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Pacers Star Tyrese Haliburton Invites Harassed Fan to Playoff Game

Haliburton's gesture follows a viral video of Knicks fans pelting a Pacers supporter with garbage in New York City.

NDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 10: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles against Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 10, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Pascal Siakam #43 of the Indiana Pacers takes a shot during the first half against the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 11, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Overview

  • Hans Perez, a New York firefighter and lifelong Pacers fan, was identified as the individual harassed by Knicks fans in a viral video.
  • Perez was heckled and hit with garbage while wearing a Tyrese Haliburton jersey following the Knicks' recent playoff victory.
  • Haliburton surprised Perez with an invitation to attend Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Indianapolis during an appearance on 'The Pat McAfee Show.'
  • The incident has drawn widespread criticism of Knicks fans' behavior and praise for Haliburton's response as an example of athlete leadership.
  • The Knicks and Pacers are set to face off in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.