Summary
Paul George, a player for the Philadelphia 76ers, received a 25-game suspension for breaking the NBA's Anti-Drug Program rules. The specific details of the drug violation were not shared by the NBA. George will return to play on March 25, missing games which affect his team's performance and his salary.
Key Facts
- Paul George plays for the Philadelphia 76ers.
- He has been suspended for 25 games due to a drug violation.
- The NBA did not share what substance was involved in the violation.
- This suspension implies it was George's first drug violation.
- George will lose approximately $11.7 million of his salary due to the suspension.
- He is eligible to return on March 25 against the Chicago Bulls.
- The 76ers currently rank sixth in the Eastern Conference.
- George has averaged 16 points in 27 games this season, which is the third-highest on his team.
