Indiana Pacers' guard Tyrese Haliburton will be sidelined for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics due to a left hamstring injury. The decision was made after Haliburton left the court during the third quarter of Game 2 and did not return. Despite his desire to play, team doctors did not clear him for the upcoming game.
This setback adds to the challenges the Pacers face as they trail 2-0 in the series and now have to navigate without their top player. Haliburton, who led the NBA in assists this season despite missing 10 games earlier due to a similar hamstring injury, leaves a significant void in the Pacers' lineup.
It remains uncertain whether Haliburton will be available for Game 4 on Monday night in Indianapolis, where the Pacers have maintained a perfect 6-0 record in this season's playoffs.
On the other side, the Boston Celtics are also dealing with injury concerns. Center Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out due to a strained right calf, while backup center Luke Kornet is listed as doubtful with a left wrist injury.
Both teams will need to adjust their strategies and rotations to compensate for the absence of key players as they battle in the crucial stages of the Eastern Conference finals.
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