John Haliburton is the father of NBA All-Star Tyrese Haliburton who has played a major role in his son’s success, find out more about him below
Throughout his career, Tyrese Haliburton has always credited his success to his parents’ support, and fans are curious to find out more about him.
Who is basketball referee and coach John Haliburton, father of Tyrese Haliburton and more about his family, parents and mom
So Tyrese Haliburton dad can come on the court and flex in Giannis face like he played in the game but if Giannis touched him it’s a suspension and 50k fine lmao pic.twitter.com/Y3BXgeuCNC
— John (@iam_johnw) April 30, 2025
Tyrese Haliburton’s father, John Haliburton, apologized following his confrontation with Giannis Antetokounmpo 👀
“I sincerely apologize to Giannis, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Pacers organization for my actions following tonight’s game. This was not a good reflection on our… pic.twitter.com/dcoERI7T0V
— Courtside Buzz (@CourtsideBuzzX) April 30, 2025
John Haliburton issues apology to Giannis Antetokounmpo
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton’s dad, John Haliburton, recently had to issue an apology to Giannis Antetokounmpo following his actions after a game. Following the most recent game between the Bucks and the Pacers, John came up on the court post-game and flexed right in front of Giannis’ face. Following the confrontation, John had to apologize to Giannis Antetokounmpo and tweeted:
I sincerely apologize to Giannis, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Pacers organization for my actions following tonight’s game. This was not a good reflection on our sport, and I will not make that mistake again.”
John Haliburton bio
John Haliburton is a veteran basketball referee and former women’s basketball coach but his age and height isn’t known. Aside from being Tyrese’s father, he was the man who introduced him to the sport. John was already involving him in practice sessions when Tyrese was just a toddler, making him dribble and shoot in his own half of the court while coaching high school girls.
Profession
John currently works as a basketball referee, having previously worked as a coach and he also coached his son Tyrese.
Wife and children
John is currently married to his wife, Brenda Haliburton, Tyrese’s mother. Brenda had two sons from a previous relationship and had another two sons with John: Tyrese and his younger brother, Marcel. As such, they are a blended family of four boys.
Tyrese Haliburton’s mother is Brenda Haliburton and she lives in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and attended West High. Her Instagram account is @brenda.haliburton.33.
Impact on Tyrese Haliburton
John and his wife, Brenda Haliburton, have played a major role in shaping Tyrese’s work ethic and success from a very young age. Instead of pushing him hard, John provided the tools and guidance that Tyrese would need to find success on basketball’s biggest stage. The couple’s presence during the 2020 NBA Draft, which took place remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, was a powerful testament. John is also a regular face at any Pacers games, particularly during the 2024 In-Season Tournament, where Tyrese led Indiana to the finals.
Net worth
The exact details surrounding John Haliburton’s personal net worth are not publicly documented. However, the family most definitely enjoys a comfortable life following Tyrese’s $260 million contract extension with the Indiana Pacers in 2023.
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