Paul George Opens Up About The Horrific Injury That Changed Everything 

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We often forget about this crazy gruesome injury. The fact he was able to come back from that and still be at an all star level and have his best season in okc is crazy and deserves more praise

This is why I can never slander PG he literally beat the odds coming back from that injury I thought he would never be the same and he came back even better salute PG🫡🐐

I tore my ACL, medial meniscus, lateral meniscus and MCL fully. I was out for like 13 months and missed my senior year of basketball. That was the hardest thing I've ever had to go through, I can't imagine how hard it was for PG. Dude was literally at the pinnacle of his career. The fact that he's able to still play at an incredibly high level is a testament to his hard work and love for the game of basketball.

Paul coming back from that type of injury is incredible. His leg went sideways. I’ll always remember the clip

I remember that injury I’m glad PG recovered fully from it

This is why there should never be any PG slander. For him to come back and still play at an All NBA level is inspiring

The crazy thing about his injury is that he bounced back so quick and is still one of the best players in the league like determination of this guy is crazy he was not gonna give up

Had that same exact injury playing basketball when I was 21. Not only are you dealing with the physical recovery but, the mental as well. And I’m from Indiana as well ….so that one hit close to home for me!

To be able to comeback and hoop at the level he is today , mentally tough and you can tell he wanted it ....props to Pg13 #LAC

I'm a young 47 year old and watch plenty basketball over the years. Favorite player of all time, dude is very humble and over came alot. I pray for his continue health and success.

If I got injured like that I'd be scared to jump again

Yup, people forget the type of trajectory he was on. He gave LeBron and the Heat HELL. There was a very strong chance that they could've beaten them the next year. He was a certified top 5 player. It was Bron, Kobe, KD, then PG. He was actually better than Kawhi, who didn't really have an offensive package yet.

Never forget what this man went through. He is such a legend.

I injured my right leg two months ago I broke my tibia got a surgery so they could reattach the top of the bone back to the tibia I stayed home for over a month not mentioning a week in the hospital and the two hours in the car to get to the hospital and over four hours of waiting in the hospital that night was absolute hell trying to get an xray was brutal. then after three weeks I started going to school and that was the best day of whole time I’ve been injured the happiest moment of those two months i never thought going to school would be such a big deal for me until I experienced staying at home for a month straight I’ve tried to keep a positive mindset and still trying to keep it I’ve started to walk without crutches today and in a few days I’ll start physical therapy. I’ve kept in mind Pg’s and Kd’s injuries but especially their comeback stories they really kept me going through this healing process because of how well they’ve bounced back hopefully I can bounce back too and get better and better.

I had the same injury and it was devastating the uncertainty of not knowing if you’re gonna be able to get back on the court is incredible I really admire this brother because even though he’s got a lot of money and he’s got the professional help the psychological part is the toughest one to get through

The fact PG still playing is mindblowing

I completely forgot about thissss! That’s how you know PG has actually completely overcome that! Glad to see guys like him and Drose cement their spot in the league

Much Respect and love to PG, God listened to you’re prayers man, and allowed a full recovery. it’s great to still be able to see you on the court to this day. We clippers fans appreciate you fam.❤

Was watching that game live with my family when he got hurt and we all were in such shock like it was insane. Worst injury I’ve seen live like that

I think that injury changed his game, cause after that it seemed as though he started taking way more 3's and driving to the basket less.

That pain in recovery must have been different. Such a gruesome injury. Deserves all the praise to comeback at this level.

He may still have come back to all star level which is a miracle of its own, but before his injury he was considered a perennial MVP candidate and he was still on his way up. He’s still be an all star but there’s a certain level that he hasn’t been able to consistently reach ever since and it’s crazy to imagine what could’ve been

Did this get recommended for y’all after paul george just got hurt???

I can’t even rewatch it to this day

I’m recovering from my second ACL tear rn and it’s pretty hard to stay positive some days. Makes me question if I should ever return to sports even tho I love playing so much

I don’t remember what happened to him, but I’ve torn my ACL multiple times. Definitely the most mentally and emotionally taxing moments of my life. I understand exactly how he felt

Saw it happen live on TV and I forgot all about it. PG been so consistent on both ends of the floor that his injury is just a memory. I'm glad he recovered and glad so many of us got to witness a straight up baller!

That injury was so nuts. i’m so glad he’s doing amazing still and adjust his game more

PG 6’2 that year. Crazy. Glad he recovered.

That injury is the reason I'm not too hard of a critic on his game. It's a blessing to be able to still see him play.

As a pacers fan he the best we ever had … when he got hurt it was the entire fan base hurt wit em

Heart of a warrior! Back to an all star and everything! :D

As a Pacers fan, PG really did give his ALL for Indy. I was fortunate enough to watch him tie Reggie's single game three point record against the New Orleans Hornets. That's one of many memories I have of watching this dude just balling his rocks off.

Man PG I just got the same injury you got man and this right here gonna help me get thru it man this sucks.

