76ers’ Joel Embiid calls Paul George Celtics’ ‘best player’

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid praised former teammate Paul George following the Boston Celtics' 123-101 victory over Philadelphia. George, who joined the Celtics in an offseason trade that sent Jaylen Brown to the 76ers, led all scorers with 36 points in his return to Philadelphia. After the game, Embiid commended George's strong form and noted that he has arguably been Boston's best player this season.

George made six 3-pointers along with five rebounds in the win, while Jayson Tatum added 21 points for Boston. For the 76ers, Tyrese Maxey led the team with 24 points, Embiid scored 16 points, and Brown finished with 13 points amid foul trouble. Philadelphia next faces the Toronto Raptors on Thursday.