boys. And all thanks to Haliburton, Mathurin, and Turner, Indianapolis didn’t run out of entertainment.
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Tyrese Haliburton takes his sweet revenge on Jalen Brunson & Co.
So, in June earlier this year, Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson found themselves in the WWE rings. It looked like the unfinished business of the 2024 Eastern Conference semis needed another showdown. The Pacers took a big blow by losing the conference semifinals despite their incredible 2023/24 season and Haliburton’s impressive run. But that’s all about the last season we’re talking about. This season, a new version of Indiana and its players was out and about, and well, it’s not a stretch to say they’ve taken their sweet revenge.
Tyrese Haliburton scored a 35-point double-double, securing 14 assists and two rebounds for the team. Meanwhile, Bennedict Mathurin’s absolutely breathtaking 38 points and a stunning 25-footer stole the show. Both the point guard and the small forward instilled fear in the hearts of the Knicks in a way that said: “We’re snatching this win from you.” And, well, the Indiana Pacers played one hell of a game.
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The Pacers boys have proved they’re not here to play but to win. With Tyrese Haliburton leading the charge and Mathurin swaying the game in his way, the team showed grit, style, and swagger, making this victory over the Knicks one to remember. Moreover, Jade’s playful jab only added to the moment, sealing it as more than a win. The Pacers made a statement about this game, and they are just getting started.
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Did Tyrese Haliburton just prove he's the Knicks' kryptonite, or was it a one-time show?