Clippers Paul George opting out of player option to explore free agency

Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George waited until the final hours possible to make a decision on his player option. The veteran forward is reportedly declining the option to explore alternate destinations in free agency.Gay porn 1xbet ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski first reported the news, writing, “BREAKING: Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George is declining his $48.7M option and entering free agency, sources tell ESPN. He’s planning to set meetings with cap space teams and the Clippers beginning Sunday night. An opt-in/trade scenario is now gone.” BREAKING: Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George is declining his $48.7M option and entering free agency, sources tell ESPN. He’s planning to set meetings with cap space teams and the Clippers beginning Sunday night. An opt-in/trade scenario is now gone. pic.twitter.com/kASDp58eDD While George is expected to meet with the Clippers about a potential extension, there are serious contenders who could pry him away from LA. The Philadelphia 76ers are undoubtedly the top competition, as their plethora of cap space blended with the star talent of Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey is enticing. Signing George could vault the Sixers among the biggest threats in the Eastern Conference alongside the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. Anthony Pasciolla is a sports journalist who contributes to The Sporting News. He writes about the NBA and NFL, primarily focusing on the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Eagles.