1 day Ago By Athlon Sports
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton wasn’t the only one fired up after his game-winning shot ended their playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks. His longtime girlfriend, Jade Jones, also celebrated the dramatic victory with a short but passionate message on social media.Following the Pacers’ 119-118 overtime win in Game 5, Jones reposted the team’s win graphic on her Instagram Story.
“PACERS IN 5!!!” Jones wrote.The quick message summed up her excitement as the Pacers advanced to the next round. Haliburton sealed the deal with just 1.
1 seconds left in overtime, scoring a go-ahead layup after a wild eight-point run by the Pacers in the final 40 seconds. Tyrese Haliburton's girlfriend, Jade Jones, joins the celebration. pic.
twitter.com/bYhDL4LhGj— mydzn (@MadelaineDizon) April 30, 2025Jones also shared a photo slideshow after the game and captioned it with another playful reaction: “What the helly game winner.” Jones, who has been dating Haliburton since their college days at Iowa State, has long been a vocal fan of her boyfriend.
Earlier in the day, she posted a photo of cookies decorated with Haliburton’s face and captioned it “game day!!!!”She also shared a photo of him arriving at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in an all-black outfit, calling attention to his businesslike demeanor.Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Milwaukee Bucks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn ImagesDuring Game 2 of the series, Jones was seen courtside reacting to Haliburton’s powerful one-handed dunk over Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Haliburton finished with 26 points, five rebounds and nine assists. Now, the Pacers move on to the second round, where they’ll face the Cleveland Cavaliers, who swept the Miami Heat.While Haliburton continues to shine on the court, it’s clear that Jones remains one of his biggest fans off it — never missing a moment to show her support, whether through cheers from the stands or viral posts that get fans talking.
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