4 luxury watches in NBA star Tyrese Haliburton’s collection: the Olympic gold medallist’s first purchase was a Rolex, but which rare Cartier did he get after signing a record Indiana Pacers deal?
Off court, NBA player Tyrese Haliburton has earned a reputation for his preppy clothes, vintage loafers and Louis Vuitton duffel bags – but what about his wrist game?
Tyrese Haliburton has been lighting up NBA courts over the last few years, establishing himself as one of the league’s brightest young stars as the Indiana Pacers’ point guard.
But it’s not just his expertise – he’s known for his ability to sink three-pointers, make game-winning plays and keep a cool head under pressure – that’s fuelling his stardom. Off the court, Haliburton is also making waves in the fashion world, earning a reputation as one of the most stylish players in the league. His preppy-chic fits and affinity for avant-garde ensembles seem more at home on a runway in Milan than the arena tunnel in Indianapolis.
That passion for fashion extends to his accessories, too – from brightly coloured Louis Vuitton duffels to vintage loafers, and now, luxury watches. Last year, after signing a record-breaking, five-year, US$260 million deal with the Pacers, he told an interviewer, “I’ll probably start getting into watches, and that’s probably gonna be my biggest thing,” per Basketball Network.
True to his word, Haliburton has begun elevating his watch collection over the last year, showing a marked admiration for one renowned jewellery maison in particular. Here are some of the luxury watches that have caught his discerning eye.
1. Rolex “Presidential” Day-Date in yellow gold
The first luxury watch Haliburton bought is a quintessential choice for a man of stature: the Rolex Day-Date. This classic timepiece, often called the “President”, has been favoured for decades by US presidents and other influential leaders and figures, thanks to its day-date window and an iconic bracelet made with semicircular three-piece links.
The Pacers’ star owns a Rolex Day-Date 40 in 18k yellow gold with a champagne dial, and still wears it frequently for public appearances and game days.
2. Cartier Crash New Bond Street in yellow gold
With its asymmetrical case and distorted numbers, the Cartier Crash is a bold statement piece that not everyone can pull off. That’s why it speaks volumes about Haliburton that he made it his mission to acquire one of these highly coveted luxury watches after nabbing his historic Pacers deal.