According to recent reports by the senior NBA Insider for Hoopshype Michael Scotto, the Houston Rockets are the latest team to show interest in Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George.
“The Houston Rockets are big game hunting, and one of the many notable names on their radar is Paul George, league sources told HoopsHype. George could potentially exercise his $48.8 million player option to facilitate a trade to his next destination, but currently, the chances of Houston landing George are unlikely, sources said.” Scotto wrote.
In addition to Scotto’s report, another NBA insider provided insight into George’s future with the Clippers. He mentioned that the Clippers are determined to win the championship at their new home arena.
George’s Big Plays Help Propel Clippers to NBA Playoffs
George, also known as PG-13, is a nine-time NBA All-Star, six-time member of the All-NBA Team, and four-time member of the NBA All-Defensive Team. The Indiana Pacers selected PG-13 with the tenth overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft.
In 2013, he made his first All-Star squad and was awarded the NBA’s Most Improved Player. George injured his leg while competing for a spot on the USA national team for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup. He was out for most of the 2014-15 season but recovered to earn an Olympic gold medal and return as an All-Star in 2016.
He was traded to the Clippers in 2019 after playing two seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, the 34-year-old forward was unlucky as he missed 11 straight games of the 2019 regular season due to a shoulder injury.
Click on ‘Follow Us’ and get notified of the most viral NBA stories via Google! Follow Us
In the 2023-24 season, George played a significant role in helping the Clippers reach the NBA playoffs. However, the Clippers were eliminated in the first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks.
According to StatMuse, George averaged 22.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 74 games this season. He was also selected to play in his ninth All-Star game.
