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December 31, 2025
Cleared to play Wednesday
McConnell (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis
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.
December 30, 2025
Probable for Wednesday
McConnell is probable for Wednesday's game against the Magic with right hamstring soreness.
Analysis
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.
December 30, 2025
Logs 16 minutes in return
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.
Analysis
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.
December 29, 2025
Good to go Monday
McConnell (hamstring) will play Monday against Houston.
Analysis
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.
December 28, 2025
Iffy for Monday
McConnell (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis
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.
December 27, 2025
Ruled out Saturday
McConnell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Analysis
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.