George recorded 17 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during the Sixers' 123-91 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs Sunday.
George had less field-goal attempts than both VJ Edgecombe (16) and Kelly Oubre (14), but George's work at the charity stripe still led to him finishing as the 76ers' second-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (21 points). The Sixers could be without Joel Embiid (appendectomy) for the opening round of the playoffs, so George may need to be more selfish on offense to alleviate some of the burden off Maxey's shoulders.
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76ers' Paul George: Scores 21 points vs. former team
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George logged 21 points (9-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Friday's 105-94 victory over the Pacers.
George posted a decent stat line against one of his former teams, as he played the first seven seasons of his career in Indiana. The veteran forward should be the Sixers' No. 2 option on offense behind Tyrese Maxey as long as Joel Embiid remains out while recovering from appendicitis. George is ending the season on a strong note, as he's scored at least 20 points in four of his last six outings. If he suits up for Sunday's regular-season finale, he should handle a steady workload on offense once again.
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76ers' Paul George: Drains four more treys in loss
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George finished with 16 points (5-15 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 38 minutes during Monday's 115-102 loss to the Spurs.
The veteran forward has been locked in from the perimeter, both on offense and defense, since returning from his suspension in late March. Over the last seven games, George has recorded multiple steals six times and drained three or more treys seven times, averaging 24.4 points, 6.1 boards, 4.3 threes, 4.0 assists and 2.9 steals while shooting 46.9 percent from beyond the arc.
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76ers' Paul George: Available to play Saturday
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George (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
As expected, George will suit up and should handle a big role on offense due to the absence of Joel Embiid (knee). George is averaging 27.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 3.2 steals per game since returning from a 25-game suspension in late March.
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76ers' Paul George: Likely to play Saturday
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George (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against Detroit, per Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com.
George is expected to play the second half of this back-to-back set. The star forward is red hot, averaging 27.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.2 steals and 4.6 three-pointers per contest in five games since coming off his suspension.
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76ers' Paul George: Erupts for season-high 39 points
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George contributed 39 points (15-22 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six assists, five rebounds and three steals across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 153-131 win over the Wizards.
George took advantage of a favorable matchup and scored a game- and season-high 39 points while knocking down at least four triples for a fourth consecutive contest. Additionally, the star forward tied his season high in assists and grabbed at least five rebounds for the third time over his last four games. He has also tallied at least three swipes three times in that four-game stretch, during which he has averaged 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.8 steals per contest.
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76ers' Paul George: Full stat line in win
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George racked up 26 points (9-19 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 13 rebounds, four steals, two assists and one block across 36 minutes in Saturday's 118-114 win over the Hornets.
Appearing in his second game following a 25-game suspension, George remained productive while contributing game highs in rebounds and steals. The star forward grabbed a season-high 13 rebounds en route to his second double-double on the campaign, and he tallied four swipes for a second straight game. He has also reached the 25-point mark in back-to-back outings.
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76ers' Paul George: Lethal from deep in return
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George recorded 28 points (11-22 FG, 6-13 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists, four steals and one block over 26 minutes during the 76ers' 157-137 win over the Bulls on Wednesday.
With Tyrese Maxey (finger) and Kelly Oubre (elbow) both sidelined, the Sixers got a much-needed boost Wednesday with the returns of George Joel Embiid (oblique). George didn't score his first points until the second quarter, but the veteran forward came alive in the second half, pouring in 23 of his points over the final two quarters. George demonstrated his prowess on both ends of the floor and played nearly the entire third quarter, which is a good sign after after he had missed the previous 25 games while serving a suspension. With George and Embiid back in the fold and Maxey and Oubre close to returning, the 76ers are on track to be at full health heading into the Eastern Conference playoffs.
