Paul George

Paul George
Born	Paul Clifton Anthony George Sr. (1990-05-02) May 2, 1990 Palmdale, California, U.S.
Occupation	Professional basketball player
Years active	2010–present
Known for	NBA All-Star, NBA Most Improved Player (2013), Olympic gold medalist

Paul Clifton Anthony George Sr. (born May 2, 1990) is a professional basketball athlete from the United States, currently playing for the Philadelphia 76ers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Known by the moniker "PG-13", he has been selected as an NBA All-Star nine times, earned six All-NBA Team distinctions, and received four NBA All-Defensive Team honors.

George's basketball journey began at Knight High School, followed by two collegiate seasons with the Fresno State Bulldogs. He was chosen 10th overall in the 2010 NBA draft by the Indiana Pacers, securing a spot on the NBA All-Rookie Second Team. In 2013, George was awarded the NBA Most Improved Player title, made his first All-Star appearance, and steered the Pacers to their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2004.

A severe leg fracture occurred in 2014 during his attempt to join the roster for the United States men's national basketball team at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, which sidelined him for most of the 2014–15 season. He bounced back to All-Star caliber play in 2016 and also earned an Olympic gold medal that year. After being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2017, George spent two seasons there before signing with the Los Angeles Clippers in 2019. While with the Clippers, he contributed to four playoff runs, including their inaugural appearance in the Conference Finals in 2021. In 2024, George joined the Philadelphia 76ers, where he remains an active player.

Early life

Born in Palmdale, California, located within Los Angeles County, Paul George is the son of Paul and Paulette George. He has two older sisters: Teiosha, who played collegiate basketball at Pepperdine, and Portala, a former volleyball athlete at CSU-San Bernardino. Growing up as a fan of Lakers star Kobe Bryant, George supported both the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers. Much of his youth was dedicated to basketball, frequently engaging in one-on-one games against his sister Teiosha. He attended Knight High School and competed for Pump and Run in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), where he played alongside future NBA talent Jrue Holiday.

High school career

During his time at Knight High School in Palmdale, George advanced from junior varsity to varsity early in his sophomore year. His performances during AAU tournaments in summer 2007 attracted attention from scouts. Acknowledging his capabilities, his coach entrusted him with a leadership role as a senior. That year, George guided Knight to a Golden League championship and received accolades including Golden League MVP, Antelope Valley Press Player of the Year, and selection to the Daily News 2007–08 All-Area Boys' basketball team. He posted averages of 23.2 points and 11.2 rebounds per game during that season.

Although not ranked among the elite college prospects, Rivals.com rated him as a three-star recruit and placed him 20th among California players behind athletes like Jrue Holiday and DeMar DeRozan. Initially committing to Santa Clara, which was the first program to offer him a scholarship, he later reconsidered on his coach’s recommendation to keep other opportunities open. After attending an event at Pepperdine University, he committed there in August 2007. However, midway through his senior year, George withdrew his commitment following coach Vance Walberg’s departure. Ultimately, he selected Fresno State, favoring its closeness to home and appealing campus environment over offers from programs such as Georgetown and Penn State.

College career

George spent two seasons competing at California State University, Fresno (Fresno State). In his first appearance with the Bulldogs, he contributed 14 points in a victory over Sacramento State. In the following contest, despite a defeat to Saint Mary's, he recorded 25 points and 10 rebounds, featuring a notable one-handed dunk that was recognized as SportsCenter’s top "Play of the Day" on November 18, 2008. On February 9, 2009, George reached a then personal best of 29 points, leading Fresno State to an 88–82 win against Boise State. During the 2009 WAC tournament, the Bulldogs moved into the quarterfinals but were defeated by top-seeded Utah State; George led his team with 16 points and set a career record with five steals. The team concluded the season with a 13–21 record and did not qualify for the NCAA tournament. Individually, George led the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) in total minutes played (1,176) and ranked second in categories including three-point shooting percentage (44.7%), total steals (59), and steals per game (1.74). He started every one of the 34 games, averaging 14.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.7 steals while shooting 47.0% from the field.

