Paul George's first season with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2024-25 was rough, as the star wing struggled with injuries and only appeared in 41 total games.

He was the worst free-agent acquisition in franchise history. He was going to set the team back for several seasons. He was washed up and untradable. That was the belief. Nine months later, perhaps it’s a good time to reexamine Paul George’s 76ers reality.

Paul George heard the chatter. Given his age – he turned 35 in May – such claims were understandable, but George’s goal this season was to prove that they were unfounded. George is averaging more points this season despite playing fewer minutes as he continues to work his way back from offseason knee surgery.

Paul George pushed back against “washed” talk after the Sixers’ loss to Atlanta, citing his efficiency and All-Star form.

Unfortunately for the Philadelphia 76ers and the fantasy managers invested in their marquee players, injuries have been a significant factor in recent years. Whether we're talking Joel Embiid, Paul George or anyone else,

Paul George assures fans his back is fine after heavy minutes vs. Hawks, calling himself “a bird leaving the nest” and ready to take flight.

The Philadelphia 76ers react to the final possessions as well as the late no call in a road loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday.

After playing in the first 23 games of the season, an illness will cost Tyrese Maxey at least two consecutive games.