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Tyrese Haliburton's superstar status has exploded during the Pacers' incredible 2025 playoff run and season. Now, with Indiana battling in the NBA Finals, attention is also turning to the people closest to the star point guard - especially after his father's earlier playoff ban made headlines with Giannis Antetokoumpo incident.
During Sunday's Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, another person in Haliburton's life unexpectedly stole the show. His longtime girlfriend, Jade Jones, went viral after TV cameras captured her having a heated exchange with Thunder fans while ing the Pacers from the stands.
ABC's broadcast clearly showed Jones pointing and shouting towards off-screen fans in the middle of the game. She stood out instantly, not just because Pacers fans in yellow were rare in the Thunder's sea of blue and white, but because of her visible, ionate reaction to opposing ers.
The moment gained huge traction online during the game. Unfortunately for Jones and Pacers fans, the interaction mirrored Indiana's struggle on the court. Haliburton had a difficult first half, and the Pacers ultimately lost 123-107, giving Oklahoma City a crucial win.
Who is Jade Jones?
Jones is more than just the player's girlfriend. Like Haliburton, she's an Iowa native and an Iowa State University alum. During her time there, she was actually a cheerleader for the Cyclones. The couple began dating back in April 2019.
Haliburton and Jones have now been together for over six years - a significant stretch covering his rise from college prospect to NBA Finals star. Their life together includes a beloved mini Goldendoodle named Ames, showing a strong personal bond alongside his basketball journey.