Huge Update on Paul George That Would Cause Heartburn for LeBron James’ Struggling Lakers
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Jun 20, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the second half during game one of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The battle of Los Angeles has been won by the Los Angeles Lakers almost since the inception of the franchise. Despite all efforts, the Clippers simply cannot get past them. But this year things are different. LeBron James and the Lakers are struggling while the Clippers are looking better.
Currently, the two teams are fighting for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The playoff push for the Los Angeles Clippers has suddenly received a huge boost. According to sources, their main man, Paul George, is looking good and will return soon.
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Paul George to return soon. Bad news for LeBron James?
Despite their injury problems all season, the Clippers have coped quite well. The injury to Paul George and Kawhi Leonard meant losing out on two of their most important players. Despite all that, the Clippers have somehow managed to stay in the playoff race.
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Nov 26, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (13) questions a foul call during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
On the other hand, their play-in rivals, Los Angeles Lakers have problems of their own. Anthony Davis is out with injury again just after coming off a month-long injury. Russell Westbrook’s poor run of form continues while LeBron James tries to gather all the shattered pieces.
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Feb 12, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) stands on the court after a play against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
The 37-year-old NBA veteran has been key to the Lakers still being in the playoffs race. He averages 29.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.5 assists this season. Moreover, the 4 time NBA champion is coming off a successful All-Star weekend where his team emerged victoriously.
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The news of Paul George returning is surely going to excite the Clippers fanbase as his return brings in more chances of them making it to the playoffs. George averages 24.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists this season.
On the other hand, Kawhi Leonard is also showing good results. In the latest training session, he emerged without a brace on his right knee which has undergone surgery.
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