The Indiana Pacers have officially re-signed T. J. McConnell to a three-year contract, making him the new general point…
The Pacers have officially locked in veteran point guard T. J. McConnell with a four-year extension worth approximately $45 million, keeping him in Indiana through the 2028–29 season .
McConnell, undrafted out of Arizona in 2015, emerged as a defensive disruptor and playmaking spark off the bench. Last season, he averaged a career-best 10.2 points and 5.5 assists over 71 regular-season games and stepped even further up in the playoffs, delivering 11.8 points and 5.1 assists per game as the Pacers reached the Eastern Conference Finals . His ability to maintain the team’s fast pace and inject intensity when Tyrese Haliburton rested made him indispensable .
Financially, the deal is structured to benefit both sides: worth roughly $44.8 million, with partial guarantees in years three and four as well as a team option on the final year—making it team-friendly while acknowledging McConnell’s veteran value .
Pacers executives praised his competitive spirit and locker‑room leadership. As President of Basketball Operations Kevin Pritchard commented, “every team in the NBA would like a player that possesses the same intensity…T.J. has become a steadying veteran presence” . Reddit fans echoed the sentiment, calling it “a fantastic deal,” highlighting McConnell’s excellent value relative to his production .
In short, Indiana is ensuring continuity, depth, and culture by retaining a high-impact reserve who plays well beyond the stat sheet.
