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NBA: Clippers ink extension with forward Paul George

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Agence France-Presse

<p>LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Clippers will be keeping Paul George in his Southern California home for four more years, signing the veteran NBA forward to a contract extension reportedly worth up to $226 million.</p><p>&quot;As a kid growing up in Southern California, I always dreamed of playing in Los Angeles, where my friends and family could come watch me play,&quot; George said in a statement. </p><p>&quot;I am proud to call this my home and look forward to doing my part in helping make the team a tremendous success – both on and off the court – in the years ahead.&quot;</p><p>Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank called the deal &quot;an important moment&quot; for a franchise that has long played second-fiddle to the Lakers in Los Angeles.</p><p>&quot;We aspire to create a destination for players, an environment where they can succeed and enjoy their success,&quot; Frank said.</p><p>Head coach Tyronn Lue praised George&#x27;s versatility and leadership.</p><p>George was acquired by the Clippers in July of 2019 and in his first season with the club he averaged 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists and shot a career-high 41.2 percent from three-point range.</p><p>The Clippers did not release terms of the deal, but the Los Angeles Times, citing two people with knowledge of the contract, reported George could earn up to $226 million over five years and has a player option for the final season in 2024-25.</p><p>bb/dj</p><p>© Agence France-Presse</p><div><strong>FROM THE ARCHIVES</strong></div><figure class="op-interactive"><iframe height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YKjzVPsbgIk?enablejsapi=1" width="560"></iframe></figure><div class="iwantbar">Watch more in <a href="//www.iwantv.com.ph/">iWantv</a> or <a href="//tfc.tv/">TFC.tv</a></div>

<p>LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Clippers will be keeping Paul George in his Southern California home for four more years, signing the veteran NBA forward to a contract extension reportedly worth up to $226 million.</p>

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Clippers will be keeping Paul George in his Southern California home for four more years, signing the veteran NBA forward to a contract extension reportedly worth up to $226 million.