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Paul George Understands Trade Hate, Won’t Try to Be ‘Superstar’ for Celtics
George says he understands the trade backlash and plans to support Jayson Tatum while helping Boston contend.
- On Tuesday, Paul George addressed reporters for the first time as a Boston Celtics member, acknowledging that fan resentment over the Jaylen Brown trade is "fair."
- The Celtics sent Brown to Philadelphia in July, leaving some fans underwhelmed by the return; concerns persist regarding George's health after he missed nearly 40% of his teams' games over seven seasons.
- Identifying Jayson Tatum as the team's "superstar," George emphasized his willingness to play a supporting role, aiming to act as a "great co-partner to JT."
- Team president Brad Stevens bolstered the roster by acquiring center Mitchell Robinson and point guard Mike Conley Jr. in free agency; "you can feel their presence in the building," Stevens told reporters.
- Physically, George feels "amazing" after a summer of training rather than rehabilitation, with the Celtics opening the 2026-27 season on Oct. 20 against the Detroit Pistons.
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Paul George makes candid admission about surprise Celtics trade
BOSTON — The Celtics stunned most of the NBA world this summer when they elected to trade star forward Jaylen Brown to their Conference rivals in Philadelphia. Count Paul George as a name on that list.
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Paul George Gets Honest About Replacing Jaylen Brown
Paul George arrived at the Celtics this offseason in the blockbuster trade that sent 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, and the reaction from Boston fans hasn’t escaped him. But rather than take the criticism personally, George understands why Brown’s departure has hit the city so hard. “I understand my circumstances. I understand how […]
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