Clippers

Paul George Is A Top Target For Sixers This Offseason

According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Los Angeles Clippers have not forgotten about Paul George’s contract extension; in fact, it’s a “top target” of theirs, even though past reports have speculated a mutual parting ways this offseason.

If George declines his $48.8 million player option, then it’s expected that Los Angeles will try their hardest to agree to new terms with the veteran superstar.

Fans have raised concerns and put together theories on why George hasn’t signed an extension with Steve Ballmer’s team. The reason why these concerns are being fueled is due to Kawhi Leonard signing a massive three-year, $152.4 million extension earlier in the season and George not following suit.

If the 33-year-old doesn’t want to rejoin with the Clippers, then expect the Philadelphia 76ers to be main contenders for the veteran guard. With their current situation, they’ll have $65 million in free money to sign players. That $65 million will be enough to give George the maximum extension.

The Clippers take on the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of this season’s playoffs.