INDIANA — Indiana Pacers’ guard T.J. McConnell spoke to the media about honoring his sister, Phoenix Mercury’s Megan McConnell, ahead of the first game of the NBA Finals.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Your brother wearing your rookie pro jersey to his first @NBA Finals game is such a flex ???? pic.twitter.com/J5aZrwQVxP
— Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) June 5, 2025
T.J. McConnell arrived wearing his sister’s WNBA jersey, something he said was special for himself and his family. Megan McConnell signed with the Mercury on June 3 and made her debut the same night against the Minnesota Lynx.
“I love my sister dearly,” he said. “I’m so proud of everything she’s accomplished, so when she made the team I was at a loss for words.”
May 11, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Kaitlyn Chen (2) against Phoenix Mercury guard Megan McConnell (16) during a preseason game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Pacers’ guard explained the process of getting the jersey and credited the Mercury organization for helping.
“I tried to get that jersey as quickly as I could so I could wear it,” he said. “And honor her and show her how proud of her I am.”
— Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) June 6, 2025
Megan McConnell made sure to show her brother love back by wearing his NBA jersey ahead of Phoenix’s game against the Golden State Valkryies on June 5.
Jun 8, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) shoots the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half during game two of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
The Indiana Pacers are currently tied against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 1-1, in the NBA Finals with their next game on Wednesday, June 11 at 5:30 p.m.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
