{"id":693711,"date":"2026-04-02T11:06:22","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T11:06:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/693711\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T11:06:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T11:06:22","slug":"nba-fans-react-to-major-paul-george-game-for-76ers-vs-wizards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/693711\/","title":{"rendered":"NBA Fans React to Major Paul George Game for 76ers vs Wizards"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\"Paul\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPhoto by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Paul George, Philadelphia 76ers<\/p>\n

Since returning from his 25-game suspension, Paul George<\/a> has been flashing some impressive performances for the Philadelphia 76ers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Without Joel Embiid<\/a> on the court for the first time since his return, George ended up putting up the most shots out of anybody on the court.<\/p>\n

The multi-time NBA<\/a> All-Star ended up turning in an efficient outing.<\/p>\n

\"Paul<\/p>\n

Photo by Emilee Chinn\/Getty ImagesPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 DECEMBER 23: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers in actionduring a game against the San Antonio Spurs<\/a> at the Wells Fargo Center on December 23, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

George checked in for 30 minutes. He shot 15-22 from the field, and knocked down 6-12 shots from beyond the arc. The Sixers landed a 39-point performance from George, which was a game-high.<\/p>\n

Along with his scoring, George came down with five rebounds, dished out six assists, and came up with three steals.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how NBA fans on Reddit reacted to the star forward\u2019s game.<\/p>\n

NBA Fans React To Paul George\u2019s Big Game
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GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 NOVEMBER 30: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates a basket during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks<\/a> at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 30, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

\u201cMost important week of the season and he\u2019s playing like a max player. The anti-tobiass,\u201d said Randolph383.<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s just cool to see Paul healthy & play like he\u2019s one of the most talented scorers of his generation,\u201d Technical_Piano added<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cPaul George is being suspended again after a drug test revealed high levels of HIM in his blood,\u201d InQuintsWeTrust said<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cSpecial P,\u201d Saute_and_Pray wrote<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf they test his blood again they\u2019re gonna find the first man\/DAWG hybrid,\u201d wrote IReallyLikeAvocadoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Sixers Dominated The Wizards To Move Up
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GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 JANUARY 16: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers<\/a> at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 16, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n

A 153-131 Sixers win over the Wizards<\/a> was one piece to the puzzle that helped the Sixers move into the Eastern Conference\u2019s top six on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

While the Sixers have plenty of time left to go before their placement is set, they are in good shape heading into their Friday night game against the Minnesota Timberwolves<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Although the Sixers still have room for improvement, they have plenty to feel good about. Getting healthy at the right time is major, and the recent surge from Paul George could be a difference-maker if he maintains that level of play in the postseason.<\/p>\n

This season, George had 30 games under his belt before Wednesday. The star forward has been averaging 16.8 points, while shooting 42.9% from the field and 38.5% from deep. He also posted averages of 5.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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