Tyrese Haliburton reveals how girlfriend, ‘Love Island’ are part of injury rehab



Jalen Brunson isn’t the only NBA star captivated by a certain reality TV dating show.

Speaking to ESPN on Thursday after taking down the Thunder in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton revealed how watching “Love Island” with girlfriend Jade Jones has been part of his recovery from a strained right calf.

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“My girl, Jade, is staying on me to keep doing the treatment when the people aren’t there, she wants to watch ‘Love Island’ right now and she’s like, ‘Before we put it on, we’ve got to put something on the calf,’” said Haliburton, who scored 14 points in Indiana’s 108-91 win at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to force a Game 7.

Jones, who has supported Haliburton, 25, throughout the Pacers’ playoff run, later verified her boyfriend’s remarks.

Tyrese Haliburton has been watching “Love Island” with girlfriend Jade Jones. Jade Jones/Instagram

“You heard!!!!” she exclaimed in an Instagram Story that featured a clip of Haliburton opening up about their “Love Island” watch parties.

An international sensation, “Love Island” has interactions across the globe, with the U.S. version launching its seventh season on Peacock earlier this month.

Ariana Madix is the host of the American version of “Love Island.” Ben Symons/Peacock
Tyrese Haliburton spoke about watching “Love Island”while rehabbing a calf injury. ESPN/X

Hosted by Bravo alum Ariana Madix, the show follows a group of singles looking to find love in a dreamy locale.

Days before Haliburton revealed his “Love Island” fandom, Knicks star Brunson sent fans into a tizzy after posting a cryptic tweet about the beloved show.

Tyrese Haliburton during the Pacers’ Game 6 win on June 19, 2025. NBAE via Getty Images
Tyrese Haliburton has been supported by girlfriend Jade Jones throughout the playoffs. Jade Jones/Instagram

“I am genuinely confused,” the two-time NBA All-Star wrote Tuesday on X before immediately following up with, “Damn my bad yall, I was talking about love island.”

Though unclear if Haliburton and Brunson, 28, have exchanged “Love Island” takes, the two recently clashed in the Eastern Conference finals, where the Pacers finished the Knicks in six games.

Haliburton has been grappling with injuries to his right leg, which were spotlighted Monday in a forgettable Game 5.

He is averaging 17.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 9 assists this postseason.

Game 7 is set for Sunday night in Oklahoma City.




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