The NBA has suspended Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George 25 games for violating terms of the league's anti-drug policy, it announced Saturday. The first game of George's suspension will be Saturday's contest with the New Orleans Pelicans. George, 35, said in a statement to ESPN he mistakenly took "improper medication" to combat mental health.

Kelly Oubre Jr. has a long runway with Paul George suspended for 25 games.

Shaquille O'Neal was rather critical of Paul George following the announcement of his 25-game suspension due to breaking the NBA's anti-drug policy.

Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.

Philadelphia 76ers big man Andre Drummond addresses the number of trade rumors as well as the Paul George suspension.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended 25 games by the NBA. According to a statement from the league, George's suspension stems from a violation of the NBA/NBPA anti-drug program. In a statement to ESPN's Shams Charania, George explained he mistakenly took an "improper medication."

While it’ll take more than one guy to make up for Paul George’s absence, Kelly Oubre Jr. is as important as anyone.