That does not mean that Pacers fans should let it bring in the dread it surely can. Tyrese Haliburton deserves the hope that he will return to his top form. Pacers fans deserve the hope that he will as well. In that way, optimism that the team, specifically Haliburton, will start strong is the perfect way to go into the season. There will be a moment of no return when things are over, and everyone will need to accept it.