Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been ruled out for at least six weeks due to injections in his left adductor muscle and left knee, forcing him to sit out the rest of the regular season. The team announced this news on Monday, citing multiple injuries that have plagued George throughout the season. This development comes after George had already taken painkiller injections for five consecutive games before the NBA All-Star break in February.
George’s absence will keep the 76ers from achieving their goal of securing a spot in the playoffs. With George unable to play, the team is now competing for their lottery draft pick. Despite the disappointing season, this news may have a silver lining, as the Sixers’ top-six protected first-round pick would otherwise go to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The 34-year-old forward has played through various injuries throughout the season, including a groin soreness that forced him to sit out Philadelphia’s last four games. His decision to step away from his podcast to focus on his health is seen as a positive move in addressing these issues.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/44293744/76ers-paul-george-shut-rest-regular-season