Paul George recently shared how Kobe Bryant and Floyd Mayweather played pivotal roles in his recovery from the devastating leg injury he suffered during a Team USA scrimmage in 2014. On his podcast, “Podcast P with Paul George,” he opened up about how their advice and support helped him navigate the grueling rehab process.
George recalled Kobe Bryant’s guidance, saying, “Kobe was there for me, offering support and telling me, ‘The rehab is going to be tough, the work will be hard, but you have to attack it just like you attack your workouts on the court.’ He warned me that the process would be tedious and exhausting, but that mindset shift made all the difference for me.”
He continued, “If Kobe hadn’t prepared me for the mental challenge, I probably wouldn’t have been fully committed. But knowing what to expect, I pushed through the rehab just as I would a tough practice session.”
George also mentioned Floyd Mayweather’s role, explaining how the legendary boxer’s encouragement helped him stay focused during his recovery. “Floyd’s support was invaluable. Just knowing he was in my corner, rooting for me, made a huge impact on my mindset.”
Ultimately, the wisdom and encouragement from these two icons provided George with the strength and determination he needed to overcome one of the toughest challenges of his career.