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76ers' Paul George: On track to return Wednesday
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Philadelphia head coach Nick Nurse said that George won't require a ramp-up period and will be ready to play Wednesday against the Bulls after completing his 25-game suspension, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
George served the final game of his suspension in Monday's 123-103 loss to the Thunder and is now eligible to return to the court Wednesday for his first appearance since Jan. 29. Nurse appeared confident that George will hit the ground running, as he noted Monday that the star forward will essentially be a full go in his first game back. The Fresno State product was averaging 16.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.5 steals in 27 games before being slapped with a 25-game ban for violating the league's anti-drug program.
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76ers' Paul George: Suspended 25 games
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The NBA suspended George for 25 games Saturday for violating the league's Anti-Drug program.
The suspension will start with Saturday's game against the Pelicans and will keep George off the floor until late March. When healthy, George made an impact as the team's third option behind Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, so George's extended absence is a big blow to a Sixers team in the midst of a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race. In George's absence, Dominick Barlow figures to be the top candidate to enter the 76ers' starting lineup, and Kelly Oubre should also take on an expanded role for Philadelphia.
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76ers' Paul George: Available to play
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George (knee) is available for Thursday's game versus the Kings, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
George was being listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. George is averaging 16.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 2.5 triples and 1.5 steals per game this season.
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76ers' Paul George: Expected to play Thursday
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George is probable for Thursday's game against the Kings due to left knee injury management.
George has been a mainstay on the 76ers' injury report throughout the year, but he remains on track to suit up Thursday. Over his last six appearances, the star forward has averaged 16.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 31.7 minutes per contest.
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76ers' Paul George: Paces Philadelphia in win
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George tallied 32 points (11-21 FG, 9-15 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 33 minutes in Tuesday's 139-122 win over the Bucks.
George got into a rhythm from three-point range, knocking down a season-high nine triples en route to a game-high 32 points. He had shot just 29.6 percent from downtown in his previous 10 appearances this month. The veteran forward was productive across the board in his return from a one-game absence, contributing at least 30 points, five rebounds and five assists for the first time this season and for just the third time in his tenure with the 76ers. He has reached the 30-point threshold twice this season.
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76ers' Paul George: Available to play
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George (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
George was being listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be available. The 35-year-old veteran has put in averages of 15.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 2.2 triples and 1.4 steals per game this season.
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76ers' Paul George: Expected to play
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George (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
After sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set Monday against Charlotte, George is expected to return to the lineup Tuesday. Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable, however, so George could potentially see a bump in usage against the Bucks.
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76ers' Paul George: Ruled out for Monday
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George has been ruled out for Monday's game versus the Hornets due to left knee injury management, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
George will miss the front end of this back-to-back set, and the veteran forward has yet to suit up in both legs of a back-to-back so far this season. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Milwaukee. Dominick Barlow and Trendon Watford are candidates to see increased minutes due to George being sidelined, while Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker could enter the Philadelphia rotation.
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76ers' Paul George: Green light to play Saturday
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George (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Knicks.
George has been cleared to play a second consecutive game while managing a left knee injury. He has averaged 14.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.8 threes and 1.6 steals over 32.4 minutes per game since Jan. 1.
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76ers' Paul George: Expected to play Saturday
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George is probable for Saturday's game against the Knicks due to left knee injury management.
The 76ers continue to monitor the health of George, who's expected to play Saturday. Over his last five appearances, the star forward has averaged 14.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.8 steals in 31.7 minutes per game.
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76ers' Paul George: Rips away three steals in win
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George notched 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals in 37 minutes during Thursday's 128-122 overtime victory over the Rockets.
With Kelly Oubre catching fire and Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey combining for 68 points, there just weren't many shots available for George in this one. Still, he came through with the defensive stats, hit a few triples, dished out some dimes and committed only one turnover in his 37 minutes of floor time. Managers can anticipate a more robust scoring performance Saturday versus the Knicks.
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76ers' Paul George: Will play Thursday
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George (knee) is available for Thursday's game against Houston.
George is available to play following a two-game absence due to knee injury management. Over his last 11 appearnces, the star forward has averaged 15.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.1 steals in 32.6 minutes per game.
