Why has Paul George been suspended from the NBA for 25 games?

The NBA has announced that Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games after he “violated the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program”.

In a statement, the basketball organisation wrote:

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program, it was announced today by the NBA.

George’s suspension will begin with tonight’s game between the 76ers and New Orleans Pelicans at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

No other information was given. He is expected to be eligible to return on March 25, when Philadelphia play against Chicago.

Paul George releases statement on suspension:

“Over the past few years, I’ve discussed the importance of mental health, and in the course of recently seeking treatment for an issue of my own, I made the mistake of taking an improper medication.

I take full responsibility for my actions and apologize to the Sixers organization, my teammates and the Philly fans for my poor decision making during this process.

I am focused on using this time to make sure that my mind and body are in the best condition to help the team when I return.”

How much money does Paul George make? Contract details:

AP report that the suspension will cost George “roughly $11.7 million of his $51.7 million salary, or about $469,691.72 for each of the 25 games missed.”

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