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 playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. He is recognized as a nine-time NBA All-Star, a six-time All-NBA Team selection, and a four-time NBA All-Defensive Team member, highlighting his exceptional offensive and defensive skills throughout his NBA career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1998: Mark Jackson's Playoff 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.

2011: All-Rookie Second Team

In 2011, Paul George was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team after averaging 7.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in his first season.

November 21, 2012: Career High 37 points

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

February 13, 2013: First Triple-Double

On February 13, 2013, Paul George recorded his first career triple-double in a victory over the Charlotte Bobcats, finishing with 23 points, 12 rebounds, 12 assists and 2 steals.

May 13, 2013: All-Defensive Second Team

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

2013: NBA Most Improved Player

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

2016: All-Star and Olympic Gold Medal

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

April 14, 2017: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for April

On April 14, 2017, Paul George was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for games played in April. He averaged an NBA-high 32.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, leading the Pacers to a 5-1 record and a playoff spot.

January 27, 2018: Named All-Star Replacement

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

November 10, 2019: Number Retired by Fresno State

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

March 29, 2022: Return From Injury

On March 29, 2022, in his first game back from injury, Paul George scored 34 points, with six assists and four steals, in a 121–115 comeback victory over the Utah Jazz.

October 22, 2022: George scores 40 points in win over 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. This marked the 20th time in his career, including playoffs, that he scored at least 40 points, and the fifth time as a member of the Clippers.

March 5, 2023: George scores 42 points and 11 rebounds in win over 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: George scores 37 points in win over Grizzlies

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