T.J. MCCONNELL NEWS

Dishes season-high 11 dimes McConnell totaled 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 11 assists, eight rebounds and two steals across 24 minutes during Saturday's 130-112 loss to Memphis.

Impact Through the first two games of Tyrese Haliburton's (knee) absence, McConnell has remained in a bench role but has nonetheless been a prime beneficiary of the star point guard's absence. McConnell has played exactly 24 minutes in both of the last two contests, averaging 13.0 points, 9.5 assists, 7.5 rebounds and 2.0 steals. Even if his playing time doesn't pick up from this level, McConnell looks like he'll be a strong option in 12-team category leagues while Haliburton is likely sidelined until the early portion of February.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces well sans Haliburton McConnell closed Wednesday's 119-113 loss to the Knicks with 14 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 26 minutes.

Impact McConnell had one of his best performances of the season at a time when the Pacers needed him the most, as he helped fill in for Tyrese Haliburton (knee) following the starting point guard's early departure. Though the Pacers have yet to provide an official diagnosis for Haliburton, he required the assistance of crutches following Wednesday's game and appears likely to miss Friday's game against the Hawks, if not additional contests to follow. If that's the case, McConnell is a prime candidate to jump into the starting lineup, and he could be worthy of a speculative pickup for fantasy managers in need of help in the steals and assists categories.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday McConnell (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Knicks, Akeem Glaspie of IndyStarSports reports.

Impact McConnell has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday with right shoulder soreness. He is averaging 6.8 points, 3.0 assists and 1.4 rebounds in 15.2 minutes across his last five games.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday McConnell (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact McConnell left Sunday's win over the Hornets early after jamming his shoulder into Mason Plumlee. If McConnell is sidelined Wednesday, more minutes could be in store for Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts shoulder Sunday McConnell is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Hornets due to a sore right shoulder.

Impact McConnell suffered the injury when he jammed his shoulder in the Hornets' Mason Plumlee while setting a screen. If he's unable to return to action, he'll finish Sunday's game with zero points (0-2 FG), one rebound and one steal in nine minutes.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with injury McConnell left Sunday's game versus the Hornets with right shoulder soreness and is questionable to return.

Impact McConnell headed to the locker room in the third quarter of Sunday's contest. He tallied one rebound and one steal in nine minutes before suffering his injury.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

TJ McConnell Comments on Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid Saga With 76ers How does former 76ers guard TJ McConnell feel about the way the Ben Simmons saga played out?

JANUARY 6, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

TJ McConnell Comments on Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid Saga With 76ers How does former 76ers guard TJ McConnell feel about the way the Ben Simmons saga played out?

JANUARY 6, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

TJ McConnell: 76ers Got a 'Good One' in Tyrese Maxey Pacers guard TJ McConnell praised his former team’s budding star, Tyrese Maxey.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

TJ McConnell: 76ers Got a 'Good One' in Tyrese Maxey Pacers guard TJ McConnell praised his former team’s budding star, Tyrese Maxey.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

TJ McConnell upset Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons didn't work out for Sixers Former Philadelphia 76ers guard TJ McConnell is upset that the Joel Embiid-Ben Simmons duo didn’t work out.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

TJ McConnell Glad to See Another 'Remarkable' Run for Joel Embiid Former Sixers guard TJ McConnell is happy to see Joel Embiid’s “remarkable” turnaround after dealing with injuries early on.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Hits for 15 points off bench McConnell closed Monday's 122-114 victory over Toronto with 15 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), two rebounds and three assists in 21 minutes off the bench.

Impact It's the first time McConnell has scored in double digits in exactly a month, and the 15 points were his best scoring performance since he dropped 19 on the Magic on Nov. 21. The veteran point guard isn't seeing enough court time behind Tyrese Haliburton to be a consistent contributor, and over his last 14 games McConnell is averaging just 5.4 points, 4.3 assists and 1.9 boards over 16.4 minutes a night.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mathurin, Hield lead Pacers past Raptors for 4th straight

Bennedict Mathurin scored 21 points and Buddy Hield added 19 to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 122-114 victory over the Toronto Raptors for their fourth consecutive victory

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles to score Friday McConnell accumulated two points (1-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and five assists across 20 minutes during Friday's 111-108 win over the Heat.

Impact McConnell failed to score double-digit points for the ninth straight game. While the veteran guard provides some fantasy value with averages of 4.3 assists and 1.1 steals, he isn't much more than a reserve option in deeper leagues.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Wednesday McConnell (illness) has been cleared to play Wednesday against Minnesota.

Impact McConnell missed the Pacers' last two games due to a non-COVID illness, but he'll join Tyrese Haliburton (groin) and Myles Turner (hamstring) in returning to the rotation Wednesday. The veteran guard is averaging 20.2 minutes per game off the bench over his last 10 appearances. He's providing fantasy managers with 5.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game during that span.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Wednesday McConnell (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Minnesota.

Impact McConnell has already missed back-to-back games due to an illness. Tyrese Haliburton (groin) is also questionable, so if both point guards remain sidelined, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith and Bennedict Mathurin would be candidates for increased roles once again.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Nembhard has 31, leads Pacers past Warriors, 112-104

Rookie Andrew Nembhard scored a season-high 31 points and added 13 assists and eight rebounds to lead the undermanned Indiana Pacers to a 112-104 victory over the Golden State Warr...

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Monday McConnell (illness) won't play in Monday's game against Golden State, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Impact McConnell will miss a second straight matchup while dealing with an illness. Expect Andrew Nembhard to once again see increased run with McConnell sidelined.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday McConnell (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Impact McConnell sat out Sunday against the Trail Blazers due to a non-COVID illness, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up for the second half of the back-to-back set. Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard should continue to see increased run if McConnell remains out.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Sunday McConnell will not play in Sunday's game at Portland due to an illness, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Impact The good news is McConnell is not battling COVID-19, but with the Pacers entering a back-to-back set, he could end up missing a couple of games. The Pacers are also down Tyrese Haliburton (groin), so Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard will likely be looking at heavy workloads.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes 10 dimes in loss McConnell provided five points (2-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 137-114 loss to Sacramento.

Impact McConnell provided a spark off the bench with 10 assists, tying Tyrese Haliburton for the team lead in that category. McConnell added three steals to produce solid fantasy output despite scoring just five points. He's put himself on the fantasy radar of late by averaging 9.7 points, 6.3 dimes and 1.8 steals over his past six games.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Packs stat sheet in loss McConnell accumulated 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, five assists and two steals over 22 minutes during Sunday's 114-100 loss to the Clippers.

Impact McConnell scored in double figures for the third time in four games, and he also continues to show his value as a passer and on the defensive end. He's averaging 6.0 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.8 steals over his last four matchups and should continue to see a consistent 15-to-20 minutes behind Tyrese Haliburton.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zubac scores 31, pulls down 29 boards; Clippers beat Pacers

Ivica Zubac scored a season-high 31 points and pulled down a career-best 29 rebounds as the Los Angeles Clippers pulled away in the second half to beat the Indiana Pacers 114-100

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

T.J. McConnell guides Indiana Pacers with season best performance in win over Orlando Magic McConnell posted his first double double of the campaign on Monday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM