George’s numbers this season reflect a solid but somewhat underwhelming campaign, especially considering the expectations that came with his massive four-year, $211 million contract. While his all-around contributions remained valuable in certain games, his scoring efficiency and overall production dipped considerably compared to his peak years.

It’s worth noting that George’s season was marred by injuries, including knee hyperextensions, a groin injury, and various other setbacks that limited his availability and consistency. These lingering issues not only affected his ability to stay on the court but also likely impacted his performance when he did play. Injuries have been a recurring theme in George’s career, and this season was no exception, raising concerns about his long-term durability as the Sixers look to maximize their championship window.

George now joins Joel Embiid, Jared McCain, and Eric Gordon as Sixers who have been officially shut down for the season. Meanwhile, Tyrese Maxey remains sidelined with finger and back issues, though the team has hinted at a potential return in the near future. With their roster severely depleted, the Sixers’ depth will be put to the test as they ̶t̶a̶n̶k̶ fight to stay competitive down the stretch.