Lance Roberson

Writer at Athlon Sports

Founder of the Culture Surfing podcast. Writer for @athlonsports @mavericksdb Past words @rotoballernba @Defpenhoops

Articles

What Did Tyrese Haliburton's Father Say to Giannis Antetokounmpo?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

After Tyrese Haliburton hits the series-winning layup over the Milwaukee Bucks, a crowd of his teammates rushed the star point guard. However, he couldn't celebrate his accomplishment for long, as his father took the spotlight in a poor manner. John Haliburton incited a confrontation with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Despite the emotional moment, Haliburton's father apologized to the Bucks star.
How Did Tyrese Haliburton React to Postgame Shenanigans?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

Blood is thicker than water, but wrong is wrong regardless of how you spin it. Chaos ensued following the Indiana Pacers' 119-118 Game 5 victory, sending the Milwaukee Bucks home from the playoffs. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Tyrese Haliburton's father got into a heated on-court confrontation immediately after the game. Haliburton responded to the incident during postgame media availability.
Rick Carlisle Compared Tyrese Haliburton to Who?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton's Game 5 performance in the series-sealing win launched the star point guard into legendary territory, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. Carlisle compared Haliburton to a Pacers legend following the 119-118 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. Despite trailing by as many as 20 points, and seven in the final 40 seconds of overtime, the Pacers followed through with a massive comeback over the Bucks.
Pacers Game 5 Comeback Win Triggers Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Crash Out

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

It's official, the Indiana Pacers have the Milwaukee Bucks' number and emotional control after the 119-118 playoff series-sealing Game 5 victory. Following the Pacers' Game 5 win, Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo experienced multiple crash-out moments. Although the rivalry is only two seasons old, several moments have already defined the Pacers-Bucks rivalry.
How Did Tyrese Haliburton Outplay Giannis Antetokounmpo in Game 5?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Gary Trent Jr. had dominant stat lines in Game 5. Still, Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton's two-way performance slammed the door shut on any hope for the Milwaukee Bucks. Haliburton saved his best performance vs. the Bucks in Game 5 as the Pacers beat the Antetokounmpo-led team 119-118. Trailing 30-13 after the first quarter, the Pacers appeared dead in the water, as the Bucks found resurgence in a win-or-go-home dilemma.
Pacers Tyrese Haliburton's Stellar Performance Eliminates Bucks from Playoffs

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

A Giannis Antetokounmpo-led team will not go out without a fight. Despite the Milwaukee Bucks' point guard, Damian Lillard, suffering an Achilles tear in Game 4, the Bucks gave it their all against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5. However, due to Tyrese Haliburton's courageous performance, the Pacers eliminated the Bucks in Game 5, 119-118. With their backs against the wall, the Bucks reached deep in their bag of desperation, rocking the Pacers with a 30-13 scoring advantage in the first quarter.
Why Charles Barkley 'Fell Sleep' During Pacers-Bucks Game 4

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson |Lance Roberson

The Indiana Pacers' dominance not only put the Milwaukee Bucks down 3-1 in the playoff series after Sunday's Game 4, a 129-103 victory, but it nearly put TNT's Charles Barkley to sleep. Barkley lost focus during Game 4's win over the Bucks. TNT's Inside the NBA studio show is the most critically acclaimed team in the industry. However, although they are titans of the medium, Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith, and Barkley aren't without faults.
How Indiana Pacers May Have Triggered Massive NBA Trade

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

In the NBA, many franchises are only one disgruntled star away from having to make a difficult decision. After a massive 129-103 Game 4 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, the Indiana Pacers have the power to trigger the NBA's next blockbuster trade. If the 2024-25 season taught the NBA universe anything, it's that anyone is on the table at any given moment. The Bucks' current predicament primes the NBA for a major shakeup.
How Can Giannis Antetokounmpo Improve Playoff Chances vs. Pacers?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is already playing at a high level during the opening playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, but according to him, he must do more. The Pacers' playoff opponent makes an NSFW declaration for Game 3. Over the last two games of the Pacers vs. Bucks playoff series, Antetokounmpo has done everything but win.
How Can Pacers Continue Dominance Over Bucks?

2 weeks ago | athlonsports.com | Lance Roberson

Up 2-0 on the Milwaukee Bucks in the opening playoff series, the Indiana Pacers have hit on all cylinders. However, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers inadvertently revealed a key to the Pacers beating them in Game 3. Despite Giannis Antetokounmpo averaging 35 points and 15 rebounds in the first two games, the Bucks haven't secured a victory. Damian Lillard returned to the Bucks lineup in Game 2, and even such a presence couldn't overcome the Pacers' defense and persistent offense.