Paul George, the NBA star, has expressed his desire to retire as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers. George, who grew up as a Clippers fan and appreciates playing close to home, made his intentions clear during a recent interview. Despite a disappointing end to his first season back home, where the Clippers blew a 3-1 lead and lost in the playoffs’ second round, George remains committed to the team.
Last season was challenging for George due to shoulder surgeries and a delayed start. However, he acknowledges his performance fell short and views it as an “unacceptable year.” With a renewed focus and improved health, George is determined to bounce back and contribute his best to the team.
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Both George and his teammate Kawhi Leonard have the option to become free agents after the upcoming season. However, new Clippers coach Tyronn Lue expects both players to remain with the team for the long term. Additionally, the Clippers have the opportunity to sign George to a contract extension before next summer.
While expressing his loyalty to the franchise, George also took the chance to clarify comments made on a podcast regarding former coach Doc Rivers and the team’s preparation against Denver. He emphasized his respect for Rivers while acknowledging the team’s shortcomings. George attributed last season’s struggles to inconsistency, including limited practice time, injuries, and players leaving the bubble for personal reasons.
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Looking ahead, George is optimistic. He feels good physically, has been putting in countless hours on the court, and is motivated to perform at his best. Leonard shares this sentiment, stating that he feels physically ready and is driven to pursue another championship.
The Clippers will face a tough challenge in their season opener against the NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers. However, George and Leonard will be supported by a revamped roster that includes additions such as Serge Ibaka and Luke Kennard.
The team’s ultimate goal is to create a winning environment, and George believes that if they can achieve that, everything else will fall into place.
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