Paul George

Paul George (shoulder) “is not going to be here the first 10 games,” per Clippers Head Coach Doc Rivers.

Fantasy Impact

A timetable for George’s return from double-shoulder surgery has yet to be announced. This latest news has George returning November 13th against the Rockets. Lou Williams could see some additional usage, while Mo Harkless and JaMychal Green would see an uptick in minutes while George is sidelined.

Paul George tweeted an image of himself playing basketball on Thursday. While it is currently unknown as to what the on-court work was, this is still positive news nonetheless.

Fantasy Impact

PG13 could still miss the beginning of the season after surgeries to both shoulders, so there should be more and more updates as we drift closer to October. He is locked in as a top two round pick, and offers mid-first round upside provided he can stay on the court.

The Los Angeles Clippers have received 2019 NBA MVP candidate Paul George from the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder will receive Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danilo Galllinari and a record-setting number of draft choices.

Fantasy Impact

George has been Kawhi Leonard’s preferred running mate all along. Leonard gave the Clippers time to acquire the two-way star and now this seemingly means Leonard is on his way to Los Angeles, as a Clipper.

Paul George is likely to miss the preseason while recovering from offseason shoulder surgery.

Fantasy Impact

George has reportedly undergone two surgeries in the offseason on his rotator cuff and left labrum. He seemed bothered by the injury at the end of last season, but he’s expected to make a full recovery.

Paul George will start and play in Game 2 on Tuesday versus the Blazers despite a sore shoulder.

Fantasy Impact

George wasn't himself in Game 1 and the Blazers took advantage of it stealing Game 1. George will look to bounce back but remains a risky DFS option at his price tag.