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

Returning to action McConnell (knee/elbow) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the 76ers.

Impact The Pacers elected to sit McConnell down for Saturday's matchup to give him a breather, but he'll be back on the court Monday. He's been a bit sluggish lately, averaging 7.0 points in 17.3 minutes in his previous three appearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maxey, 76ers to host Huff and the Pacers

The 76ers will play host to conference opponent Indiana

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Robinson and Cunningham lead Pistons to rout of shorthanded Pacers, 121-78

Duncan Robinson and Cade Cunningham each scored 16 points in limited minutes as the Detroit Pistons routed the shorthanded Indiana Pacers 121-78 on Saturday night at Little Caesars...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Sitting Saturday McConnell won't play in Saturday's game against the Pistons due to left knee/elbow injury management.

Impact McConnell will take a seat for the second half of team's back-to-back along with a good majority of Indiana's key contributors. Look for Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson to step up in the backcourt as a result.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out nine assists in win McConnell amassed eight points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt), nine assists and two rebounds in 16 minutes during Friday's 127-119 win over the Pelicans.

Impact McConnell put up single-digit shot attempts for a third consecutive game but was efficient in his limited opportunities. The veteran point guard was impressive as a playmaker, finishing one assist shy of the game-high mark set by Andrew Nembhard. According to Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star, McConnell became just the second player in NBA history to record at least 3,000 career assists off the bench Friday and is now averaging 5.1 per game across 30 regular-season appearances. Lou Williams is the only other player to achieve that feat.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Toronto plays Indiana for conference showdown

Indiana faces Toronto in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Drops a dud Monday McConnell recorded five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 FT) and five assists across 15 minutes during Monday's 98-96 victory over the Celtics.

Impact McConnell came up short in the win, delivering arguably his worst performance in almost a month. Prior to Monday, the veteran had been playing well, despite continuing to see limited minutes. A performance like this is a reminder that he shouldn't be considered a must-roster player, but more of a stream option for assists and steals.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season high 23 points in win McConnell closed with 23 points (10-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and four steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 114-112 victory over the Hornets.

Impact McConnell stuffed the stat sheet in Thursday's win over the Hornets, setting a season high in points and steals while matching his high-water mark for assists. The 33-year-old guard saw an uptick in minutes with Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) sidelined and put up his best performance of the season. McConnell is averaging 12.1 points, 5.7 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals over 19 minutes per contest in his last nine games.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle wins his 1,000th game after monthlong wait as team ends 13-game skid

Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle has finally won his 1,000th career game

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Pacers beat Hornets 114-112 to end 13-game skid and give Rick Carlisle his 1,000th win

Pascal Siakam scored 30 points, grabbed 14 rebounds and made a driving layup with 11.5 seconds left to lift Indiana to a 114-112 win over the Charlotte Hornets that snapped the Pac...

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Decent line in loss McConnell registered 10 points (5-9 FG), four rebounds and five assists over 21 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 loss to the Magic.

Impact With Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) expected to be sidelined for a while, McConnell could see his workload trend up into the low 20s. He's generally a strong source of assists and steals on efficient shooting when the minutes are there, and it looks like they will be.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday McConnell (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact As expected, McConnell will shed his probable tag due to right hamstring soreness. The veteran point guard has played in four of Indiana's last five games, averaging 9.8 points and 5.3 assists while shooting 57.7 percent from the field across 17.0 minutes per contest during that span.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Friday McConnell (hamstring) is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact McConnell will carry a probable tag for the second straight game on Friday. The veteran guard is averaging 10.5 points, 5.7 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 17.3 minutes over his last six appearances.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday McConnell (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.

Impact As expected, McConnell will shake off his probable tag due to right hamstring soreness. Over his last five outings, the veteran point guard has averaged 11.8 points, 5.2 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 17.4 minutes per tilt.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday McConnell is probable for Wednesday's game against the Magic with left hamstring soreness.

Impact McConnell returned from a one-game absence Monday against Houston, finishing with six points, one rebound, four assists and one steal. He's still day-to-day with mild soreness, but he intends to keep pushing through it.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 16 minutes in return McConnell accumulated six points (2-7 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one steal across 16 minutes during Monday's 126-119 loss to the Rockets.

Impact McConnell continues to deal with a minor hamstring concern, although he was able to suit up Monday, after missing the previous game. With Indiana likely leaning into its youth, it appears as though McConnell is going to be limited to no more than 20 minutes on most nights. He can be a serviceable source of assists and steals, although should be viewed as more of a streamer than a must-roster player.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday McConnell (hamstring) will play Monday against Houston.

Impact McConnell will be returning from a one-game absence to reprise his role as Indiana's backup point guard. Over his last five appearances, McConnell has averaged 11.4 points, 5.2 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 17.2 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday McConnell (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact McConnell could miss a second straight game due to right hamstring soreness. If he is unable to play, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson are candidates for increased roles.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana visits Houston on 4-game road skid

Indiana looks to stop its four-game road skid with a win against Houston

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Impact McConnell will be held out of the second leg of the Pacers' back-to-back set due to right hamstring soreness, and his next chance to play will come Monday against the Rockets. With the veteran point guard sidelined, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson are candidates for increased burn.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana hosts Boston, aims to stop home losing streak

Indiana will attempt to stop its three-game home skid when the Pacers face Boston

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Records 16 points in loss McConnell closed with 16 points (7-9 FG, 2-2 FT), six assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 111-94 loss to the Bucks.

Impact After missing Monday's loss to Boston due to left knee soreness, McConnell returned to action and impressed off the bench Tuesday. The veteran point guard led the Pacers in scoring, matching his season-high mark in points. The 33-year-old also tied the game-high mark in assists and has dished out at least five dimes in four of his last five appearances. McConnell continues to see consistent burn and should remain Andrew Nembhard's primary backup.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Porter, Rollins guide Bucks past Pacers 111-94

Kevin Porter Jr. scored 24 points, Ryan Rollins had 23 and the Milwaukee Bucks, playing their seventh consecutive game without the injured Giannis Antetokounmpo, beat the Indiana P...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Available Tuesday McConnell (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact McConnell was held out of Monday's loss to Boston due to left knee soreness but will shed his questionable tag and suit up for the second leg of Indiana's back-to-back set. Over his last five games, the veteran point guard has averaged 9.4 points, 5.0 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 16.8 minutes per tilt.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers vs. Bucks injury report Dec. 23: Giannis Antetokounmpo, T.J. McConnell, & more The Indiana Pacers will host the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night in their second matchup of the regular season.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

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