Paul George
#8PF · Philadelphia Sixers
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 935 | 20.5 | 6.2 | 3.7 | 1.7 | 0.4 | 43.9% | 38.3% | 85.3% |
| 2025-26 | 27 | 16.0 | 5.1 | 3.7 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 42.4% | 38.2% | 85.5% |
| 2024-25 | 41 | 16.2 | 5.3 | 4.3 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 43.0% | 35.8% | 81.4% |
| 2023-24 | 6 | 19.5 | 6.8 | 4.8 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 41.1% | 36.7% | 84.0% |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$105.8M
AAV
$35.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Paul George's contract with the Philadelphia Sixers grades out as an overpay, earning a D CVI grade. At $35.3M per year over 3 years, this is a max contract at the maximum allowed salary. Paul's deal falls in the max tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 35, the age-adjusted value factors in potential decline over the contract term. The max contract structure means Paul's salary is artificially capped — the CVI accounts for the compression between market value and allowed salary. The team will need Paul to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Paul George earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 935 career games, Paul has averaged 20.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. Paul's strongest metric is FG% at 4393.9, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 3.7, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Paul ranks 24th in overall performance. Paul will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Philadelphia Sixers.
Current Sentiment
Paul George has become a lightning rod for Sixers criticism amid injuries and inconsistent play. On-court performance is disappointing, with a C+ grade reflecting significant production decline from star expectations. Contract value questioned heavily; $35.3M annually seems excessive given current output and availability issues. Suspension mystery and injury problems dominate headlines, overshadowing any positive contributions he makes. Fan confidence is low and pessimistic, with trade speculation growing due to repeated setbacks.
Transaction History
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