Paul George's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Paul George. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Paul George, nicknamed "PG-13", is a highly accomplished American professional basketball player currently with the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. He has earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including nine NBA All-Star selections, six All-NBA Team selections, and four NBA All-Defensive Team selections. He is considered one of the premier two-way players in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1998: Pacers Player Postseason Triple-Double

In Game 1 of the Pacers' 2013 NBA playoffs first-round series versus the Atlanta Hawks, George recorded his first career playoff triple-double, tallying 23 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists in a 107–90 win. It was the first postseason triple-double by a Pacers player since Mark Jackson had one in the 1998 playoffs.

November 18, 2008: SportsCenter's Play of the Day

On November 18, 2008, Paul George made an impression with his one-handed slam dunk over Mickey McConnell that earned him SportsCenter's number 1 "Play of the Day" while playing for Fresno State against Saint Mary's.

2011: Named to NBA All-Rookie Second Team

In 2011, Paul George was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team following his inaugural season with the Indiana Pacers.

November 21, 2012: Career-High Points and Franchise Record

On November 21, 2012, Paul George scored a career-high 37 points and made nine three-pointers against the New Orleans Hornets, breaking the franchise record for most 3-pointers made in a single game.

2012: 2012-13 Campaign

To cap off a great 2012–13 campaign, George was named to the All-NBA Third Team.

May 13, 2013: Named to NBA All-Defensive Second Team

On May 13, 2013, Paul George was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.

2013: NBA Most Improved Player and All-Star Selection

In 2013, Paul George was named the NBA Most Improved Player and earned his first All-Star selection, also leading the Pacers to their first Eastern Conference Finals trip since 2004.

February 10, 2014: Called Best Two-Way Player by Brian Shaw

Following a Pacers' win over the Denver Nuggets on February 10, 2014, Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw called Paul George "the best two-way player in the game".

2014: Playoffs

In the 2014 playoffs, the Pacers eliminated the Atlanta Hawks and the Washington Wizards in the first two rounds. In game 4 against the Wizards, George scored a then playoff career-high 39 points. The Pacers were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat for the third straight year. For his efforts, George was named to the All-NBA third team, which qualified him for the full 30% extension and All-Defensive First Team.

2016: All-Star and Olympic Gold Medal

In 2016, Paul George became an All-Star again and won an Olympic gold medal.

April 14, 2017: Eastern Conference Player of the Month

On April 14, 2017, George was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for games played in April, averaging an NBA-high 32.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists.

January 27, 2018: Named All-Star Replacement

On January 27, 2018, George was named as a replacement for the injured DeMarcus Cousins on Team LeBron for the 2018 NBA All-Star Game.

November 10, 2019: Fresno State Jersey Retirement

On November 10, 2019, Paul George's number 24 was retired by Fresno State.

March 29, 2022: Return from Injury

On March 29, 2022, George returned from injury, scoring 34 points in a 121–115 victory over the Utah Jazz.

October 22, 2022: Scored 40 Points Against Kings

On October 22, 2022, Paul George scored 40 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and had 6 assists in an 111–109 win over the Sacramento Kings. It marked the 20th time in his career, including playoffs, where he scored at least 40 points, and his fifth as a member of the Clippers.

March 5, 2023: Posted 42 Points and 11 Rebounds Against Grizzlies

On March 5, 2023, Paul George posted 42 points and 11 rebounds in a 135–129 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

January 12, 2024: Scored 37 Points Against Grizzlies

On January 12, 2024, Paul George scored 37 points on 12-of-18 shooting, 7-of-10 from three, 6-of-6 from the free throw line in a 128–119 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.