**BREAKING NEWS: Indiana Pacers Star Tyrese Haliburton Donates Entire \$7.3 Million Bonus and Endorsement Deal to Charity and Homeless Initiatives**
In a move that has stunned both the sports and philanthropic worlds, Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton has announced he is donating his entire \$7.3 million performance bonus — along with proceeds from a new endorsement deal — to charities focused on homelessness prevention and community development.
Haliburton, 24, revealed the decision at a press conference in Indianapolis this morning, saying, *“Basketball has given me more than I ever imagined. I want to make sure the blessings I’ve received are used to uplift people who need it most.”*
The funds will be distributed among several organizations, including the National Alliance to End Homelessness, local Indianapolis shelters, and youth outreach programs aimed at breaking cycles of poverty. A portion will also go toward building transitional housing units in Indiana’s most underserved neighborhoods.
Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle praised Haliburton’s commitment off the court. *“Tyrese is a leader not just in the locker room, but in life. His generosity shows the kind of person he is — thoughtful, humble, and determined to make a difference.”*
Haliburton’s \$7.3 million windfall came as part of a contractual incentive for making the NBA All-Star team and leading the Pacers to a playoff berth last season. The additional endorsement deal, reportedly worth several million, was signed with a major sportswear brand earlier this summer.
Community leaders have hailed the donation as one of the largest individual contributions to social welfare causes by an active NBA player. Many say it could inspire other athletes to commit more deeply to social impact initiatives.
For Haliburton, the motivation is simple: *“We can’t just play for wins and stats — we’ve got to play for people. That’s the
real legacy.”*
