76ers Superstar Paul George Offers Explanation for Banned Substance Suspension
76ers forward Paul George has finally commented on the 25-game suspension he received after failing a drug test due to taking a banned substance. Following his suspension earlier this year, the NBA veteran held a press conference where he addressed the situation. He explained that his decision to take a banned substance was motivated by a desire to recover from a knee injury sustained in the offseason and to cope with the resulting mental health challenges. “At the moment, I didn’t know the repercussions,” he explained. “It was just a poorly timed decision.” He continued: "Being a pro athlete takes a toll on you. My body wasn't where I wanted it to be. The expectations to perform because of my body not being where it needed to be, obviously, I'm going to have an expectation for myself. That's what led to a poor decision at the time." Paul George Gives Details About His Suspension The 35-year-old lamented that he’s “no superhero” and that he’s “human,” and “...
