George's 38 not enough as Pistons rally to defeat Celtics
Paul George poured in 38 points in his Celtics debut, but it wasn't enough as the Pistons rallied late to down Boston 121-113 in Tuesday's season opener.
ESPN reports: Paul George poured in 38 points in his Celtics debut, but it wasn't enough as the Pistons rallied late to down Boston 121-113 in Tuesday's season opener.
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