This off-season, the The Philadelphia 76ers The Red Sox maximized their wiggle room by signing Paul George to a four-year maximum contract. Following the big signing, one former player is demanding big results from them.
After agreeing to his contract with the Sixers, George went on his podcast and spoke completely about how negotiations with the Clippers have gone over the past year. It was there that he stated that he would have accepted an extension similar to Kawhi Leonard’s, but LA wasn’t willing to offer it to him.
On a recent episode of Gilbert Arena’s podcast, he and his panel discussed George’s comments regarding the negotiations. They believe the Clippers made the right choice by not offering him similar money when he admitted to being the team’s second option. After that, Brandon Jennings went on a rant about how the Sixers need to win the title now after the money they gave George.
“You gave him 212, didn’t you? To be the third option,” Jennings said. “Philly better win the championship. No, you better win the championship, I don’t want to hear it.”
With George in the mix, the Sixers are in prime position to contend for the title. Alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, many have said they are the most adaptable trio in the league. The versatile forward should easily slot in next to the electric guard and superstar big man.
George could have been a secondary option for the Clippers, but he remains one of the best all-around wings in the NBA. Last season, he averaged 22.6 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, 3.2 assists per game and 1.5 shots per game. Additionally, he made over 41 percent of his three-pointers on nearly eight attempts per game.
Jennings set the bar high for this trio in their first year together. However, with the roster Morey has assembled, they might have a chance to live up to his expectations.