In his second year, George earned recognition as the most entertaining player in the West region and was ranked eighth nationally by Sports Illustrated. After sustaining a sprained right ankle on January 21, 2010, he missed four games but returned to post a career-high 30 points against New Mexico State, who later won the WAC tournament. During the 2010 WAC tournament, he tallied 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a quarterfinal loss to Louisiana Tech. That season ended with a 15–18 team record, while George posted averages of 16.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.2 steals per game, shooting 42.4% from the floor and an impressive 90.9% from the free-throw line. His performance earned him All-WAC Second-Team honors; he also ranked second in free throw accuracy and steals within the conference.

On November 10, 2019, Fresno State honored George by retiring his number 24 jersey to commemorate his significant contributions during his college tenure.

Pre-draft and rookie season

George declared for the 2010 NBA draft on March 31, 2010, choosing to leave Fresno State early and forgo his remaining college eligibility. Early projections placed him near the twelfth pick overall, with some analysts forecasting he would emerge as the top player from that draft within five years. The Indiana Pacers initially targeted Derrick Favors and explored a trade involving Danny Granger plus draft picks but ultimately did not complete the deal. George was selected tenth overall by the Indiana Pacers, marking him as Fresno State’s highest NBA draft pick to date. On July 1, 2010, he agreed to a two-year guaranteed rookie contract valued at $3.9 million, including team options for two additional seasons.

He made his NBA debut on October 27 against the San Antonio Spurs, logging 23 minutes and scoring four points. Early in his rookie campaign, George demonstrated scoring ability by achieving a then career-best of 23 points versus the Washington Wizards, including five successful three-point shots. Over the course of 61 games—with starts in 19—he averaged 7.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.1 assists while shooting at a rate of 45%. During the 2011 Playoffs, George was one of only two rookies from his draft class to start postseason games; however, Indiana was eliminated in five games by the Chicago Bulls. His strong rookie performance earned him a place on the 2011 NBA All-Rookie Second Team.

2011–12 season

On February 3, 2012, George delivered an impressive stat line with 30 points, seven three-pointers, nine rebounds, five assists, five steals, and one block during a victory over the Dallas Mavericks. He participated in both the Slam Dunk Contest and the Rising Stars Challenge at the 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend, showcasing a remarkable 360° windmill dunk, although he was ultimately defeated by Jeremy Evans. Concluding the lockout-shortened campaign, George averaged 12.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists while shooting 44%, starting all 66 games. The Pacers overcame the Orlando Magic in five games in the opening round but fell to the eventual champions, the Miami Heat, 4–2 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals; George made 19 of his 52 field goal attempts in that series.

2012–13 season

Initially positioned primarily as a shooting guard, George transitioned to small forward due to injuries sidelining Danny Granger, becoming Indiana’s leading offensive threat. On November 21, 2012, he set a franchise record by sinking nine three-pointers en route to a career-best 37 points against the New Orleans Hornets, surpassing the previous mark held by Hall of Famer Reggie Miller. In December, George earned his first NBA Player of the Week award following three straight victories. He recorded his inaugural triple-double on February 13, 2013, tallying 23 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists. Selected for his debut at the 2013 NBA All-Star Game, he contributed 17 points in just 20 minutes.

That season saw George reach personal bests with averages of 17.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists; notably, he was the sole player to accumulate at least 140 steals alongside 50 blocks. His achievements earned him the NBA Most Improved Player Award as well as a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

During the 2013 NBA playoffs, George became the first Pacers player since Mark Jackson in 1998 to register a playoff triple-double in Game 1 against the Atlanta Hawks. He led Indiana with an impressive 18 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals versus the Knicks. In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat, George tied the contest with a clutch three-pointer late in regulation and converted all three free throws during overtime before losing on a buzzer-beater from LeBron James. The Pacers ultimately dropped the series in seven games. George concluded the season by earning All-NBA Third Team recognition.

