Indiana Pacers fans witnessed a scary scene on Monday night as their star guard, Tyrese Haliburton, was carried off the court after suffering a hamstring injury during their game against the Boston Celtics. In late in the second quarter, Haliburton planted his right leg while driving to the basket against Derrick White, then attempted a spin move. Unfortunately, his right leg gave way, causing him to fall awkwardly and land in a split.

Haliburton immediately grabbed for the back of his left leg, visibly in pain and unable to put any weight on his right leg. He needed help from multiple teammates to get off the court and was taken straight to the locker room with a towel draped over his head.

While the severity of the injury is still unknown, any absence for Haliburton would be a major blow to the Pacers. He has been the engine driving their success this season, averaging a career-high 24.2 points and a league-leading 12.7 assists per game. He's on track to become the first player since John Stockton in 1995 to average a double-digit assist season, and he even led all Eastern Conference guards in the first fan vote returns for the 2024 All-Star Game.

With Haliburton at the helm, the Pacers boast the league's best offense, playing at a lightning-fast pace and boasting a 122.4 offensive rating that would be the best in NBA history. Their high-powered offense has helped them climb to seventh place in the Eastern Conference with a 20-15 record.

Losing Haliburton, even for a short period, could significantly impact the Pacers' playoff aspirations. His playmaking ability and leadership are crucial to their success, and his absence would leave a significant void in the team's lineup.

The Pacers will anxiously await the results of Haliburton's MRI scan and hope for a speedy recovery. In the meantime, they'll need to find ways to adjust their game plan and cope with the potential loss of their star player.