On Tuesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers played the Milwaukee Bucks (at home) at the Wells Fargo Center.
The 76ers won by a score of 139-122.
Paul George finished with 32 points, five rebounds, five assists and two steals while shooting 11/21 from the field and 9/15 from three-point range in 33 minutes of playing time.
NBA Star Paul George Made History In Bucks-76ers Game On Tuesday
In addition to his strong performance, George also made NBA history.
Via Real App: “Paul George is now tied for the most games by a forward in NBA history with 9+ 3PM.”
George is now averaging 16.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.5 steals per contest while shooting 42.2% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range in 26 games.
He is in his second season playing for the 76ers.
Via @UnderdogNBA: “Vintage Paul George tonight: 32 PTS 11-21 FG 9-15 3PT His most 3s in a game since 2019 with OKC.”
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With their victory over the Bucks, the 76ers are now 25-21 in 46 games, which has them as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference.
They have gone 4-6 over their last ten games (and are 13-13 at home).
Following the Bucks, the 76ers will play their next game on Thursday when they host Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings.
Via @eringrugan of Liberty Ballers: “That was a fun one with the Sixers taking down the Bucks. First up for video, the leading-scorer on the floor tonight: Paul George, who absolutely came alive in the third frame when Philly needed it.”
As for the Bucks, they dropped to 18-27 in 45 games, which has them as the 12th seed in the Eastern Conference.
They are in the middle of a three-game losing streak (and 3-7 over their last ten).
Following the 76ers, the Bucks will play their next game on Thursday when they visit the Washington Wizards.
George was the 10th pick in the 2010 NBA Draft out of Fresno State.
He has also spent time with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers over 16 seasons.
