Here’s the latest I can confirm:
- Paul George was suspended 25 games by the NBA for violating the league’s anti-drug policy. The league announced the suspension on January 31, 2026, with the news widely reported across outlets.[1][4]
- George said in a statement that he took an “improper medication” while undergoing treatment for a mental health issue and takes responsibility for his actions.[2][1]
- The suspension began immediately, and he was eligible to return in late March 2026; reports indicated the earliest return date around March 25, 2026, leaving a portion of the season remaining.[3][7][2]
If you’d like, I can pull in more details from each outlet or provide a brief timeline of the events and return date.
Citations:
- NBA suspension announcement and details:[4][1]
- George’s stated rationale and apology:[1][2]
- Return-date and season context:[7][2][3]
Sources
One of Philadelphia's top players will begin his suspension on Saturday
www.cbssports.comGeorge is averaging 16 points a game and has been part of a 76ers team showing signs of being a postseason threat.
www.nbcsports.comGeorge said in a statement that he took 'an improper medication' while being treated for a mental health issue.
www.nytimes.comPaul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA's anti-drug program, the league announced Saturday.
www.cnn.comPaul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
apnews.comPaul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
www.cbsnews.comVeteran 76ers forward Paul George was suspended 25 games without pay for taking "improper medication," according to George.
www.espn.comPaul George, one of the NBA's most prominent players, has been suspended 25 games. Get the details at Hoops Rumors.
www.hoopsrumors.comPaul George said he took “improper medication" while seeking mental health treatment, a decision that resulted in a 25-game NBA suspension for the 76ers star.
www.foxnews.com