2013–14 season

On September 25, 2013, Indiana secured Paul George’s services long-term by designating him as their designated player and extending his contract. This "5/30" designated player agreement—covering five years and amounting to 30% of the salary cap—would commence after his rookie deal expired in 2014 and was contingent upon George being selected to an All-NBA team or winning MVP honors during the 2013–14 season. Achieving either milestone would elevate the contract’s value to approximately $90 million; failing that would reduce it to 25% of the salary cap.

The Pacers started the season with a franchise-record nine consecutive wins. George played a pivotal role throughout this stretch, including standout performances such as scoring 31 points with ten rebounds against the Detroit Pistons, as well as key contributions versus both the Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets. His efforts earned him Eastern Conference Player of the Week recognition while helping Indiana become the first NBA team since the 2002–03 Dallas Mavericks to open with a perfect 9–0 record. The streak ended on November 16 against the Chicago Bulls. On December 2, George posted a career-high of 43 points despite a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. For November’s outstanding play and Indiana’s impressive 15–1 record, he was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month.

Indiana closed out the regular season with a strong 56–26 record. In postseason action, they advanced past both the Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards before being eliminated by Miami Heat in their third straight appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals. George scored a playoff career-high of 39 points in Game 4 against Washington. His overall performance that year earned him selections to both the All-NBA Third Team and All-Defensive First Team, confirming his qualification for the full-value designated player contract extension.

2014–15 season: injury during off-season

In the 2014 off-season, George was selected for the training camp roster of the US national squad preparing for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Spain. Expected to secure a spot on the final roster, he suffered a severe compound fracture to both bones in his lower right leg after an awkward landing in a scrimmage on August 1. Out of respect, head coach Mike Krzyzewski immediately stopped the scrimmage. George underwent surgery promptly, which involved the insertion of a pin in his leg, and was projected to miss the entire 2014–15 season.

Nevertheless, George made steady progress, receiving clearance to put weight on his leg by late September and resuming jump shots by October. He returned to full practice on February 26, 2015—three days earlier than anticipated—and by March 20 was considered likely to make a comeback within a week. On April 5, George rejoined the Pacers on the court, contributing 13 points in just 15 minutes and sinking two vital three-pointers that helped Indiana secure a 112–89 victory over the Miami Heat. He concluded the season having played six games, averaging 8.8 points and 3.7 rebounds per contest.

2015–16 season

In the Pacers' opening game of the 2015–16 season against the Toronto Raptors on October 28, George posted 17 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in a 106–99 defeat. Following critical remarks about officiating after the match, he was fined $10,000. On November 6, he tallied 36 points in a narrow 90–87 victory over the Miami Heat. Just three days later, George scored 27 points—including a personal best of 19 points in the first quarter—leading Indiana to a 97–84 win against the Orlando Magic. On November 24, he recorded 40 points and seven three-pointers as part of a franchise-record-setting performance with 19 made threes in a 123–106 triumph over the Washington Wizards.

George earned Eastern Conference Player of the Month honors on December 3 for his play in October and November, leading the conference and ranking fourth across the NBA with an average of 27.2 points per game. His efforts helped the Pacers recover from an initial 0–3 start by winning 11 out of their next 13 games. Two days later, he achieved a career-high of 48 points despite a 122–119 overtime loss to the Utah Jazz. Selected as an Eastern Conference starter for the 2016 NBA All-Star Game held in Toronto, George led all scorers with 41 points—just one point shy of Wilt Chamberlain’s record from 1962. On March 19, he scored 45 points during a close defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder. His outstanding performances contributed significantly to Indiana clinching the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference with a final record of 45–37.

During the playoffs, George scored 33 points in Game 1 against second-seeded Toronto on April 16, marking his first postseason appearance since 2014. Despite his strong showings—including a remarkable 39-point effort in Game 5—Indiana ultimately fell to Toronto in seven games.

After this season concluded, George rejoined the United States national team for competition at the 2016 Summer Olympics basketball tournament.

