Paul George Explodes for Season-High 35 Points Despite Sixers Loss

Paul George delivered a season-high 35 points (11-21 FG, 7-10 3Pt, 6-6 FT), adding 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 block in 33 minutes during the Sixers' 120-117 loss to the Hawks. With Tyrese Maxey sidelined, George's usage rate surged to 28, averaging 29.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 5.5 triples on impressive 50/65/100 shooting splits over his last two games. He hit a season-high seven three-pointers, improving his season long-range efficiency to 43.3%.