Paul George’s struggles with health this season have been far from a joke. The Clippers’ 2nd option has played 30 of the Clippers’ 45 games. That may not seem that bad at first. But, the man’s health catching up to him again means that the number may get far worse.
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Over the course of the season, George has had to stay on the sidelines for multiple different reasons. And now, the flavor of the day seems to be his hamstring, something that forced him to miss the franchise’s recent contest against the Rockets.
The worrying pattern of his health is starting to return, begging a single question.
Will Paul George be healthy enough for the 76ers tonight?
ESPN reveals Paul George’s status ahead of Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers
The Western Conference is filled with contenders this season. And one of the biggest reasons the Clippers are in that circle is Paul George.
Yet, the franchise sits just 6th in the West, in dire need of wins. And against the 76ers, they will need Paul George to make it happen.
And there is a chance the Clippers do get him.
As per ESPN, the star is questionable for tonight’s game. In other words, while it isn’t a sure thing, there is a fair chance that the man will take the floor tonight.
It will all likely come down to how his hamstring feels before the start of the match.
What is Paul George averaging this season?
Paul George is averaging 23.7 points, 6 rebounds, 5.1 assists, 1.5 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game.
The Clippers star is also hitting on 45.1% of his shots from the field, 38.5% from beyond the arc, and 88.7% from the charity stripe.
