Paul George’s boring confession will infuriate 76ers fans

The Philadelphia 76ers They are coming off a disappointing season after they were supposed to be a contender in the Eastern Conference after signing Paul George in free agency. But instead, the team looked far from a title contender, with Paul George making comments about the center’s play that are sure to raise eyebrows among 76ers fans.

After the 76ers’ loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, Paul George made comments about not being too keen on playing center in small-ball lineups.

“It’s different. I’m used to breaking and running around and chasing and fighting through screens,” George said. “To be honest, I’m bored playing five. It just doesn’t work well enough for me. But I think I’m aware of my ability to clog up the middle and kind of help, cut passing and driving lanes and kind of tackle the bigs, that’s what Nick (Nurse) sees in that style. But then again, I enjoy chasing the little guys and competing with wing offensive players.”

While the comments probably weren’t made in the best way, it’s important to note that George acknowledged Nick Nurse’s reasons for playing him at center because of his versatile skill set.

Paul George on the 76ers

When the 76ers signed George, he was expected to be among the contenders in the Eastern Conference. They had their own version of the Big 3 with George teaming up with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Makey.

But all three players have dealt with injury problems this season, and the 76ers haven’t played many games with all three in the lineup. During their last loss to the Pelicans, Embiid didn’t respond. It was the 23rd game Embiid missed this season with an injuryand its third row.

This season, George has appeared in 25 games for the 76ers, logging just over 32 minutes per game. He averaged 16.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.8 steals on 41.7 percent shooting from the field, 34.1 percent from the three-point line and 81.2 percent from the field. from the free throw line.

His points per game are the lowest in nine seasons. His field goal percentage is also his lowest over the same time period. Overall, he just hasn’t had the impact that was expected when the 76ers signed him.

The 76ers are currently 15-21 and in 11th place in the East. Obviously, there is still time for them to make a jump in the table, but it has to come sooner rather than later.