Paul George Reacts to Boos From Clippers Followers After LA Return

Paul George wasn’t proud of the reception he acquired on the Clippers new stadium, the Intuit Dome, at his first sport again in LA since signing with Philly.

Over the summer time, George signed a four-year deal from the 76ers for $212 million throughout free company, choosing that as a substitute of the Clippers’ ultimate provide of a three-year $150 million deal.

PG-13 additionally needed LAC to incorporate a no-trade clause as a part of the deal, however the Clippers weren’t keen to play ball.

So, When Paul was being launched earlier than the Clippers-76ers sport on Wednesday evening and each time he touched the ball, he was met with a wholesome quantity of boos.

The followers even booed when the Clippers confirmed a tribute video of his highlights with the crew throughout a timeout. Brutal.

Secure to say, PG-13 didn’t prefer it.

“It’s silly,” George stated. “I imply, I used to be a free agent. It wasn’t one thing that I demanded a commerce or went in opposition to the crew right here. Like, I used to be a free agent. The crew offered one thing that was team-friendly, and I did what was greatest for me in that state of affairs. So, there have been some cheers. I respect them. These have been those that I performed arduous for. The boos, I didn’t get it. I nonetheless don’t get it … However it’s what it’s. It’s sports activities. That’s what’s in sports activities. Yeah, I stay up for subsequent yr being right here and extra boos.”

Sadly for George, his quick time with the Sixers hasn’t been all easy crusing.

He’s been coping with a bone bruise harm and has solely performed two whole video games for the crew, together with Wednesday’s match in opposition to LAC.

As for the remainder of the crew, Joel Embiid has been caught up in off-court points, Tyrese Maxey has suffered a hamstring harm and might be out for numerous weeks and the crew is 1-6 on the season. Yikes.