The locker-room scene was not overly tense or uncomfortable once reporters entered following Nurse’s news conference. But Paul George, who scored 18 points on 5-of-13 shooting, declined an interview request, leaving teammates such as rookie Jared McCain and newcomer Caleb Martin to speak for the team. Joel Embiid did hold court at his locker, but when asked if the meeting was “positive,” he responded with a coy, “Oh, we had a meeting?” -via The Philadelphia Inquirer / November 19, 2024
