Tyrese Haliburton is saved from the fine.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton will not be fined for his celebration after the victory in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against Cleveland. The league has issued him a simple warning, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.
I’ve been waiting for that. I was in the moment. I would gladly accept it.
Tyrese Haliburton
Haliburton expected a financial penalty, as celebrations similar to his, which are said to have been popularized by Sam Cassell, have led to fines in the past.
- LeBron James
- Eddie House
- Julius Randle
- Fred VanVleet
These players have been fined for gestures that the league has considered “obscene”.
Haliburton’s three-pointer with 1.1 seconds remaining capped a 20-point comeback for Indiana, securing a 120-119 victory. The Pacers lead the series against the top-seeded Cavaliers 2-0. Games 3 and 4 will be played in Indianapolis on Friday and Sunday.
