NBA star and Los Angeles Clippers’ SF Paul George supports Russell Westbrook following a heated altercation with a fan during the Clippers’ recent home game against the Denver Nuggets. George feels that despite fans paying for tickets, they should not feel entitled to disrespect players when their performance doesn’t meet expectations.
Expressing his perspective, George mentioned that while fans pay to attend games, it doesn’t justify disrespecting players during their work. He believes there should be a mutual line of respect between fans and players, regardless of the occupation, emphasizing the importance of respecting individuals while they perform their jobs.
Paul George Supports Russell Westbrook
Regarding Westbrook’s incident, George highlighted that the verbal exchange stemmed from a fan’s reported insult towards Westbrook’s family. Both Westbrook and George recognize that fans, despite investing in tickets, shouldn’t have the liberty to say anything they want to players during the game.
The game between the Clippers and the Nuggets not only witnessed the confrontation between Westbrook and a fan but also highlighted a challenging night for the Clippers. They faced defeat against the defending champions without key players like Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon. Former Clippers Reggie Jackson and DeAndre Jordan contributed significantly to the Nuggets’ victory, resulting in the Clippers ranking 11th in the Western Conference with a 4-8 record since acquiring James Harden.
During the game, George struggled on the court, scoring only 6 points, while Kawhi Leonard delivered 31 points. Meanwhile, Westbrook contributed 14 points and 11 assists. However, the focus wasn’t solely on the Clippers‘ performance but on the issue of fans displaying excessive entitlement, a matter of concern for the players.
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