Paul George heard the chatter. Given his age – he turned 35 in May – such claims were understandable, but George’s goal this season was to prove that they were unfounded. George is averaging more points this season despite playing fewer minutes as he continues to work his way back from offseason knee surgery.

Unfortunately for the Philadelphia 76ers and the fantasy managers invested in their marquee players, injuries have been a significant factor in recent years. Whether we're talking Joel Embiid, Paul George or anyone else,

From Joel Embiid's aggression as a driver to Paul George's role versatility and late-game heroics, a look back at how the Sixers' two highest-paid players carried the load with Tyrese Maxey out on Friday.

George and Embiid both struggled in Sunday's loss to the Lakers, which was their second game playing together this season.

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George gives advice to Tyrese Maxey on how to handle the heavy workload he has taken on.