Paul George Participates In Sixers Practice On Thursday, Is "Progressing"
5 months agoPhiladelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) participated in the Sixers' practice on Thursday and looks like he's progressing, according to head coach Nick Nurse. George suffered a bone bruise in a preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks and has been sidelined from most basketball action since. Philadelphia is likely to be very cautious in their approach to George's health, especially given their extremely cautious approach to teammate Joel Embiid's knee. The 34-year-old was set to have his knee re-evaluated this week, but there has been no update on his knee's overall health since the bone-bruise diagnosis last week. Fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised not to see George play in regular-season action for at least another week or two. In the meantime, Eric Gordon should continue to get starts for Philly, though his fantasy value may not impress much, as the veteran went 1-for-6 for just two points in their season opener against Milwaukee on Wednesday.
Source: Noah Levick
Source: Noah Levick
Paul George Ruled Out For Friday
2 weeks agoPhiladelphia 76ers forward Paul George (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. George has missed four games in a row and is set to miss his fifth game. The injury report notes that George's absence is due to groin soreness, and the Philadelphia 76ers have not placed a timeline on George's return yet. George, who signed a four-year, $212 million max deal with the Philadelphia 76ers after five seasons with the LA Clippers, is averaging only 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists in 41 games.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Paul George Assessing Options With Surgery Possible
2 weeks agoShams Charania of ESPN reports that Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (groin) is consulting with doctors on treatment options for his groin and knee injuries. A decision will be made on whether he'll need a procedure to address either injury. George has missed four consecutive contests dealing with the nagging injuries. He will likely be out of action against Indiana on Friday and Sunday in Dallas as a treatment plan for the 34-year-old will be decided upon next week. With just over a month left in the season, George could very well be shut down since the Sixers don't have much riding on the rest of the season.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Paul George Ruled Out For Monday And Wednesday
3 weeks agoKeith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Philadelphia 76ers' guard/forward, Paul George (groin), won't play against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday or the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. George has been dealing with injury issues all season long and will miss the next two 76ers games due to groin soreness. Fantasy managers should monitor his status throughout the week, as the 34-year-old could return Friday versus the Pacers.
Source: Keith Pompey
Source: Keith Pompey
Paul George Sits Out Thursday's Game
3 weeks agoPhiladelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Boston Celtics. The team has downgraded George from questionable to out, as the nine-time All-Star battles left groin soreness. Tyrese Maxey (back) also won't play on Thursday, so Philadelphia's offense should heavily revolve around Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes. The latter has put together a very impressive three-game stretch, averaging 29.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 2.0 steals, with 42.9 percent shooting from three-point range.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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