76ers Eye Paul George in Free Agency Amid Clippers Contract Talks
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to aggressively pursue Paul George if he fails to secure a contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers, aiming to form a new Big 3.
- Philadelphia 76ers plan to aggressively pursue Paul George in the offseason, aiming to pair him with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
- George, considering declining his $48.7 million player option for 2024-25, is also intrigued by a potential return to the Indiana Pacers.
- The 76ers have prepared over $50 million in cap space for the summer, targeting marquee names to join their roster.
- Expectations are high for George to re-sign with the Clippers, especially after Kawhi Leonard's long-term commitment.
- The Clippers, currently a top contender in the Western Conference, aim to keep their core intact for the new arena's opening.