T.J. McConnell built his reputation on relentless hustle and crafty finishes around the rim during his decade-long NBA journey. As the first quarter clock expired against Oklahoma City, the veteran point guard received a handoff from Ben Sheppard in transition. McConnell accelerated toward the paint and pulled up from 7 feet, releasing his signature floater just before the buzzer sounded to give Indiana a 28-39 cushion. The pesky guard contributed 6 points, 3 assists and 2 steals in the Pacers' 117-114 road victory on January 23, 2026. · Jan 24, 2026