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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
There may be a medical reason why Tyrese Haliburton's voice changes
Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton has continued his heroic postseason run, but if you listen to him talk about it, you may notice something. Haliburton, who represented Team USA during the Paris Olympics, occasionally sounds like he has two entirely different voices. Just press play on this clip of Haliburton talking about the improbable comeback that Indiana had against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game of the NBA Finals. Advertisement In the beginning of the interview on national TV, Haliburton is speaking with a slightly deeper voice. Then (ironically) right as he said the words "why would that change" later in the conversation, his voice suddenly had a much higher pitch. More: Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers keep pulling off the impossible It happened during his postgame press conference as well: This is something that some fans noticed when Haliburton appeared on The Young Man and the Three with JJ Redick. Then it happened against before the 2024 NBA All-Star Game hosted in Indiana as well: Haliburton has acknowledged that this is indeed something that happens to him. It is something he has talked about with ESPN's Pat McAfee. Advertisement Here is what what he says: "I do. People say that all the time ... I never catch it. I watch podcasts after and I'm like, 'Dang, my voice changed.' I didn't do that on purpose. It just happened. It just happens that way naturally sometimes." Haliburton added that he feels he has no control over it, and it's something that just happens to him. So why exactly does that happen? Brianna Williams reached out to Dr. Michael M. Johns from USC's Voice Center, and he provided a possible explanation (via ESPN): "Vocalization is a lot like athletics; people don't think of it that way because it happens naturally," Dr. Johns told ESPN. "It's like putting aluminum foil on a guitar string; the sound changes when the vibration is irregular." Regarding Haliburton's voice, Dr. Johns observed: "When you listen to Tyrese's voice, there's a rough quality to it, and that would likely be a change of what's happening at the vocal cords, like that 'tinfoil on the guitar string' analogy." He speculated that Haliburton might be compensating for vocal fatigue by changing his resonance, shifting the shape of his vocal tract or resonator. "Athletes are using their voice a lot, and they're using their voice loudly," Dr. Johns explained. "They're hollering across the court. There's a huge amount of noise around them. They've got to be heard over that noise. And so they, like other vocal athletes, can develop some injury to their vocal folds, vocal nodules, or vocal swelling that can cause some rough quality to the voice." This is fascinating and something that makes Haliburton very unique. This article originally appeared on For The Win: There may be a medical reason why Tyrese Haliburton's voice changes
USA Today
4 days ago
- Health
- USA Today
There is a medical reason why Tyrese Haliburton sounds like he has two different voices
There is a medical reason why Tyrese Haliburton sounds like he has two different voices Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton has continued his heroic postseason run, but if you listen to him talk about it, you may notice something. Haliburton, who represented Team USA during the Paris Olympics, occasionally sounds like he has two entirely different voices. Just press play on this clip of Haliburton talking about the improbable comeback that Indiana had against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game of the NBA Finals. In the beginning of the interview on national TV, Haliburton is speaking with a slightly deeper voice. Then (ironically) right as he said the words "why would that change" later in the conversation, his voice suddenly had a much higher pitch. More: Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers keep pulling off the impossible It happened during his postgame press conference as well: This is something that some fans noticed when Haliburton appeared on The Young Man and the Three with JJ Redick. Then it happened against before the 2024 NBA All-Star Game hosted in Indiana as well: Haliburton has acknowledged that this is indeed something that happens to him. It is something he has talked about with ESPN's Pat McAfee. Here is what what he says: "I do. People say that all the time ... I never catch it. I watch podcasts after and I'm like, 'Dang, my voice changed.' I didn't do that on purpose. It just happened. It just happens that way naturally sometimes." Haliburton added that he feels he has no control over it, and it's something that just happens to him. So why exactly does that happen? Brianna Williams reached out to Dr. Michael M. Johns from USC's Voice Center, and he provided a possible explanation (via ESPN): "Vocalization is a lot like athletics; people don't think of it that way because it happens naturally," Dr. Johns told ESPN. "It's like putting aluminum foil on a guitar string; the sound changes when the vibration is irregular." Regarding Haliburton's voice, Dr. Johns observed: "When you listen to Tyrese's voice, there's a rough quality to it, and that would likely be a change of what's happening at the vocal cords, like that 'tinfoil on the guitar string' analogy." He speculated that Haliburton might be compensating for vocal fatigue by changing his resonance, shifting the shape of his vocal tract or resonator. "Athletes are using their voice a lot, and they're using their voice loudly," Dr. Johns explained. "They're hollering across the court. There's a huge amount of noise around them. They've got to be heard over that noise. And so they, like other vocal athletes, can develop some injury to their vocal folds, vocal nodules, or vocal swelling that can cause some rough quality to the voice." This is fascinating and something that makes Haliburton very unique.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Naji Marshall names Dillon Brooks among select few ‘real dogs' of NBA
