Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has undergone successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, the team confirmed on Monday. The nine-time NBA All-Star sustained the injury during a recent off-season workout.
In a statement, the 76ers noted that the minimally invasive procedure did not affect any ligaments and that George will begin a rehabilitation program immediately. His condition will be re-evaluated at the start of training camp later this year.
The nature of the injury that prompted the surgery has not been disclosed. However, the team emphasized that the operation was precautionary and aimed at addressing discomfort that arose during pre-season preparation.
George, 34, signed a four-year, $212 million maximum contract with Philadelphia last summer but was limited to just 41 games during the 2024–25 campaign due to a series of injuries. He averaged 16.2 points per game—the lowest since his rookie season with the Indiana Pacers in 2010–11—and well below his career average of 20.6 points.
The procedure marks another setback for the veteran forward as he looks to regain full fitness and play a key role in the Sixers’ pursuit of Eastern Conference dominance this upcoming season.
Team officials remain optimistic that George will recover in time to be a full participant in training camp, but his readiness for the start of the regular season remains uncertain.
