Paul George

Sixers forward Paul George acknowledged a “poorly timed decision” that led to his 25-game suspension for violating the NBA’s anti-drug program. George declined to share specifics about the failed test, calling it “more on the personal side,” but took responsibility for the situation. “At the moment, I didn’t know exactly the repercussions,” he said, via […] The post Sixers’ Paul George addresses suspension, set for return appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Paul George makes first public comments after his 25-game suspension for drug use.

Tyrese Maxey is out of commission right now for the Philadelphia 76ers due to a finger injury, which will keep him sidelined for at least three weeks. The timing has been awful, as the 76ers are holding on for dear life to avoid the Play-In Tournament. Aside from Maxey, Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Kelly […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey drops hilarious LeBron James anecdote in Jimmy Fallon debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

With his 25-game suspension behind him, Paul George said Tuesday he feels he's in a "much better place."

The Sixers' Paul George, who was suspended 25 games for a failed drug test, is set to return Wednesday when Philadelphia faces the Boston Celtics.

The Sixers, despite a slew of injuries, won more games than they lost during Paul George's suspension.

The Sixers have an injury report for tomorrow's game vs. Chicago. Joel Embiid (right oblique strain) is QUESTIONABLE. Here is the full report:

Paul George‘s 25-game absence from the Sixers‘ lineup was the result of a suspension rather than an injury, but that layoff may have come with some health-related benefits for the veteran forward. According to Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports (Twitter link), George suggested in his first post-suspension comments to reporters today that he was still […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to welcome Paul George back to the lineup from this 25-game suspension this week as they continue to battle for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference standings. Paul George spoke to the media for the first time following his suspension, and the 76ers’ star did not get into the specifics […] The post Paul George refuses to reveal ‘specifics’ of what led to his suspension appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Paul George apologized to Philadelphia, his family, his teammates and the organization. Said he has to own up to his mistake after being brought here to be a leader. “To let people down hurt more than anything.” George shouted out teammates for having his back.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points, Jalen Williams added 18 in his return to the lineup and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their 12th game in a row Monday night with a 123-103 victory over the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers. Jared McCain had 13 points for the Thunder in his first game in Philadelphia since last month's trade. VJ Edgecombe scored 35 points for the 76ers, who played without Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Paul George.

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse had a positive update to share about Paul George as the veteran star makes his way back from a suspension this season. George has been on the sidelines throughout the second half of the season due to a 25-game suspension. The NBA suspended the star forward as he failed […] The post Nick Nurse updates 76ers fans on Paul George’s ramp-up before suspension return appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Utah Jazz on Saturday, March 21 at the Delta Center with a depleted lineup. Joel Embiid (right oblique strain), Tyrese Maxey (right finger tendon strain), Kelly Oubre Jr. (left elbow sprain), Johni Broome (right knee surgery), and Paul George (league suspension) are all out. Utah also suffers significant absences, […] The post 76ers vs Jazz injury report: who is available on Saturday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Philadelphia 76ers and Sacramento Kings face significant roster challenges as they prepare for Thursday night’s matchup at Golden 1 Center. Game time is set for 10:00 PM ET, with both teams dealing with injuries that could impact rotations and strategy. Philadelphia enters the contest without Johni Broome (right knee, surgery recovery), Paul George (league […] The post 76ers vs Kings injury report for March 19 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

As Paul George nears a return from his 25-game suspension following a violation of the NBA’s anti-drug program, there still exists a level of vagueness behind the actual reason for his suspension. The NBA simply stated that the suspension was classified as a first-time offense under the collective bargaining agreement and did not disclose the […] The post Bill Simmons hints at the truth behind 76ers’ Paul George suspension appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Philadelphia 76ers face Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, and Joel Embiid once again sits at the center of the injury report. The 76ers list Embiid as out with a right oblique strain, placing Philadelphia’s franchise star in focus as the team looks to extend a two-game winning streak. The 76ers […] The post Is Joel Embiid playing vs. Nikola Jokic tonight? 76ers vs. Nuggets injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

76ers No Joel Embiid. No Tyrese Maxey. No Paul George. Yet the Sixers have won three of their last four, leaning heavily on young pieces like VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes and Justin Edwards, as noted by Tony Jones of The Athletic. Edgecombe, in particular, is getting a real taste of responsibility. He’s seeing defenses geared […] The post NBA Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Grizzlies, relocation, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .

The Hospital Sixers face a much stiffer test Sunday against the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Philadelphia 76ers are once again dealing with injuries that are affecting the outcome of their season, and it’s still happening to their star players. Last season, it was Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George who missed the majority of the 76ers’ games, and they were barely on the court together. This season is […] The post Why 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe ‘doesn’t care’ about negativity amid Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Philadelphia 76ers face a depleted roster when they visit the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, March 12 at 7:00 PM ET. Philadelphia will be without Joel Embiid (right oblique strain), Tyrese Maxey (right finger tendon injury), Kelly Oubre Jr. (left elbow sprain), Paul George (league suspension), and Johni Broome (right knee […] The post 76ers vs Pistons injury update: key absences could reshape Thursday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .