T.J. McConnell apologized to Indiana Pacers fans after their heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals. Despite McConnell's valiant effort stepping in for the injured Tyrese Haliburton, the Pacers fell short of securing their first title. Pascal Siakam echoed McConnell's sentiments, expressing the team's desire to win for the city and its devoted fans.
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