On Friday evening, the Philadelphia 76ers are playing the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City.
Paul George had 11 points, three rebounds, two assists and five steals while shooting 4/11 from the field and 2/5 from the three-point range in his first 24 minutes of playing time.
He also made NBA history by moving ahead of Hall of Famer Vince Carter for ninth on the all-time three-pointers list.
Following Carter, the next player for George to pass will be Kyle Korver (2,450).
Via The NBA: “Congrats to @Yg_Trece of the @sixers for moving into 9th on the all-time THREES MADE list!”
Congrats to @Yg_Trece of the @sixers for moving into 9th on the all-time THREES MADE list! pic.twitter.com/qKuxA7eZTK
— NBA (@NBA) December 29, 2024
George is in his first year playing for the 76ers after spending the last five seasons with the LA Clippers.
The nine-time NBA All-Star is currently averaging 15.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.8 steals per contest while shooting 40.6% from the field and 31.0% from the three-point range in 18 games.
PG moving on up! pic.twitter.com/3kAkJyc2nl
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) December 29, 2024
While the 76ers have one of the best rosters in the NBA, they have had a tough start to the season.
They are the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference with an 11-17 record in 28 games.
That said, the 76ers are coming off a victory over the Boston Celtics (and are 7-3 over their last ten).
PG COMING THROUGH. pic.twitter.com/JsnBVzJPAy
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) December 29, 2024
George was the tenth pick in the 2010 NBA Draft out of Fresno State.
He has also spent time with the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder (in addition to the LA Clippers and 76ers) over 15 seasons.
In a historic game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Utah Jazz, Paul George made NBA history with his incredible performance on the court. George put on a show for fans, scoring a career-high 50 points in the game, becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50 points while shooting 90% from the field, 100% from the free-throw line, and 100% from beyond the arc.
Not only did George have a phenomenal shooting night, but he also contributed in other areas, grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists. His all-around performance was crucial in the 76ers’ victory over the Jazz, solidifying his status as one of the top players in the league.
Fans and analysts alike were in awe of George’s historic performance, praising his skill and determination on the court. As he continues to dazzle with his scoring ability and versatility, it’s clear that Paul George is a force to be reckoned with in the NBA.
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