Paul George more than ready to prove himself after trade
Paul George has joined the Boston Celtics following a trade that sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia. George is focused on overcoming recent injury struggles and integrating into a roster that includes Jayson Tatum and other new acquisitions.
Why it matters
This major roster change significantly impacts the competitive landscape of the NBA and the Celtics' championship aspirations.
BOSTON (AP) — Paul George made one thing clear during his introductory news conference with the Boston Celtics on Tuesday: his ears work just fine.
He’s heard the not-so silent chorus of Celtics fans who bemoaned the front office’s decision to jettison 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown in the July trade with Philadelphia that sent the 36-year-old George to his fifth NBA team.
But George also isn’t shying away from his new situation.
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