T.J. McConnell delivered an outstanding performance in Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs, scoring a playoff career-high of 20 points with a 78% field goal percentage during a crucial 17-6 run by the Pacers. McConnell also contributed 9 assists, 4 steals, and committed only 1 turnover in just 23 minutes off the bench, playing a pivotal role in the Indiana Pacers' victory to eliminate the Milwaukee Bucks. This win propelled the Pacers into the Eastern Conference Semifinals. McConnell's performance was highlighted during the game with praise from commentator Spero Dedes and post-game commendations from Pacers coach Rick Carlisle, who called him a 'major difference maker'. Additionally, McConnell himself acknowledged the support of the Pacers' crowd, describing them as 'the best in the NBA'.
"His bounce back was phenomenal... He was the major difference maker." Coach Rick Carlisle praises TJ McConnell after dropping 20 PTS with 9 AST to lead the @Pacers to the East Semis 🗣️ https://t.co/tVKZ1qBfbm
"Best in the NBA." TJ McConnell comments on the Pacers' crowd after his crucial 20-point Game 6 to advance to the East Semis 🗣️ https://t.co/ouAsiAKJzZ
"GIVE IT TO HIM!" T.J. McConnell had 20 PTS (78% FG), 9 AST, 4 STL, 1 T0 in 23 MINS off the bench to eliminate the Bucks. https://t.co/SxuNHTXodP https://t.co/E6nNxFbr0p
"McConnell! He can do no wrong here in Game 6! Playoff career-high 20 for T.J. McConnell!" - Spero Dedes 🏀🔥🎙️ https://t.co/THvUD8NUks
TJ McConnell Is Good. https://t.co/MdyK23x9y0
17-6 INDY RUN ‼️ TJ McConnell works the spin and sinks the jumper on TNT! #NBAPlayoffs presented by Google Pixel https://t.co/jck2KaYdaK