The Fantasy Basketball Vibe Check: What’s up with Tyrese Haliburton?

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😵‍💫 I’m confused about Tyrese Haliburton’s home/away splits

Let’s talk about a consensus first-round draft pick who’s struggled to meet expectations in the first month of the season. I’ve fielded many questions about whether Haliburton is a buy-low, someone to trade or a hold. I have him rostered too, and I can say I’m holding onto better days because, while he’s been inconsistent, there’ve been plenty of moments where he’s looked like a first-round talent.

However, I can’t get my head around what’s going on with Haliburton’s success at home versus on the road this season. Take a look at the stark differences between these scenarios:

8 home games: 22.5 points, 9.4 assists, 46.3 FG%, 43.0% 3PT, .617 TS%

10 away games: 12.5 points, 8.3 assists, 31.8 FG%, 22.7% 3PT, .435 TS%

Clearly, something’s amiss with his scoring and efficiency numbers dipping so drastically when he’s away from the Fieldhouse arena. Haliburton was visibly frustrated following the Bucks game on November 22:

There have been rumors that he is possibly still dealing with lingering back issues from last season, but he’s clocking 34 minutes a night and has played in every game this year. So whether that’s the case or not, he’s willingly playing through it. He’s fourth in the league in touches per game, and top 10 in assists and steals — he’s hooping despite his road woes.

Still, fantasy managers must decide whether it’s worth riding out, selling or buying low. I can argue all three, but considering he’s fresh off dropping a Hali-esque 34-points (12-23 FG, 9-18 3PT, 1-1 FT) with 13 dimes and three steals on Monday night, I’d be holding or buying after this next home stand to get a better price. He’s figuring it out.

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Publish date : 2024-11-26 16:36:00

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