NBA issues 76ers’ Paul George with 25-game ban for drug violation

NBA suspends Philadelphia 76ers’ nine-time All Star Paul George for 25 games for undisclosed anti-drug policy violation.

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Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA’s Anti-Drug Program, the league has announced.

The NBA did not disclose the nature of the violation or the substance that was involved. The 25-game suspension, by terms of the agreement between the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association, indicates that this was a first violation by George.

NBA issues 76ers’ Paul George with 25-game ban for drug violation

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