It’s not just his dribble. Once McConnell picks up the rock in the paint, he keeps his pivot foot alive as if his own life depends on it. He can twist and flick an incredible array of mid-range, falling jumpers that have almost become eradicated by today’s modern offenses. “T.J. McConnell is such a good player,” Celtics center Al Hoford said. “He’s been a load for us,” Holiday said. “With our scouting and all that, we focus on T.J. a lot.” He has one year remaining beyond this season on his current deal, an attractive salary as league executives view TJ McConnell as one of the best reserves in the league. His value contract, in addition to his endless battery, most notably drew trade inquiries from the Phoenix Suns throughout this past season, league sources told Yahoo Sports.
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