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Paul George Officially Ruled Out for Season After Injury-Plagued Year

The 76ers forward underwent injections for groin and knee injuries, ending a disappointing debut season with the team.

  • Paul George has been shut down for the remainder of the 2024-25 NBA season following injections in his left adductor muscle and left knee.
  • The 34-year-old forward played only 41 games this season, averaging 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists—some of the lowest stats of his career.
  • George signed a four-year, $212 million contract with the 76ers in July 2024, but injuries have significantly hindered his performance and availability.
  • The 76ers, sitting 12th in the Eastern Conference and five games out of the play-in tournament, are likely to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
  • Philadelphia's struggles this season, compounded by injuries to Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, may help the team retain its top-six protected first-round draft pick.
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