While the NBA world celebrated the New Year, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton and his fiancée, Jade Jones, shared news that has fans buzzing about a different kind of celebration. In a move that shifted focus from the court to the altar, Jones revealed the much-anticipated year for their upcoming nuptials.
2026: The Year Jade Jones Becomes a 'Wifey'
Jade Jones, the longtime girlfriend and now fiancée of basketball sensation Tyrese Haliburton, set social media alight with a major announcement. Through a stylish mirror selfie on her Instagram story, where she prominently displayed her engagement ring, Jones confirmed the wedding year everyone was waiting for. She captioned the post, "2026 the year I become a wifeyyyy?♀️". This revelation ends months of speculation that had initially pointed towards a 2025 wedding, confirming that the couple will officially tie the knot in 2026.
A Love Story That Began at Iowa State
The couple's journey started far from the bright lights of the NBA. Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones first met in 2019 at Iowa State University. Haliburton was a standout player for the college basketball team, while Jones was a member of the cheerleading squad. Their romance blossomed during the summer of that year and grew stronger as Haliburton's professional career took off with the Indiana Pacers.
Their relationship timeline is a testament to their enduring bond:
- 2019: The couple began dating at Iowa State University.
- 2020-2021: They adopted a dog named Ames, paying homage to the city of Ames, Iowa, where they first met.
- 2022: Jones provided steadfast support throughout Haliburton's demanding Rookie season in the NBA.
- 2024: Demonstrating her commitment, Jones traveled to Paris to cheer for Haliburton as he won a gold medal with Team USA at the Olympics.
- July 2025: Haliburton orchestrated a romantic proposal, returning to Iowa State University to recreate the spot where they first met and fell in love.
- Late 2025: Jones hosted a bridesmaid getaway party, hinting at wedding preparations which are now confirmed for 2026.
From College Sweethearts to Future Mr. & Mrs.
The proposal in July 2025 was a full-circle moment for the couple. Haliburton, the Pacers' floor general, got down on one knee at the very place their story began, making the moment profoundly personal. While the exact date within 2026 remains under wraps, the year is now officially set. This announcement comes as Haliburton himself reflected on 2025 being the "best year of my life," a sentiment undoubtedly amplified by this engagement and now concrete wedding plans.
As the Indiana Pacers continue their season, fans will now have an extra reason to follow Tyrese Haliburton—not just for his assists and points, but for updates on one of the NBA's most charming love stories heading towards a 2026 wedding.
