'A f***** superstar' – Dwyane Wade is determined to get Tyrese Haliburton's signed jersey as Indiana Pacers guard secured a huge Game 1 victory
Dwyane Wade and Tyrese Haliburton. Image via: Getty Images | Dylan Buell/ Getty Images
NBA legend Dwyane Wade's reaction to Tyrese Haliburton's game-winning shot turned heads as the stunning 2-pointer propelled Wade out of his chair with excitement. Also, for fans in the arena, the high-octane game was worth every penny of their tickets.
Following the game, Wade shot a video (after his reaction video) to reveal that he is getting a signed jersey of Haliburton, solely for his performance throughout the playoffs and the finals.
Dwyane Wade is dead set on getting a Tyrese Haliburton signed jersey
Tyrese Haliburton and Scott Van Pelt turn on bromance mode after Indiana Pacers' signature comeback in NBA Finals Game 1 (Image Credit: Getty Images)
It just took the playoffs and Game 1 of the NBA finals for Dwyane Wade to become a die-hard fan of Tyrese Haliburton. Certainly, it's not surprising considering how Haliburton is leading the team, giving surprising wins despite not winning the Eastern Conference MVP, which went to his teammate, Pascal Siakam.
After his reaction video of Haliburton's game winner, Wade revealed that he is planning on getting a signed jersey from the Indiana Pacers superstar. Wade also showered praise on the standout guard. 'Haliburton is a f***** superstar,' Wade said.
'I just witnessed one of the greatest games in my, first of all, it was one of the greatest games that I've watched as a fan, OKC/Pacers.'
'Haliburton is a f***** superstar,' he asserted again, adding, 'It ain't no question no more.
I don't think you understand when you're outta rhythm and your struggling, you ain't having a game, you ain't getting a rhythm, you ain't getting your bunnies, you ain't getting your free throws, you ain't got no rhythm to take that shot.'
'And to make that shot, he's a cold m****f****. Allen Iverson will call him and probably say 'you're a cold m****f*****.''
Wade added, 'Everybody who's played basketball, if you ever picked up a basketball, you always dreamed of hitting a game winner in the biggest game of your life.
He just hit a game winner in the finals. Y'all better stop playing with Haliburton. I'm going to get a jersey. I need it signed. This guy has something; his clutch gene is what we all want in life.'
The Indiana Pacers pulled off a dramatic win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, edging past the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-110. Down almost the entire game, Indiana didn't lead until the final 0.3 seconds. That's when Tyrese Haliburton nailed a clutch pull-up jumper to seal the game.
It was a thrilling finish, especially after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander missed a chance to close it out at the other end.
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Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 38 points but couldn't get the final stop. Jalen Williams struggled from the field, shooting just 6-for-19 for 17 points. Lu Dort brought energy on both ends, adding 15 points with four steals and two blocks. The Pacers didn't rely on one stars; all five starters scored in double digits. Pascal Siakam led with 19 points, while Haliburton added 14, including the game-winner, plus 10 rebounds and six assists.
Now, all eyes are on Game 2 that tips off Sunday, June 8, at 8 p.m. ET.
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