It’s not a secret that family ties run deep in the NBA, but the connection between Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Suggs recently grabbed significant attention. The Orlando Magic Guard, Suggs, confirmed their family connection during a recent appearance on ESPN’s SportsCenter.
Suggs, currently with the Orlando Magic, has plenty to celebrate. His team just added Desmond Bane late, while Haliburton is chasing an NBA championship with the Indiana Pacers. Their bond adds an extra layer of interest every time the three teams face off.
While some fans already suspected a connection, Suggs revealed in an interview with SportsCenter that Haliburton is his Cousin. The news also sparked a flurry of excitement from fans and analysts alike, eager to learn more about the duo’s shared basketball journey.
Jalen Suggs and Tyrese Haliburton are cousins 😯
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 16, 2025
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Even with the spotlight on their relationship, both players remain focused on the court. Haliburton is leading the Indiana Pacers through a tough Finals battle, approaching a pivotal must-win game 6, while Suggs looks to help the Magic rise in the East. Their Shared success is drawing attention, but their individual growth continues to impress after their recent trade.
Social Media Buzzed With Surprise After The Revealed Truth
Fans jumped on social media to express their surprise and excitement. They’s newfound curiosity about their relationship.
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A fan wrote, “ESPN Headlines before a pivotal game 5 of the NBA Finals.“
ESPN Headlines before a pivotal game 5 of the NBA Finals:
— Sleeper (@SleeperHQ) June 16, 2025
Someone doubted the information and wrote, “How true is this ????”
How true is this ????
— 𝟐𝟑 👑 (@BronWorld) June 16, 2025
A fan already knew about this and commented, “I thought everyone knew this.“
I thought everyone knew this
— 🪄⭐️ (@Jxniixr_) June 16, 2025
Someone wonders, “wait wtf why didnt we know this”
wait wtf why didnt we know this
— Sticker Dood (@EtanBoss) June 16, 2025
Here someone found similarity wrote, “They kind of look a like, right?!“
They kind of look a like, right ?!
— Vanessa Messas (@VanessaMessas) June 16, 2025
As both players continue to grow, their family connection only adds to the excitement. Fans will be watching closely as these two young stars build their legacies together and apart.
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