In a newly released podcast episode of The Young Man and the Three, Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall singled out Houston Rockets counterpart Dillon Brooks as being among a select few 'real dogs' in the current NBA. Known for strong defense, Marshall said there are a lot of 'fake dogs' in the league, at least for the moment. However, he did note a few outliers. Advertisement When asked about 'real dogs' that are worthy of a hat tip, Marshall replied (9:10): I go Jimmy Butler, Giannis (Antetokounmpo). I get Dre, Draymond Green. James Johnson... James Johnson's different. Like, it's a different animal. Not even going to say a dog. He's the hunted man versus the gorilla. That's James. He's the gorilla. There's two more. Dillon Brooks is a dog. I give it to him. And me. Beyond his strong defense, Brooks also connected on a career-best 39.2% of his 3-point attempts in the 2024-25 season — and he did so on career-high volume (6.3 attempts per game), as well. Best of all, those numbers had a strong link to winning, as Brooks played in 75 of 82 games (all starts) for a Houston squad that finished with the second-best record in the Western Conference (52-30). Marshall was then asked about smaller players in the league, such as New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado. 'I can't forget about Jose,' Marshall replied. 'Jose is a dog. Jose's one, for sure.' Advertisement The complete episode can be listened to below. The conversation features extended back-and-forth analysis between Marshall and Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III, who Marshall previously played alongside and remains close friends with. Marshall knows a thing or two about hard work, having built a solid NBA career in the aftermath of going undrafted in 2020. In his recently completed fifth season, Marshall averaged a career-best 13.2 points (50.8% FG), 4.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.0 steals. He played in 69 games for the Mavericks and started 31 times, which led to a career-high 27.8 minutes per game. More: 'Sometimes you, sometimes me, and always us': Dillon Brooks on Houston's mindset This article originally appeared on Rockets Wire: Naji Marshall names Dillon Brooks among select few 'real dogs' of NBA
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
ESPN analyst praises projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg: 'He is the real deal'
ESPN analyst praises projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg: 'He is the real deal' Cooper Flagg is the overwhelming favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, and the former Duke forward recently earned high praise from ESPN analyst Jay Bilas. Flagg led the Blue Devils to the Final Four, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks on 38.5% shooting from 3-point range. He became the 22nd player in program history to be named a consensus first-team All-American. The 18-year-old has been compared to Duke legend and Hall of Famer Grant Hill because of his ability to do everything on the court. Bilas, speaking on "The Young Man and the Three" podcast, believes he'll be able to step in immediately and contribute in the NBA. Cooper Flagg is the real deal. He is the best freshman player Duke has ever had, at least since Coach K got there in the early 80s. He is a complete player. He impacts the game at both ends almost equally and can shoot it. ... He is big and strong and long-armed. He blocks shots, he gets steals. He has got this competitive streak that is unlike most players you see, especially at that age. Flagg entered the season with tremendous expectations as the consensus top recruit in the class of 2024. He was highly touted as the likely top pick in the draft and lived up to the hype after becoming the face of the sport this past season. The National College Player of the Year now projects to be a player the Dallas Mavericks can build around after trading away cornerstone Luka Dončić in February. He can also come in and contribute right away next to the likes of Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II and others. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd believes the organization is a perfect landing spot for Flagg, with their current roster of veterans and players who can help him transition to the league. Flagg projects to be a mainstay in Dallas for the foreseeable future. "I don't like to say 'he is the real deal' very often, but he is the real deal," Bilas said. "Absent injury, he'll be the real deal in the NBA, and I think he'll be very good out of the gate, but he is only going to get better. He is the prize in this (draft) and I don't know anybody who thinks otherwise."
USA Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Naji Marshall names Dillon Brooks among select few ‘real dogs' of NBA
Naji Marshall names Dillon Brooks among select few 'real dogs' of NBA 'Dillon Brooks is a dog,' Dallas forward Naji Marshall says of his veteran counterpart in Houston. 'I give it to him. There are a lot of fake dogs.' In a newly released podcast episode of The Young Man and the Three, Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall singled out Houston Rockets counterpart Dillon Brooks as being among a select few 'real dogs' in the current NBA. Known for strong defense, Marshall said there are a lot of 'fake dogs' in the league, at least for the moment. However, he did note a few outliers. When asked about 'real dogs' that are worthy of a hat tip, Marshall replied (9:10): I go Jimmy Butler, Giannis (Antetokounmpo). I get Dre, Draymond Green. James Johnson... James Johnson's different. Like, it's a different animal. Not even going to say a dog. He's the hunted man versus the gorilla. That's James. He's the gorilla. There's two more. Dillon Brooks is a dog. I give it to him. And me. Beyond his strong defense, Brooks also connected on a career-best 39.2% of his 3-point attempts in the 2024-25 season — and he did so on career-high volume (6.3 attempts per game), as well. Best of all, those numbers had a strong link to winning, as Brooks played in 75 of 82 games (all starts) for a Houston squad that finished with the second-best record in the Western Conference (52-30). Marshall was then asked about smaller players in the league, such as New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado. 'I can't forget about Jose,' Marshall replied. 'Jose is a dog. Jose's one, for sure.' The complete episode can be listened to below. The conversation features extended back-and-forth analysis between Marshall and Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III, who Marshall previously played alongside and remains close friends with. Marshall knows a thing or two about hard work, having built a solid NBA career in the aftermath of going undrafted in 2020. In his recently completed fifth season, Marshall averaged a career-best 13.2 points (50.8% FG), 4.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.0 steals. He played in 69 games for the Mavericks and started 31 times, which led to a career-high 27.8 minutes per game. More: 'Sometimes you, sometimes me, and always us': Dillon Brooks on Houston's mindset
