Nick Nurse celebrates Paul George for a season-best performance against the Wizards
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The Philadelphia 76ers have been an interesting team this season because they have stood out despite all the injuries and issues. Paul George has faced some injuries, but the biggest reason why he missed plenty of games was due to his 25-game suspension.
He returned to the 76ers rotation recently, and it seems the long layoff has helped him improve. George looks focused on helping the 76ers succeed, and it was evident in their Wednesday game against the Washington Wizards, as he scored 39 points.
Nurse loves what he saw from a resurgent George
As one of the best players of the modern era, George is respected around the league. Despite his unfortunate suspension this season, he is still a big name that commands respect because he is a fantastic player. That was on full display against the Wizards on Wednesday, as he seems to be in better shape.
This could be a troubling sign for the 76ers' rivals this season because they are peaking at the right time. With Maxey and Embiid getting healthier, having an in-form George could spell trouble for the opponents the 76ers will play against.
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The 76ers' spot in the postseason is still unclear, as they have a 42-34 record, which is the same as the Toronto Raptors, who sit in seventh. If the 76ers continue to win, they could avoid the Play-In Tournament and get some valuable resting time for their star players.
With George getting back to his best, that could make them dangerous in the postseason. Head coach Nick Nurse is ecstatic that George is back to his best, and that is encouraging for any 76ers fan.
"Obviously, I think he showed really good leadership by coming out and being aggressive, getting us going at the start. And then I think it was really the start of both halves; he was just really good. Great to see the variety too, got some drives, transition threes, one-on-one plays," Nurse said about George's impressive night against the Wizards.
As the 76ers progress to the postseason, they are a team that should have the rest of the Eastern Conference worried. They have one of the most talented rosters in the league, and if they can reach their potential in the Playoffs, they could be in for a massive run.
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