Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Indiana Pacers, leading the franchise to two Eastern Conference finals appearances.

George once again returned to Indiana earlier this month in a road game with the Sixers, and still did not receive a homecoming tribute from the Pacers organization.

Paul George had a standout seven-year career with the Indiana Pacers before moving on to other NBA franchises. Now, as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, he’s speaking out about the lack of recognition he’s received from his former team since his departure.

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George has shown different versions of his skills on each team. But the Indiana Pacers remain special. PG-13 started his career in Indianapolis after the team drafted him as the 10th overall pick in 2010.

Paul George suffered a pinky injury during the 76ers’ game against the Bulls and will not return, as per Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports. Obviously it’s too early to speculate on the severity of George’s injury and any time that he may miss, if any at all, but it’s certainly another gut punch in what’s been a tough season.

The organization had high expectations after signing Paul George over the offseason to team up with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, George's time in the City of Brotherly Love may be shortlived, according to Vince Goodwill of Yahoo! Sports .

Dec 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) passes the ball between Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) and center Joel Embiid (21) during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.

"I think the way things played out still holds a grudge to them and they don't realize the great runs we had in the time I was there."

Paul George’s return to Indiana with the Philadelphia ... including leading them to back-to-back Eastern Conference Finals in 2013 and 2014, George was met with an uncharacteristic silence ...

Embiid, who has been out since Jan. 4 with a foot sprain and knee swelling stemming from last year's meniscus surgery, was a partial participant in Monday's practice, the team said.

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George opens up and gets candid on his disappointment with the Indiana Pacers organization.

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