Paul George had more than a few reasons as to why he ultimately chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. At the end of the day, however, the bottom line has to be his fit alongside Philly’s two stars and how this could possibly lead to a championship for all three of them.
According to George, it’s a dream come true for him to be able to join the Sixers.
Philadelphia 76ers News: Paul George Expresses Delight in Joining Philly
In the most recent episode of his podcast, George had nothing but high praise for his new star teammates, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. The ex-Los Angeles Clippers forward sounded off on how Maxey is, in George’s mind, “one of the most mature kids in the league.”
It is evident. though, that George is even more excited to team up with Embiid:
“I’ve never played with someone so big and dominant like that,” George said of Embiid. “He’s the best, or one of the best centers in the league. That’s a beast. Baby Shaq.
“It’s a dream come true like having a star point guard, and a star big, that’s a crazy dynamic right there.”
Why it’s “a dream come true” for PG to be teaming up with Embiid & Maxey pic.twitter.com/BYnZyPDy53
— Podcast P with Paul George (@PodcastPShow) July 9, 2024
Championship Dreams
It’s hard to deny that it’s going to be championship or bust for the Sixers this coming season. For his part, George is not at all shying away from that narrative:
“Hopefully me and Joel and Tyrese get on the same page early as possible,” George said. “But it is an opportunity to win and try to get a championship in Philly.”
PG is well aware of the pressure he’s going to face now that he’s with the Sixers. Right now, he’s just raring to go.
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