The Paul George Invitational, also known as the 2025 NBA Finals, is set. Thunder vs. Pacers — two teams that wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for Playoff P and his westward ambitions.

Paul George failed to play more than 60 games in four of his five seasons in L.A., and his “Playoff P” nickname became more of a punchline than a badge of honor.

Paul George has a message for the Oklahoma City Thunder after their NBA Championship.

George finished third in MVP voting in the 2018-19 season, averaging 28 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game.

The trade, revisited five seasons later Clippers received: F Paul George Thunder received: G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander F Danilo Gallinari Miami Heat’s 2021 unprotected first-rounder (Tre Mann ...

When George landed in OKC in 2017, it was part of Sam Presti’s desperate bid to retool after Kevin Durant’s departure. Pairing George with Russell Westbrook brought immediate relevance.

The Paul George Invitational, also known as the 2025 NBA Finals, is set. The Thunder and Pacers chartered unique courses in becoming unlikely NBA Finals foes.