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How long is Paul George out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Clippers star

By Benyam Kidane,

2023-03-22

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The LA Clippers will be sweating on the health of Paul George after he suffered an apparent leg injury against Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.

What's next for George and what does his latest setback mean for the Clippers? Here is what we know about his injury and when he could return.

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What is Paul George's injury?

George exited the game with 4:38 remaining with an apparent leg injury and did not return.

The injury occurred late in the fourth quarter as he attempted to haul in a rebound, landing awkwardly as he collided with Thunder wing Lu Dort on the way down.

George remained on the floor for some time before he was helped back to the locker room by the team's trainers.

Here's the video where the injury happened:

George exited the game with 18 points, seven rebounds and five assists.

This season, George is averaging 23.9 points, 6.1 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 55 games for the Clippers.

How long will Paul George be out?

The Clippers have yet to provide an update on George's status.

According to the L.A. Times' Andrew Grief, George was seen leaving the arena on the back of a cart, with his right leg extended.

Head coach Ty Lue addressed the media postgame, but said he was yet to see George as he was being 're-evaluated.'

We will provide updates on his injury as more information becomes available.

Clippers remaining schedule

Here are the final games of the Clippers' season:

Date Opponent Time (ET TV channel
March 23 vs. Thunder 10:30 p.m. NBA TV
March 25 vs. Pelicans 10:30 p.m.
March 27 vs. Bulls 10:30 p.m.
March 29 at Grizzlies 8 p.m.
March 31 at Grizzlies 8:00 p.m.
April 1 at Pelicans 8:30 p.m.
April 5 at Lakers 10 p.m. ESPN
April 8 vs. Trail Blazers 4:00 p.m.
April 9 at Suns 3:30 p.m.
April 11-14 Play-In Tournament TBD ESPN/TNT

Paul George career stats, highlights

  • 20.6 points per game
  • 6.4 rebounds per game
  • 3.7 assists per game
  • 1.7 steals per game
  • 33.6 minutes per game
  • 43.7 percent field goal shooting
  • 38.2 percent 3-point field goal shooting

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