Rick Carlisle on Tyrese Haliburton: “This is why we traded for him, this is why we gave up a lot to get him, is that we just believe he’s that kind of leader”

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle praised Tyrese Haliburton’s management following a 118-104 house win vs. the Toronto Raptors on Saturday.

(through Bally Sports Indiana):

“I thought his spirit in the 2nd half was very uplifting for us. This is why we traded for him, this is why we gave up a lot to get him, is that we just believe he’s that kind of leader. A guy that is always gonna see things better than they are, and look to make things better than they are. And who’s humble enough to admit when he needs to do better. All those things happened in the 2nd half, that’s why we’re betting big on him.”