2016–17 season

George opened the Pacers' season on October 26, 2016, by scoring 25 points in a thrilling overtime victory over the Dallas Mavericks, finishing at 130–121. On November 1, he contributed 30 points—including Indiana’s final dozen—to rally past the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 115–108. A then-season-high of 37 points came on December 10 when he delivered thirteen consecutive points in the fourth quarter to lead Indiana to a 118–111 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. On January 29, 2017, George recorded 33 points during a commanding 120–101 victory against the Houston Rockets, marking his fourth consecutive game scoring over thirty points. On March 15, he sank six three-pointers and posted a season-high total of 39 points—27 coming in the second half—in a decisive 98–77 win over the Charlotte Hornets. He followed this with an impressive performance on April 2 that included scoring 43 points despite a double-overtime loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Recognized as Eastern Conference Player of the Month for April on April 14, George averaged league-leading figures with 32.8 points, alongside averages of 8.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game. During this period, Indiana posted a strong five wins against one loss and secured their sixth playoff appearance in seven seasons.

In Game 3 of their first-round postseason series versus Cleveland on April 20, George amassed playoff career highs with scores including: 36 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists—just one assist short of achieving a triple-double. Although Indiana led by as many as twenty-five at halftime (74–49), they were ultimately defeated by Cleveland with a final score of 119–114 and fell behind three games to none in the series.

2017–18 season

On July 6, 2017, George was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis, despite his impending free agency and expressed desire to join the Los Angeles Lakers. He made his first appearance on October 19, 2017, leading the team with 28 points in a 105–84 victory over the New York Knicks. On November 10, George achieved a season-best 42 points along with nine rebounds and seven assists during a 120–111 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. After an 8–12 start, the Thunder improved their record to 20–15 by December 27, when George scored 33 points and matched the franchise record by sinking seven three-pointers in a triumph over the Toronto Raptors.

George delivered 36 points on January 20, 2018, helping Oklahoma City secure a 148–124 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was selected as a replacement for the injured DeMarcus Cousins on Team LeBron for the 2018 NBA All-Star Game held on January 27. On February 1, he posted a season-high 43 points despite a narrow defeat to the Denver Nuggets. In the regular season finale on April 11, George contributed 40 points and eight three-pointers in a victory against the Memphis Grizzlies.

During the first playoff round facing the Utah Jazz, George scored 36 points in Game 1, setting an Oklahoma City postseason record with eight three-pointers made. Although he continued strong performances—including 32 points in Game 4 and 34 points with eight rebounds in Game 5—the Thunder were eliminated in six games. In the decisive Game 6, George managed only five points on inefficient shooting but recorded eight assists.

2018–19 season

Despite interest in returning to Southern California, George opted to remain with Oklahoma City, re-signing on July 6, 2018, reportedly agreeing to a four-year contract worth $137 million. Early in the season, he played a key role as the Thunder recovered from an initial 0–4 record to embark on a seven-game winning streak. Notable performances included scoring 35 points against the New York Knicks on November 14 and delivering a critical late three-pointer en route to a 47-point effort on December 5 versus the Brooklyn Nets.

George maintained his high level of play by posting 43 points along with double-digit rebounds in victories over both the Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz during December. In early 2019, he put up 37 points against Orlando and set a career mark with ten three-pointers while scoring 43 points against Miami. His scoring remained consistent as he recorded at least 37 points in five straight games, highlighted by a 45-point outing against Houston and an impressive triple-double of 47 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists against Portland.

On February 22, George nailed the game-winning shot in double overtime to defeat Utah. However, after sustaining a shoulder injury on February 26 versus Denver, his three-point shooting percentage dropped from 40.2% to 33.8%. Nevertheless, he was honored as Western Conference Player of the Month for February and placed third in both MVP and Defensive Player of the Year voting.

The Thunder exited the playoffs in the first round after losing to Portland in five games, with George scoring 36 points in Game 5. During the offseason, he underwent two shoulder surgeries addressing a partially torn tendon and labrum, which affected his readiness for the subsequent season.

