Paul George officially returns to court 8 months after leg injury
It’s now official. Paul George has returned to the court just over eight months after suffering a horrific compound fracture in his left leg during a Team USA scrimmage. The long-awaited return happened later than some expected in March, but earlier than many expected when it first happened.
George first checked into the game with 5:34 remaining in the first quarter. The above was how he was received. He then hit his first shot a couple minutes later.
He also got this missed breakaway layup out of his system (via @Steve_OS).
Everyone cheered except for Papa John, who was there for some reason.
George is expected to play 15-20 minutes in his first game back. The Pacers prepared for his return by handing out these cheer cards before the game.
If you're at tonight's game, don't forget to hold up your #WelcomeBackPG cheer card when @Yg_Trece enters the game. pic.twitter.com/QBcyZNZxZI
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) April 5, 2015 A special guest who was there when George suffered the injury was on hand.
Before tonight's game, @usabasketball Coach Mike Krzyzewski met privately with @Yg_Trece. #WelcomeBackPG pic.twitter.com/SG5ZnysSuy
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) April 5, 2015 George has been through a lot since suffering the injury.
.@Yg_Trece's journey back to the court pic.twitter.com/0IHgr6wLtL
— NBA TV (@NBATV) April 5, 2015 It’s terrific to see him back on the court.
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