Tyrese Haliburton Addressed His Dad Coming Onto Court

Tyrese Haliburton addressed a post-game incident on April 29, 2025, where his father confronted Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Indiana Pacers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks in overtime during Game 5 of the NBA playoffs, advancing to face the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Haliburton’s father rushed onto the court to celebrate his son’s game-winning shot, leading to a heated exchange with Giannis, who felt “disrespected” and had to be restrained by staff, as reported by IndyStar; this incident also involved a separate altercation with Pacers player Bennedict Mathurin.

The NBA Fan Code of Conduct prohibits disruptive behavior, such as court invasions, and Haliburton’s measured response—acknowledging his father’s excitement while disagreeing with his actions—highlights the tension between emotional fan reactions and league expectations during high-stakes playoff games.