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Paul George received a 25-game suspension for violating the NBA's Anti-Drug Program, a first violation; he will miss the remainder of the regular season and can return March 25. The penalty costs about $11.7 million of his $51.7 million salary. The 76ers are 26-21 on the season, with George averaging 16 points in 27 games (16-11 when he plays).
Philadelphia’s Paul George has been suspended 25 games for violating the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program, with the ban starting this weekend and running through March 25. He apologized, saying he sought treatment and will focus on mental and physical health to return. The suspension costs about $11.7 million in salary and could influence the 76ers’ luxury-tax position and upcoming trade-deadline decisions.
The NBA suspended Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George for 25 games for violating the league’s anti-drug policy.
Sixers forward Paul George has been suspended 25 games for violating the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program, effective tonight versus the Pelicans; he won’t be eligible to play until Philadelphia’s final 10 games, with an earliest return date of March 25 against Chicago, a development that could impact the Sixers’ playoff push and trigger tax/roster considerations, as George cites an improper medication taken while seeking mental health treatment.
The Trump administration has escalated its war on drug cartels by deploying military-style tactics, including lethal strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean, drawing criticism over legality, effectiveness, and potential unintended consequences, while framing these actions as part of a broader effort to treat drug trafficking as a terrorist threat.
Tristan Thompson has been suspended for 25 games by the NBA for violating the Anti-Drug Program, with the suspension beginning immediately. The Cleveland Cavaliers expressed disappointment in the news and stated their full support for the program. Despite the suspension, Thompson will be allowed to travel to games but must leave the arena two hours before tipoff. He is set to return for the Cavaliers' game against the Houston Rockets on March 16. In addition to his NBA career, Thompson has been involved in personal controversies, including infidelity scandals with Khloé Kardashian.