T.J. McConnell News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Pacers

Another productive campaign McConnell continued to provide steady production off Indiana's bench during the 2025-26 campaign, serving as one of the league's most reliable reserve point guards

Impact The veteran remains an important source of playmaking and defensive intensity whenever he's on the floor, even in a limited role. With the Pacers returning much of their core, McConnell is expected to reprise his role as the team's primary backup point guard entering 2026-27, this time behind a returning Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles).

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lack of T.J. McConnell's replacement continues to be an unaddressed worry T.J. McConnell is the heart of the Indiana Pacers bench, but he's already beating the odds as an undersized guard. They needs a backup plan...

AUGUST 2 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Pacers backup point guard battle just got real after drafting Braden Smith The Indiana Pacers have a serious backup point guard battle between Braden Smith and T.J. McConnell.

JUNE 30 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Bulls hope for more UNC magic with Wilson. Bucks begin post-Giannis era by taking Burries and Ament

The Chicago Bulls tried to strike gold in North Carolina again and the Milwaukee Bucks started their post-Giannis Antetokounmpo era in the first round of the NBA draft on Tuesday

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Pacers may have fumbled their best chance to solve crucial T.J. McConnell problem Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell has more work to do.

JUNE 2 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Pacers may have to send T.J. McConnell packing for reason every fan will hate The Indiana Pacers have a lot of decisions to make this offseason, and it could result in them moving on from veteran guard T.J. McConnell.

APRIL 13 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Won't play Sunday McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact This will be McConnell's seventh straight game on the sidelines. He'll end his age-33 season with averages of 9.4 points, 5.1 assists and 1.0 steals per game.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit visits Indiana, seeks 60th victory of season

Detroit will look for its 60th win of the season when the Pistons play the Indiana Pacers

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Another absence coming McConnell (hamstring) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact The veteran hasn't played since March 29 and remains without a timetable to return. It would be a surprise to see him in the season finale Sunday.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia faces Indiana, looks to break 3-game skid

Philadelphia is looking to end its three-game skid with a victory against Indiana

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Not playing vs. Brooklyn McConnell (hamstring) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Impact McConnell is one of several rotation regulars who will be sidelined for Thursday's contest, and the veteran floor general hasn't played since March 29. With McConnell out, look for Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson to see more minutes in the Pacers' backcourt.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana faces Brooklyn on 3-game skid

Indiana is looking to break its three-game skid with a victory against Brooklyn

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Tagged out for Tuesday McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact McConnell hasn't taken the court since March 29 while tending to a hamstring injury. His next chance to suit up will arrive Thursday in Brooklyn, though the team has yet to provide any indication that he's close to a return.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota faces Indiana, seeks to break 3-game slide

Minnesota heads into the matchup with Indiana as losers of three straight games

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Out again Sunday McConnell (hamstring) will remain on the inactive list for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

Impact This will be McConnell's third consecutive game on the sidelines, and it's not a great sign that he continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson will all divvy up McConnell's minutes.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Siakam, Pacers to visit Mitchell, Cavaliers

The Cavaliers will play host to conference opponent Indiana

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday McConnell is out for Friday's game versus the Hornets due to right hamstring soreness.

Impact The veteran floor general's next opportunity to return arrives Sunday in Cleveland. More playing time will be available for Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson in the backcourt Friday.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring soreness McConnell is out for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to right hamstring soreness.

Impact The veteran floor general's next chance to return arrives Friday, when the Pacers take on the Hornets in Charlotte. The door is open for each of Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson to claim a more prominent role at point guard Wednesday.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play McConnell (hamstring) is available for Sunday's meeting with Miami, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact McConnell will power through the hamstring issue, and he should be available for his usual minutes in the teens off the Pacers' bench. McConnell is averaging 9.3 points, 5.1 assists and 1.0 steals per game this season.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed questionable McConnell is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Miami due to right hamstring soreness.

Impact McConnell is at risk of missing Sunday's contest due to hamstring soreness, and he's one of six Pacers players to be given a questionable designation. If the veteran point guard can't play, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would likely see an uptick in playing time.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Downward trend continues McConnell closed Friday's 114-113 loss to the Clippers with two points (1-1 FG), three rebounds and three assists over 13 minutes.

Impact McConnell's playing time continues to trend in the wrong direction, having now played fewer than 15 minutes in back-to-back games. Although he was coming off a 17-point performance in a loss to the Lakers, McConnell simply isn't worth holding, given his lack of overall upside. Moving forward, he should only be rostered as an assists and steals specialist.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 43 as Lakers beat Pacers 137-130 with Caitlin Clark snapping photos

Luka Doncic scored 43 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers

MARCH 26 • Associated Press

Siakam scores 37 as Pacers end record 16-game slide with 128-126 victory at Orlando

Pascal Siakam scored 37 points and blocked Paolo Banchero’s attempted layup in the final seconds to help the Indiana Pacers end their franchise-record 16-game losing streak with a...

MARCH 24 • Associated Press

Good to go Saturday McConnell (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Impact McConnell has been playing through a tight right hamstring recently, and he'll continue to do so Saturday night. With the Pacers close to full health, look for McConnell to play upper-teens minutes off the bench. He had started in each of his last three appearances.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face San Antonio McConnell (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact McConnell continues to deal with right hamstring soreness but has been cleared to play in four consecutive contests. If the veteran point guard is unable to play Saturday, Kam Jones could see increased burn, especially if Andrew Nembhard (calf) is downgraded from questionable to out.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

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