In the 76ers’ Game 1 loss to the Celtics, Paul George delivered 17 points on efficient shooting but took only eight shots from the field. With Joel Embiid sidelined indefinitely, Philadelphia’s prospects in the series hinge on George increasing his offensive output. Despite solid numbers, George’s passivity contrasts with his need to partner effectively with Tyrese Maxey, who has stepped up as the primary scoring threat in the absence of Embiid.