Quite amazing how much PG is taken for granted without forgetting this gruesome injury

Not only is this a great podcast, but I also want to commend JJ on letting his guests finish their thoughts without interrupting them. Salute PG for being able to come back from that injury, I remember seeing it live and just felt sick.

this is why i never understood the pg hate the fact he's still playing basketball let alone at the level that he does is crazy it amazes how guys like giannis or curry get praised for everything they do but a guy like pg gets hate no matter what

I forgot he even had that injury looking back I remember thinking his career was over

legend for how he bounced back

He came back the following season and played 81 games ,, that's impressive,,

I had a similar open tibia fracture after motorcycle accident. He's lucky he had trainers push him through that monotony period and keep his muscle/joints active. If you're ever have a similar injury do not skip those annoying exercises and the groundhog day of it. I learned the hard way after getting back in the gym and almost had to start from stratch. And props to him for bouncing back to an elite level! The mental toughness of PG must have is special - Thank you for the high level content as always, old man

True inspiration to see where he is today!

“Emotions of the unknown.” 💯

Mad respect and love for PG13’s game. An elite athlete who just wants to win, without the ego. Hope this dude gets a chip before he hangs up his boots.

I remember watching that scrimmage live, so unfortunate to see at the time.

As a pacers fan I remember watching that USA run live on tv man I’m happy to see him beat all the obstacles

We can look at the video of his injury and see the amount of pain he felt. But one thing we couldn't see was that emotional part of missing out. Of the 'what if?' scenarios that were created because of an accident he had. Crazy thing is that listening to this clip made me remember how I felt the same way about that Pacers team. I felt they all needed 1 more year to really give it to the heat. PG13 was just one of those players that got better each season and to be hit with a situation like that musta been literally a drop from the top of the mountain to the very bottom.

Sending love to PG that brother inspire me

I remember watching this game and seeing that happen was bizarre! PG bounced back like a champ 🫡

as im in the final phases of my rehab as an athlete its just as hard as the first few phases

Lance career definitely took a spiral after that injury, most definitely.

As someone currently going through rehab on a open fracture on my tiba and fibula alot of people don’t understand how painful and suffering this injury is

Paul George might be has one the greatest comeback from a gruesome injury in Sports history! 💪🏼

When I heard the "Overrated" chants at Paul George from fans, I had to wonder do they know who their dealing with? Did they forget this guy came all the way back from a career ending injury? Showing more heart than those fans deserved the privilege to watch play.

imagine current PG with his skillset paired with PG24 athleticism... he's already a top 3 2-way player in the league but sheesh😭😭😭

The way he describes rehab is how I feel on a daily

He has upmost respect like fr people that had his type of injury could never get back that player that they once was

Glad he beat that injury and came back stronger than ever

IDGAF what anyone say PG is top 10 when healthy, his breakout year in OKC showed the entire bag, from 1 to 3, finishing at the basket, mid range, 3 pt shot, handles, 6’8, defensively good asf, PG is that man!!!

Mad respects 💪

Salute to pg still playing at a high level to this day

Watching that injury in real time was something I will never forget. The fact PG13 came back from that is simply amazing

People forget PG was a top 5 player for a couple years.

You know it and I know it he was never the same. Glad he was able to come back I'm sure it was extremely difficult, better than me. Wish him well.

ill always remember that injury. they f'd up the placement of the basket, it was way too close.

PG deserves more praise! Glad he recovered and is a consistently good player and person

Thanks Paul for sharing your experience. It’s hard to admit the mental fatigue in any form of adversity.

He’s playing so well we forget that he’s not even what he should be

Bruh I remember this like it was yesterday, PG deserves credit for coming back and playing at All Star level on both ends…reminded me of Shaun Livingstons leg break wtf

Pacers pg was nasty

crazy how that leg injury stopped pg and indy from having a potential finals appearance in 2015

That 14-15 Pacers team was crazy. No PG, no George Hill for the first half, a regressed Hibbert, were 15-30, and just barely missed the playoffs

PG playing at such a high level that people forget the injury. The media is to blame for all the slander he gets. But his mouth didn't help his case either lol " playoff P" "that was a bad shot" ect

That comeback is why he is one of my favorite players.....even a broken leg cant stop a bucket!!!!!

And it happened again tonight 🥹😢 GET BACK STRONGER PG💪🏼🙏🏼

as a mf from Indiana, not only the team was hurt the entire state and city of Indianapolis was heart broken from that injury. We haven’t seen that kinda of light in the arena since Oladipo, all of our stars in Indiana end up getting injured👎🏽

Mannn i remember like It was yesterday. I was in middle school sickk for PG🤦🏽‍♂️😭

I still believe Paul would’ve been up there with kd and lebron.

Btw that injury is a career ending one. The fact that he recovered and still had the confidence after returning is insane.

As crazy as the injury looked..It’s much easier to recover from PG’s injury than an ACL or Achilles injury

That was a great comeback story.

I cried his game back stg

Before that he was on his way to being a top 5 play in the league... 😢

Bone break is easier to recover from than a ligament tear or a tendon rupture.

Bro just explained a 9-5

That’s crazy to really realize pg & kd was basically out the whole 14-15 season & literally the nba change w Steph & everything

Thank God for Lisa Ann

Respect to you mayne

the smoothest player in the league. and a great guy!

mvpg was the man

THAT INJURY WAS SCARY I THOUGHT HE WAS DONE

I’m from indiana and when I saw it on the news as a kid I literally cried😂

I remember people saying the pacers might win it all next season then the pacers just dropped

It makes you think how much better he would be if that hadn’t happened. He was playing at an MVP at OKC so I know it didn’t hinder him too much, but makes you think.

Gordon Hayward interview soon?

Love PG true champion

As A pacers Fan We can’t catch a break first Danny granger then George then Victor Olidipo hopefully Haliburton stays Healthy.

I actually forgot about this

I wish Paul George Played With The Warriors 😢