Report: Rockets could aggressively pursue Paul George

The Houston Rockets could reportedly be on the short list of suitors for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George this offseason, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

With most of the conversation about George's upcoming free agency focused on whether George will flee to the Los Angeles Lakers or return to the Thunder, Wojnarowski said he expects the Rockets to be "aggressive" in trying to find a way to sign him.

Wojnarowski also noted that George "fits right in" with the Philadelphia 76ers, though didn't clarify the team's level of interest.

The Thunder also remain a logical destination for George, who reportedly enjoyed his lone season in Oklahoma City next to Russell Westbrook and Steven Adams despite the early playoff exit.

A native of Los Angeles, George has been open about the appeal of signing with his hometown team; however, shortly after he was dealt to the Thunder, he described his interest in going to the Lakers as "overstated."

The 28-year-old is a likely candidate for a maximum contract come July. The perennial All-Star just averaged 21-plus points for the fourth time in five seasons while shooting 40.1 percent from three.