What happened: T.J. McConnell delivered a lob pass to Ivica Zubac for a finish at the rim. The play produced an interior score off the half-court set.
Why it matters: McConnell continues to direct possessions as a distributor after dealing with a right hamstring strain. Zubac remains an interior presence around the basket in his frontcourt role.
By the numbers: Zubac is averaging 9.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game in 2026-27 through 8 games.
What to watch: Both players look to maintain their offensive connection as the regular season schedule proceeds.