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76ers Retain Paul George and Commit to Using No. 3 Draft Pick

Following a challenging, injury-plagued season, the Philadelphia 76ers will keep Paul George and plan to bolster their roster with the third overall pick in the NBA Draft.

Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to media prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at the Wells Fargo Center on April 13, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • The Philadelphia 76ers have decided not to trade Paul George this offseason despite his injury-limited debut season with the team.
  • Paul George played only 41 games last season, averaging 16.2 points and 5.3 rebounds, as injuries hampered his performance.
  • Team sources indicate that George's trade value is currently too low to justify a move, and the organization believes in his potential to bounce back.
  • The 76ers have confirmed their intention to use the third overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft to add a promising young player to their roster.
  • Injuries to key players, including Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, contributed to the 76ers' franchise-worst 24-58 record last season, heightening the importance of a healthy core next year.