The Indiana Pacers enjoyed a high-powered start to their season, fueled by the brilliance of their All-Star hopeful Tyrese Haliburton. However, Monday night's game against the Boston Celtics took a frightening turn when Haliburton suffered a potentially significant injury.

With just over three minutes left in the first half, Haliburton drove towards the basket and ended up in a full split, grimacing in pain. He was unable to walk and was carried off the court by teammates, his head covered by a towel. The Pacers later confirmed he had sustained a left hamstring injury.

The injury's severity is still unknown, but it cast a dark cloud over the Pacers' future. Haliburton had been averaging a league-leading 12.7 assists per game and was the team's offensive engine, leading the NBA in scoring with 126.8 points per game. His absence would leave a gaping hole in the lineup, putting pressure on T.J. McConnell and Andrew Nembhard to fill the void.

Fans on social media expressed their concern for Haliburton and the potential impact on the Pacers' playoff aspirations. The Eastern Conference is a tightly packed race, and losing their star player could significantly hinder their chances.

The Pacers' scoring defense already ranks 29th in the league, allowing an average of 124.2 points per game. Without Haliburton's offensive leadership and ability to orchestrate the team's plays, Indiana could struggle to keep pace with their Eastern Conference rivals.

The coming days will be crucial for the Pacers as they await further updates on Haliburton's injury and determine how to move forward without their star player. His absence would be a major blow to their hopes of securing a playoff spot and making a deep run in the postseason.