However, there are discussions on Reddit about ESPN suspending user accounts on “ESPN Bet” (the sportsbook app), but these relate to users losing access or funds—not to athletes betting or being suspended. One user said:
> “ESPN Bet banned my sister and won’t pay out her money” ([reddit.com][1])
But that’s about the app, not a player violation.
Meanwhile, T.J. McConnell has been in the spotlight for his on-court efforts with the Indiana Pacers—especially during the 2025 NBA Finals. But nothing suggests he’s been suspended or disciplined for gambling ([newsweek.com][2]).
Here’s what we know:
* **No official confirmation**: Neither ESPN nor credible outlets have reported a suspension of McConnell.
* **Likely confusion**: It could be a misunderstanding involving ESPN’s betting app, not the person.
* **McConnell remains active**: He’s actively playing in the NBA and hasn’t been flagged by the league for any betting violations.
