Paul George has struggled throughout his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers, but it's possible some of his woes have stemmed from a lingering injury. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, George is dealing with tendon damage in his left pinky finger but has been doing all he can to remain available for the 76ers.

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NEW YORK -- After the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, the focus was squarely on Paul George. With Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey sidelined due to injury, the Sixers were leaning on George to get the job done and lead the offense and it was tough sledding for him.