Kings rookie Tyrese Haliburton injures knee, exits early vs. Mavericks
Haliburton Injury
Tyrese Haliburton injured his left knee bringing the ball upcourt in the third quarter.
Kings rookie guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a non-contact injury to his left knee and was removed from Sunday’s game vs. Dallas.
Bringing the ball upcourt in the third quarter, Haliburton attempted a behind-the-back crossover dribble and his knee appeared to give way as his weight shifted with the move. He was helped off the court and immediately headed to the locker room, ending his night with 11 points and 5 assists in 23 minutes.
Later reports indicated that an MRI would be forthcoming, but the Kings were “hopeful” Haliburton has avoided serious injury.
Luke Walton said Tyrese Haliburton will get an MRI on Monday and the team is "hopeful" there is nothing serious with his left knee. Walton said Haliburton was in good spirits and happy for his teammates getting the win.
— Jason Jones (@mr_jasonjones) May 3, 2021
The two-time Rookie of the Month has averaged 13.0 points and 5.3 assists, shooting 47.2% (including 40.9% from long range) in 30.2 minutes.
