"Over the past few years, I've discussed the importance of mental health, and in the course of recently seeking treatment for an issue of my own, I made the mistake of taking an improper medication,"
"I take full responsibility for my actions and apologize to the Sixers organization, my teammates and the Philly fans for my poor decision making during this process."
"I am focused on using this time to make sure that my mind and body are in the best condition to help the team when I return."
Paul George will be suspended without pay for 25 games for violating the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program, with the suspension beginning tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans. He apologized to the Sixers organization, teammates and Philly fans, accepting responsibility for taking an improper medication while seeking treatment for a mental-health issue. He stated he made a mistake and will use the suspension period to ensure his mind and body are in the best condition to help the team upon return. George is averaging 16 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 27 games this season.
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