2019–20 season

On July 10, 2019, George was traded from the Thunder to the Clippers in exchange for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danilo Gallinari, five first-round draft selections, and the rights to swap two additional first-round picks. This transaction paved the way for the Clippers to acquire premier free agent Kawhi Leonard during that offseason. After sidelined for the initial eleven games due to recovery from two shoulder surgeries, George made his Clippers debut on November 14, 2019, putting up 33 points in a 132–127 defeat against the New Orleans Pelicans. Just two days later, he recorded 37 points in only 20 minutes during his home debut, contributing to a 150–101 triumph over the Atlanta Hawks. On December 9, returning to Indiana, George tallied 36 points and nine rebounds in a 110–99 win over his former team, the Indiana Pacers. Four days afterward, he reached a season-high of 46 points in a 124–117 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking the first occasion in Clippers history that both he and Leonard scored over 40 points in the same game.

During the 2020 NBA Playoffs held in Orlando following the COVID-19 suspension, George faced criticism for his inconsistent performances. Across 13 playoff contests, he averaged 20.2 points per game—his lowest postseason scoring average since his third NBA season—and shot just 39.8% from the field, representing his fourth playoff series with shooting under 40%. He was notably held responsible for the Clippers’ second-round exit against the Denver Nuggets, after relinquishing a 3–1 series lead. In the decisive Game 7, George managed only 10 points on 25% shooting and failed to score during the fourth quarter, including a memorable missed three-point attempt that hit the backboard. Following this performance, he was ironically nicknamed "Pandemic P" online, contrasting sharply with his former "Playoff P" reputation.

2020–21 season

On December 10, 2020, George agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $190 million with the Clippers. On December 22, he scored 33 points—26 of which came in the second half—leading Los Angeles to a 116–109 victory over reigning champions the Los Angeles Lakers in their season opener. In Game 6 of the Conference Semifinals versus the Utah Jazz, George contributed 28 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, and three steals during a 131–119 win that propelled the Clippers into their inaugural Western Conference Finals. Facing off against the Phoenix Suns in his third Conference Finals appearance, George posted a playoff career-high of 41 points along with 13 rebounds and six assists in a crucial Game 5 win by a score of 116–102. Ultimately, however, Los Angeles fell to Phoenix in six games.

2021–22 season

On October 29, 2021, George delivered a season-best performance with 42 points and eight rebounds despite a 92–111 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. On December 6, during a 102–90 victory over Portland, he suffered an elbow sprain that sidelined him for five games before making his return on December 20 in a defeat against the San Antonio Spurs. On December 25, it was announced that George had sustained a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right elbow. He made his comeback on March 29, 2022, scoring 34 points while adding six assists and four steals in a thrilling 121–115 comeback win over the Utah Jazz. On April 9, George matched his career high with 12 assists and contributed 23 points, eight rebounds, and two steals during a commanding 117–98 victory against the Sacramento Kings.

2022–23 season

On October 22, 2022, George delivered a 40-point performance, complemented by six rebounds and six assists, steering the Clippers to a narrow 111–109 victory over the Sacramento Kings. This achievement marked the 20th occasion in his career, including postseason games, where he scored at least 40 points, and his fifth such game with the Clippers. On October 31, he added 35 points, nine boards, eight assists, six steals, two blocks, and secured the game-winning shot in a tight 95–93 triumph against the Houston Rockets. On December 14, George recorded his fourth career triple-double by tallying 17 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists during a 99–88 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. On December 31, he reached a season-best with 45 points along with nine rebounds, four assists, and three steals in a close 131–130 loss to his former team, the Indiana Pacers.

On March 5, 2023, George posted 42 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a 135–129 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies. However, on March 21, he sustained an injury to his right leg during a tight 101–100 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder with less than five minutes remaining. The Clippers announced the next day that George had suffered a right knee sprain and would be re-assessed in two to three weeks, effectively ending his regular season.

