The Indiana Pacers, led by former Iowa State standout Tyrese Haliburton, play an NBA preseason exhibition game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Hilton Coliseum in Ames. The game is scheduled for Oct. 7, 2026, with a listed tip time of 6 p.m.
Both reports say the matchup brings Haliburton back to his college roots and marks the Pacers’ return to the venue for an exhibition. Yahoo Sports also notes the event is the fourth time an NBA preseason game is held at Hilton Coliseum, situating the contest within a continued relationship between the arena and NBA exhibitions. The outlets present the announcement as a local highlight for Ames and a preseason stop for the Pacers, without detailing ticketing, rosters, or specific game format.
