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Indiana Fever sign sister of Pacers fan favorite to free agent contract to help Caitlin Clark
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The Indiana Fever have signed Megan McConnell, sister of Pacers guard T.J. McConnell, to a training camp contract. This move aims to support Caitlin Clark as she attempts to make the team.
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The Indiana Fever are keeping it local.
They've signed Megan McConnell to a contract -- she's the sister of NBA guard T.J. McConnell of the Indiana Pacers.
T.J. is a fan favorite in the Hoosier State. Megan will simply be trying to make the team.
The contract news came from reporter Scott Agness, who notes it's a training camp contract for Megan.
Megan was a college standout at Duquesne but has not yet been able to break through in the WNBA.
She played a single WNBA game a year ago for the Phoenix Mercury. In that contest, she played 13 minutes and scored 3 points with 3 assists while grabbing a rebound and snatching a steal.
The Pacers are having a strong offseason, and there won't be a ton of spots to seize on the back portion of the roster unless there are some injuries.
On the flip side, Megan has a useful enough skillset as a defensive-minded distributor that the Fever could choose to give her a real chance.
Of course, Indiana will want to see how she gels with Caitlin Clark. That's how a lot of roster decisions have to be considered for the Fever. If a player fits well with the superstar, that's a big factor in her favor.
It remains to be seen whether Megan will make the Fever, but she's getting a chance, and her supportive brother will surely be rooting her on.
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Q&A
Who is Megan McConnell and why did the Indiana Fever sign her?
Megan McConnell is the sister of Pacers guard T.J. McConnell, and the Indiana Fever signed her to a training camp contract to bolster their roster.
What type of contract did Megan McConnell sign with the Indiana Fever?
Megan McConnell signed a training camp contract with the Indiana Fever.
How does Megan McConnell's signing impact Caitlin Clark's chances with the Indiana Fever?
Megan McConnell's signing is intended to support Caitlin Clark as she competes for a spot on the team.
