In what has become a rare occurrence this season, the Philadelphia 76ers had Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George on the court at the same time on Thursday. But having their big three playing together didn't matter.
Paul George scored 17 points to lead the 76ers, who have lost six straight and eight of nine. Philadelphia fell a season-worst 15 games under .500.
Though this is largely due to the injuries that Joel Embiid and Paul George have dealt with all season, it is still a tough look for the 76ers as they are in legitimate danger of missing the postseason.
Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis, right, is fouled by Philadelphia 76ers' Paul George during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum
After getting some time off, Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George bought himself a nice recovery period as his pinky injury continues to linger. While George has been frequently popping up on the Sixers’ injury report,
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George missed five games after suffering an injury to the extensor tendon in his left pinky finger on Jan. 25. Since returning to the lineup on Feb. 5, George has been playing with a splint on that finger.
Paul George and wife Daniela are living it up during their vacation to St. Barts amid criticisms as the NBA star is having one of the worst offensive seasons of this career.
Paul George is one of the players battling through injuries, and he's been receiving pain-killing injections over the past few weeks.