Clippers Ink Paul George To Max Contract Extension Through 2024-25 Season

After a disappointing end to the 2019-20 season, the long-term future of Paul George and the LA Clippers was uncertain. With both George and Kawhi Leonard having player options for the 2021-22 season, there was a chance they could both walk in free agency after the upcoming season.

This won’t be the case for PG, as Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN first reported that he has agreed to a max contract extension, adding four years to his current deal with the Clippers.

Under this max extension, George will be guaranteed as much as $226 million over the next five years. He will now be under contract through the 2024-25 NBA season, with a player option in that final year.

Shortly after signing this extension, George spoke to the media about what he wants to accomplish during the remainder of his new contract.

“I owe them a trophy. That’s what I owe this organization. This is a window we’re trying to capture.”

George signing this extension takes him off of the board as one of the best free agents in a loaded class next offseason. While there is still a chance Kawhi could opt out after the upcoming season, it will be interesting to see what he does now that George has committed long-term.

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