Since signing with the Philadelphia 76ers back in the summer of 2024, Paul George has fallen short of expectations. As has been the case for most of the latter half of his NBA career, injuries continue to limit the impact the nine-time All-Star has on the floor.

After returning for the 76ers, Paul George has been ruled out again, leaving NBA fans stunned with the decision.

All nine questions posed to Nick Nurse during Tuesday’s pregame news conference pertained to the 76ers’ mounting injuries. Joel Embiid’s knee. VJ Edgecombe’s calf. Paul George’s ankle. The five-minute session felt like a flashback to last season,

Paul George’s tenure in Philadelphia has been defined by injuries and cautious management. Signed to a four-year, $212 million deal in July 2024, he played just 41 games in his first season, averaging 16.

The Philadelphia 76ers currently have more than 80% of their salary cap out, and latest Joel Embiid and Paul George injury updates are grim.