Rick Carlisle said on his weekly radio interview it was "very unlikely" Tyrese Haliburton will play at all next season after his Achilles tendon tear.

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton underwent successful surgery Monday to repair his Achilles after suffering the devastating injury during his team's Game 7 NBA Finals loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said his All-Star is in great spirits, acknowledging the message he sent out in addition to a direct conversation.

Rick Carlisle had an encouraging message about Tyrese Haliburton after he suffered a devastating achilles injury.