Paul George, the first of Philadelphia's max players to return from a 25-game suspension, is set to play against the Bulls. This comes as the team struggles with injuries to Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, who have been out for almost a month due to an oblique injury and an elbow sprain respectively. Despite these injuries, the 76ers have managed to hold on, but have slipped to No. 7 in the Eastern Conference. George, who had averaged 16 points per game in his first 27 appearances this season, is expected to step up his role as a key player in the team's attempt to salvage a playoff spot. He has expressed confidence in his ability to perform and be a focal guy, particularly as he recovers from an injured knee.