Paul George wants the Philadelphia 76ers to change their play style as they continue to struggle in the 2024-25 season.

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George suggested Friday that he isn't a fan of being utilized as a center as part of a small-ball lineup. Speaking to

Due to injuries to starting center Joel Embiid and backup center Andre Drummond, Paul George was asked to play in the paint rather than his usual position at the wing against the New Orleans Pelicans,

George is on pace for one of the worst offensive seasons of his 15-year career. Nick Nurse and Tyrese Maxey remain firmly in his corner.

This week, the Philadelphia 76ers weren’t certain about Paul George’s playing status at times. After George competed against the Phoenix Suns for nearly 38 minu

Nurse has preached patience. George has experience dealing with a similar situation in Los Angeles, where he was teammates with the frequently unavailable Kawhi Leonard. Maxey, as is the point guard’s default, framed it in terms of what he can do to help get George going on any given night.

Because of injuries to both players, the two All-Stars have played together in only 12 of the Sixers’ 33 games. On Saturday, Embiid finished with game highs of 28 points and 12 rebounds in just three quarters of action. George, who also sat out the fourth quarter, added 17 points, six assists, and two steals.

Looking to bounce back after a loss against the Phoenix Suns on Monday, the Philadelphia 76ers are left to try and get back on the right track without a pair of

In the aftermath of the 76ers' loss to the Pelicans on Friday, star swingman Paul George opened up on his time playing center for the team. In a blunt response, George admitted that he was "bored" in the role and hinted at a desire to stick to his natural position at small forward.