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Fieldhouse Files with Scott Agness

'The best job I ever have': Now a father, T.J. McConnell has something much bigger to play for

"The moment he was born made me want to be a better player, a better person and all of the above.”

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Scott Agness
Jan 16, 2021
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T.J. McConnell rejoined the Pacers in Portland after the birth of his son.

The last seven days were full of emotions for T.J. McConnell. Very little sleep, too, after his wife delivered a healthy baby boy one week ago.

McConnell and his wife, Valerie, have been soaking up those very first moments. With approval of the Pacers front office, telling him to t…

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