McConnell will be rested Tuesday against the Jazz.
The Pacers are sitting out several key players for the second leg of this back-to-back set. This could become a trend for the team down the stretch. With Andrew Nembhard also resting, guys like Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson could be heavily involved for Indiana.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Quiet in loss Monday
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McConnell posted five points (2-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two assists and one steal over 16 minutes during Monday's 118-114 loss to the Rockets.
McConnell scored in single digits for the fifth time in the past six games, continuing to play a limited role off the bench. For whatever reason, Rick Carlisle seems to have made up his mind when it comes to McConnell's role, consistently capping his minutes despite the veteran guard being at full health. For now, McConnell should be considered a streaming option for assists and steals.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Efficient off bench Monday
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McConnell contributed 16 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, three assists and one steal across 18 minutes off the bench during Monday's 132-116 loss to the Hawks.
The veteran guard provided some instant offense from the second unit, as he scored in double digits for just the second time in his last seven games. Despite his inconsistent production on a game-to-game basis, McConnell is averaging 10.3 points, 5.1 assists, 1.8 boards and 1.3 steals in 18.3 minutes over 12 contests in January.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Returning to action
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McConnell (knee/elbow) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the 76ers.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Sitting Saturday
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McConnell won't play in Saturday's game against the Pistons due to left knee/elbow injury management.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Dishes out nine assists in win
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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.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Delivers dud Monday
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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.
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 streaming option for assists and steals.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Drops season-high 23 points in win
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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.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Decent line in loss
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McConnell registered 10 points (5-9 FG), four rebounds and five assists over 21 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 loss to the Magic.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Available Friday
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McConnell (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Probable for Friday
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McConnell (hamstring) is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs.
McConnell will carry a probable tag for the second straight game Friday. The veteran point 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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Cleared to play Wednesday
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McConnell (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Probable for Wednesday
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McConnell is probable for Wednesday's game against the Magic with right hamstring soreness.
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's likely to keep pushing through it.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Logs 16 minutes in return
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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.
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 he should be viewed as more of a streamer than a must-roster player.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Good to go Monday
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McConnell (hamstring) will play Monday against Houston.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Iffy for Monday
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McConnell (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Ruled out Saturday
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McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Records 16 points in loss
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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.
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.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Iffy for Tuesday
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McConnell (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
McConnell remains day-to-day after missing Monday's game against the Celtics. If he can't give it a go, the Pacers could turn to Johnny Furphy and Quenton Jackson off the bench.
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Pacers' T.J. McConnell: Won't play Monday
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McConnell (knee) will not play Monday against the Celtics.
McConnell will be listed as day-to-day moving forward with left knee soreness. In his absence, more minutes will be available for players such as Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson.