2023–24 season

George opened the season on October 28, 2023, by scoring 36 points and converting all 15 free-throw attempts in a close 120–118 loss versus the Utah Jazz. On December 2, he contributed 25 points, six rebounds, six assists, and nailed a game-winning three-pointer in a narrow 113–112 victory over the Golden State Warriors.

On January 12, 2024, George scored an efficient 37 points during a 128–119 win against the Memphis Grizzlies. Four days later, he achieved a season-high of 38 points along with seven rebounds, five assists, and three steals in a 128–117 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, scoring eleven of the Clippers’ final fourteen points after trailing by thirteen entering the third quarter.

On April 1, George set another season high with 41 points on efficient shooting in a commanding 130–118 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Then on April 7, he tallied 39 points—including twenty-three in the fourth quarter—alongside eleven rebounds and seven assists during an extraordinary comeback win against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team overcame a franchise-record deficit of twenty-six points.

In Game 3 of the first round of the 2024 playoffs versus the Dallas Mavericks, George struggled by scoring only seven points and committing five fouls in a loss. He bounced back in Game 4 with an impressive stat line of thirty-three points, six rebounds, eight assists, and four steals that included a decisive corner three-pointer late in the fourth quarter. Despite his efforts, the Clippers were eliminated by the Mavericks in six games (4–2).

On June 29, 2024, George declined his $48.7 million player option for the upcoming 2024–25 season with the Clippers and entered free agency.

2024–25 season

On July 6, 2024, at age thirty-four, George inked a four-year contract worth $212 million with the Philadelphia 76ers. With his former numbers (24 and 13) retired by Philadelphia’s franchise history, he selected number eight as a tribute to Philadelphia native Kobe Bryant. This acquisition created a star trio alongside center Joel Embiid and guard Tyrese Maxey, positioning the team as formidable contenders for the NBA title in 2025.

George faced several injury setbacks and inconsistent performances throughout the campaign. He missed Philadelphia’s first five games due to a bone bruise sustained from hyperextending his knee during preseason. He made his debut on November 4 by scoring fifteen points in a loss against the Phoenix Suns. On December 16, George posted thirty-three points along with five rebounds and eight assists while hitting six three-pointers in a victory over the Charlotte Hornets, surpassing Jason Terry to move into tenth place on the all-time three-pointers made list with two thousand two hundred eighty-five. By December 28, he climbed past Vince Carter into ninth place with two thousand two hundred ninety-one three-pointers made.

On March 17, 2025, George was ruled out for the remainder of the season due to adductor and knee injuries. Across forty-one games played that year, he averaged sixteen point two per game alongside five point three rebounds and four point three assists. At that juncture, Philadelphia held an underwhelming record of twenty-three wins against forty-five losses. His campaign was widely characterized as "disappointing" and "disastrous," significantly affecting team prospects and sparking speculation regarding future organizational decisions.

2025–26 season

On July 14, 2025, it was revealed that George underwent an arthroscopic surgery on his left knee to address an injury sustained during training.

Player profile

According to NBA.com, George is listed at , although The Indianapolis Star noted in 2011 that he had reached . He initially joined the NBA as a shooting guard, but transitioned to small forward following the emergence of Pacers shooting guard Lance Stephenson, whose enhanced playmaking enabled George to operate more off the ball. At the start of his career, George struggled with creating his own shot and ball handling skills, which he developed through training with coach Jerry Powell in 2012. When All-Star Danny Granger was sidelined during the 2012–13 NBA season, George assumed a larger offensive role, culminating in winning the NBA Most Improved Player Award.

George has become recognized as one of the league’s elite perimeter defenders. Celebrated for his athleticism and leaping ability, he competed in the 2012 and 2014 Slam Dunk Contest. Following a Pacers victory against the Denver Nuggets in 2014, Nuggets coach Brian Shaw praised George as "the best two-way player in the game." ESPN analyst Pablo S. Torre emphasized George’s swift rise, dubbing him the NBA’s most unique superstar.

