Paul George on Signing with 76ers, Clippers Contract Negotiations, Conversation with Kawhi & More
Podcast P with Paul GeorgeShow Notes
Paul George shares details about his meetings with the Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Clippers. PG also opens up about his conversation with Kawhi Leonard before joining the 76ers, expressed enthusiasm about playing alongside new teammates Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey, and reflects on his time with the Los Angeles Clippers.
0:00 Start 7:20 Meeting with the 76ers 15:20 Dr. J Influence 16:25 Connecting with Embiid & Maxey 20:00 76ers Title Chances 23:38 Connecting with New Philly Teammates 26:41 Meeting Nick Nurse 28:38 Negotiating With The Clippers 39:00 Finding Peace Before Free Agency 45:43 Conversation with Kawhi Before Philly Decision 47:00 Kawhi and PG's Clippers Origin Story 52:00 Memorable Clippers Moment 55:03 Message To Clippers Nation 56:40 Dallas’ Social Media Fiasco 59:55 Almost Being Traded To The Warriors 1:06:51 Phily Natives Reaching Out 1:10:08 Message to Philly Fans
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