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Siakam and McConnell apologize to Pacers fans after Finals loss

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By Titan Frey | Last updated Jun 23, 2025 1:56 PM ET

The Indiana Pacers failed to bring the franchise its first NBA title after losing 103-91 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals . This was a massive blow to Pacers fans—one which Pascal Siakam and TJ McConnell apologized for.

“The support all year has been amazing,” Siakam said. “Just to see how the city was so alive, and we feel blessed that we were the people that gave them that. We’re sorry, we wanted to do it for Indy. We wanted it more than anything.

“Just for the city, for the state, just because they deserve it,” Siakam continued. “These guys sleep, breathe basketball, and it was refreshing for me to be in that environment and to see how much basketball means to a group of people. I’m super grateful, and I hope you guys can see that we fought hard and we’re sorry we couldn’t get it done.”

McConnell followed Siakam with his gratitude towards the Pacers fans, as well as apologizing for coming up short.

“They’re absolutely incredible,” McConnell said. “Just want to apologize for coming up short. We wouldn’t be in this position without them. They’ve willed us to a lot of wins, and it’s an honor and a pleasure to play in front of them.”

The Pacers may have come up short by one game in this year’s Finals, but there is hope. Once Tyrese Haliburton recovers from his devastating injury, Indiana could very well find themselves back in the Finals, fighting for another championship.

This article first appeared on Ball Exclusives and was syndicated with permission.

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