In August 2014, George switched his jersey number from 24 to 13 and embraced the brand identity PG-13. He generously donated all his previous jerseys to his high school in Palmdale, California.

Regular season

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Playoffs

|- | style="text-align:left;"|2011 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 5 || 5 || 26.6 || .303 || .231 || .875 || 5.0 || 1.0 || 1.4 || 2.0 || 6.0 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2012 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 11 || 11 || 33.7 || .389 || .268 || .786 || 6.6 || 2.4 || 1.6 || .4 || 9.7 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2013 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 19 || 19 || 41.0 || .430 || .327 || .727 || 7.4 || 5.1 || 1.3 || .5 || 19.2 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2014 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 19 || 19 || 41.1 || .438 || .403 || .789 || 7.6 || 3.8 || 2.2 || .4 || 22.6 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2016 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 7 || 7 || 39.3 || .455 || .419 || .953 || 7.6 || 4.3 || 2.0 || .7 || 27.3 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2017 | style="text-align:left;"|Indiana | 4 || 4 || 42.9 || .386 || .429 || .867 || 8.8 || 7.3 || 1.8 || .5 || 28.0 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2018 | style="text-align:left;"|Oklahoma City | 6 || 6 || 41.9 || .408 || .365 || .861 || 6.0 || 2.7 || 1.3 || .7 || 24.7 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2019 | style="text-align:left;"|Oklahoma City | 5 || 5||40.8|| .436|| .319|| .816|| 8.6||3.6||1.4|| .2|| 28.6 |- | style="text-align:left;"|2020 | style="text-align:left;"|L.A. Clippers |13||13||36.8|| .398|| .333|| .909||6.1||3.8||1.5|| .5||20.2 |- | style="text-align:left;" | 2021

| style="text-align:left;" | L.A. Clippers
| 19|| 19||40.9|| .441|| .336|| .844|| 9.6||5.4||1.0|| .5||26.9

|-

| style="text-align:left;" | 2024 
| style="text-align:left;" | L.A. Clippers 
|6||6||37.1|| .411|| .367|| .840||6.8||4.8||1.2|| .5||19.5 

|- class="sortbottom"

| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2"|Career 
|114||114||39.0|| .423|| .352|| .826||7.5||4.1||1.5|| .5||21.2 

College

|-

| style="text-align:left;" | 2008–09 
| style="text-align:left;" | Fresno State 
| 34|| 34|| 34.6|| .470|| .447|| .697||6.2||1.9||1.7|| 1.0||14.3 

|-

| style="text-align:left;" | 2009–10 
| style="text-align:left;" | Fresno State 
|29||29||33.2|| .424|| .353||| .909||| 7.2||| 3.0||| 2.2||| .8||| 16.8

|- class="sortbottom"

|style="text-align:center;" colspan="2"|Career
|63|||63|||33.9||| .447||| .396||| .803|||6.7|||2.4|||2.0||| .9|||15.5

Personal life

George is married to Daniela Rajic, who previously worked as an exotic dancer. Before their relationship, he was involved with the daughter of coach Doc Rivers, but he ended that relationship after becoming involved with Rajic. The couple got engaged in November 2020 and tied the knot in June 2022. Together, they have three children: two daughters and a son who shares George's name.

In addition to his basketball career, George co-hosts the podcast Podcast P with Paul George alongside actor Jackie Long and former AAU teammate Dallas Rutherford. The show regularly features NBA players such as Jalen Green, DeMar DeRozan, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Alperen Şengün as guests.

George began his endorsement deal with Nike during his rookie season and maintained a signature line of shoes and apparel from 2017 through 2022. In 2024, Nike revealed plans to bring back some of his earlier sneaker designs.

See also

• List of NBA career steals leaders
• List of NBA career 3-point scoring leaders
• List of NBA career playoff 3-point scoring leaders
• List of NBA single-season 3-point scoring leaders

External links

• Fresno State Bulldogs bio