Paul George Opts Out, Sixers Emerge as Leading Contender
The Clippers star becomes an unrestricted free agent, with Philadelphia positioned to offer a lucrative deal.
- Paul George declined his $48.8 million player option for the 2024-25 season, becoming an unrestricted free agent.
- He is set to meet with the Clippers, Sixers, and Magic after the new league year begins.
- The Sixers have over $60 million in cap space and are seen as a strong contender to sign George.
- Philadelphia's potential acquisition of George could attract other key role players to the team.
- The Sixers' free agency strategy hinges on George's decision, with significant implications for their roster and cap space.
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