Paul George Sets Celtics Debut Record With 38 Points In Loss

Paul George made a stellar Celtics debut with 38 points, 5 steals, 5 rebounds, and 7 three-pointers in a 121-113 loss to Detroit. George set a new franchise record for points in a debut, surpassing Kristaps Porzingis. Despite the strong individual showing and feeling fully healthy after a difficult knee injury stint in Philadelphia, George dismissed moral victories as Boston blew a 22-point lead. He credited teammates and coaches for helping him adjust.