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[Saba Sports News] Philadelphia 76ers fans eager for Paul George’s debut won’t have to wait much longer.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, George is set to make his season debut on Monday against the Phoenix Suns. The nine-time All-Star has been sidelined after bruising his knee in a preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks. Given the initial concern over the injury, returning after missing just five games is a significant boost.
George’s return comes at a crucial moment, as the 76ers have struggled to a 1-4 record to start the 2024-25 season, with both George and Joel Embiid missing time.
Embiid has faced his own challenges, including a physical altercation with a reporter after a recent loss to the Memphis Grizzlies and an uninspiring update on his knee.
The addition of George in the offseason was praised for elevating the team’s potential, but even with him back, the 76ers will need a fully engaged and healthy Embiid to make a deep postseason run.