VIDEO: Paul George posterizes Nikola Mirotic
Paul George is showing no ill-effects of the broken leg that cost him all but six games last season.
After clanking a jumper, the Indiana Pacers forward secured his own rebound against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday, before proceeding to crown Nikola Mirotic, who tried his very best to avoid a soaring George as he rocketed to the basket.
After the game, George spoke about regaining his confidence.
Paul George on his monster dunk: “It felt good. Those plays are ones that build the confidence that I’m back.”
— Nate Taylor (@ByNateTaylor) October 21, 2015
When healthy, George is one of the league's premier high-flyers, but he wasn't able to show that last season. George was largely ground-bound in his brief return to end the season, but after a full summer of training, the two-time All-Star looks ready to pick up where he left off.
In his last healthy season, George averaged 21.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists and earned an All-NBA Third Team berth.