Even when Tyrese Haliburton returns from his injury, it is likely going to be a while before he resembles his old self. Furthermore, until then, he will most likely be the Indiana Pacers' No. 2 behind Pascal Siakam, whose role with the team just became even more important.
After suffering a devastating Achilles injury during the Pacers' Game 7 NBA Finals loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the two-time All-Star will miss the entirety of next season. Despite being one win away from winning their first-ever NBA Championship in June, the Paces' outlook for next season looks incredibly bleak as they are now in for what many are calling a "gap year.