Despite reports saying Pacers star Paul George was unlikely to return this season, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported the team could have him back on the floor as soon as Saturday in a home game against the Nets.
Pacers targeting Paul George's debut within the next week according to multiple sources. Could be as early as tomorrow but not decided yet
— Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) March 20, 2015Going into Friday night, the Pacers are tied with Celtics for the eighth and final playoff sport out of the Eastern Conference. The addition of George could possibly vault the Pacers solidly into the playoff picture.
George is seven-plus months removed from a gruesome leg injury as a member of Team USA.