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Tyrese Haliburton's Shingles Battle

Tyrese Haliburton's Shingles Battle

Tyrese Haliburton has opened up about a difficult health challenge, disclosing that he lost part of an eyebrow and experienced significant weight gain due to a bout with shingles.

The Pacers standout described the experience as a nightmare detour in his journey back from a torn Achilles tendon.

Haliburton's viral disclosure has raised awareness about the severity of the condition, which can cause chronic pain and long-term nerve damage.

Despite the setback, he remains focused on returning to peak form for the 2026-27 season while urging others to take the risks of the virus seriously.