Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Top distributor off bench in Game 7
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McConnell finished with 12 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven assists, two rebounds, one block and one steal over 23 minutes in Sunday's 130-109 win over New York in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
McConnell provided a spark off the bench for Indiana in a winner-take-all contest, handing out a team-high assist total while ending as one of six players with a double-digit point total to help the Pacers advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. McConnell stepped up his level of play in the series against New York, recording at least 10 points and seven assists in three outings. The guard has surpassed the double-digit scoring mark in seven postseason contests, doing so in five of the seven games against the Knicks.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Productive despite limited minutes
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McConnell supplied 15 points (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one steal in 16 minutes during Friday's 116-103 win over the Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
McConnell was a factor once again Friday, providing the Pacers with a boost on both ends of the floor. He continues to be an underrated piece for Indiana, continuing what has been arguably his best season as a professional. Despite typically playing no more than 20 minutes, McConnell has scored in double digits in five of his past seven games while handing out a combined 45 assists during that period.
Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Shines off bench in Game 1 loss
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McConnell finished with 18 points (9-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three assists, three steals and one rebound over 22 minutes in Monday's 121-117 loss to New York in Game 1 of the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
McConnell provided a much-needed spark off the Pacers bench with the below-average offensive showing by Indiana's starting guards, leading all bench players in scoring while adding a trio of steals and assists in a balanced showing on the second unit. McConnell has been playing some of his best basketball of the postseason in his last two outings, posting at least 18 points and three assists in two straight contests.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Stellar off bench in Game 6 win
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McConnell tallied 20 points (7-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine assists, four steals and two rebounds over 23 minutes in Thursday's 120-98 win over Milwaukee in Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
McConnell was outstanding off the Pacers bench in the series-clinching victory, ending second on the team in scoring and assists while leading all players in steals and coming up one dime shy of a double-double to provide a much-needed spark on the second unit. McConnell put forth his best performance of the postseason thus far, scoring more than 10 points for the first time while handing out his highest assist total of the first round. Indiana will look for McConnell to continue to provide a spark off the bench in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Quiet in Game 5 loss
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McConnell logged six points (3-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists in 16 minutes during Tuesday's 115-92 loss to the Bucks in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
McConnell failed to have a significant impact in the loss, continuing his underwhelming series. The Pacers were never really in this one, falling behind early and giving the Bucks some much-needed momentum. Game 6 is in Indiana on Thursday, providing the Pacers with another opportunity to advance to the second round.
Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Continues to lead second unit
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McConnell racked up 17 points (8-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds and seven assists in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 140-123 victory over the Raptors.
McConnell scored in double digits for the third straight game Tuesday and has reached that mark in 13 of his last 14 games. He finished second on the team in assists behind Andrew Nembhard and third in scoring behind Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin. Since March 1, McConnell is averaging 14.0 points on 57.4 percent shooting, 2.7 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.1 steals over 20.0 minutes per game.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Provides spark off bench in win
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McConnell tallied 22 points (11-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five assists and one steal over 27 minutes in Sunday's 117-115 win over Miami.
McConnell provided a much-needed lift off the Pacers bench in Sunday's victory, posting a team-high-tying point total while connecting on a team-best mark from the field and adding a handful of assists. McConnell has surpassed the 20-point mark in four games this year, and Sunday was his first such performance since scoring a season-high 26 points March 3. He has now connected on 10 or more field goals in three contests this year.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Double-double off bench Friday
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McConnell totaled 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, 10 assists and one block across 21 minutes during Friday's 126-112 win over the Thunder.
McConnell recorded his fourth double-double of the season Friday, and he was second on the team in assists behind Tyrese Haliburton. McConnell has provided a steady presence for the Pacers' second unit this season. Since March 1, he is averaging 13.3 points on 55.6 percent shooting (including 56.3 percent from three), 2.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.1 steals over 19.7 minutes per game.
McConnell (ankle) is good to go for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls.
McConnell was in danger of missing his first game since Feb. 1, but he will ultimately play through his ankle pain. Thus, look for him to take on his usual workload.
McConnell is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to left ankle soreness.
McConnell is in danger of missing his first contest since Feb. 1 due to a sore left ankle. If the veteran guard is ruled out, Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard and Kendall Brown are candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Posts 17 points from bench
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McConnell finished with 17 points (8-15 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 18 minutes during Sunday's 150-145 loss to the Lakers.
McConnell woke up with a nice total in only 18 minutes of play. Sunday marked McConnell's sixth consecutive double-digit total, and he's also averaged 4.7 assists over the five-game run. McConnell gives the second unit a solid veteran presence, and his participation this year has him on pace for career-high averages in points (9.5) and assists (5.4).
