Breaking News : Lebron James & other NBA Players Reactions to Paul George Leg Injury!

Indiana Pacers forward Paul George suffered a serious leg injury at a USA Basketball scrimmage on Friday in the 4th quarter at the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV. He had to be carried of a strecher off the court, and the diagnosis wasn't immediately clear, but his right leg looked like it might be broken. He was attempting to block James Harden, when he landed awkwardly resulting in a pretty horrific injury. Players and coaches bob their heads in disbelief after they saw the play happened.

NBA Players React On Paul George's Leg Injury

Despite the gruesome leg injury Paul George posted a tweet telling fans that he'll be alright and he appreciate all the love and support they are giving him.We all wish Paul George a healthy and quick recovery.

Thanks everybody for the love and support.. I'll be ok and be back better than ever!!! Love y'all!! #YoungTrece
— Paul George (@Paul_George24) August 2, 2014

Here are some of the NBA player reactions regarding the injury:
National Basketball Organization's Statement :

Commissioner Adam Silver Statement on Paul George Injury pic.twitter.com/1gcZ7SNdar
— NBA (@NBA) August 2, 2014

Shaquille O'neal's Reaction :

pic.twitter.com/8bym14TpuT
— SHAQ (@SHAQ) August 2, 2014

Steve Nash Reaction :

Sick to my stomach for Paul George. He's tough as nails though. He'll be back big time.
— Steve Nash (@SteveNash) August 2, 2014

Blake Griffin's Reaction :

Prayers up to @Paul_George24 hate to see that happen to anyone.
— Blake Griffin (@blakegriffin32) August 2, 2014

Kevin Durant's Reaction:

God bless u my brother @Paul_George24. Im hurt, praying for you. Praying for peace. Praying that God heals you in a supernatural way.
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) August 2, 2014

From Damian Lillard's Reaction :

Prayers up for @Paul_George24 .Everyone take a minute and say a prayer or send some words of encouragement to him. He will come back strong.
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 2, 2014

Lebron James's Reaction:

Man just landed and got a message about @Paul_George24. Made me immediately sick to my stomach!! Praying for u a speedy recovery homie!!!
— LeBron James (@KingJames) August 2, 2014

Stephen Curry's Reaction :

Pray for PG and his family! Pray for the Doctors overseeing his recovery and that he comes back stronger than before. #USA
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) August 2, 2014

Demarcus Cousins's Reaction :

Prayers pout to Paul George and his family🙏. Stay strong brother
— DeMarcus Cousins (@boogiecousins) August 2, 2014

John Wall's Reaction :

Everybody pray for my bro @Paul_George24 and wish him a speedy recovery...Luv ya bro !!
— John Wall (@John_Wall) August 2, 2014

Nick Young's Reaction :

Sad to see my homie get hurt praying for you my man”@Paul_George24”
— Nick Young (@NickSwagyPYoung) August 2, 2014

Russell Westbrook's Reaction :

Prayers out to @Paul_George24 and his family..
— Russell Westbrook (@russwest44) August 2, 2014

Dwight Howard's Reaction :

Thoughts and prayers going out to @Paul_George24. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
— Dwight Howard (@DwightHoward) August 2, 2014

James Harden's Reaction :

Speedy recover for my guy PG! Praying for you and the fam. The comeback is going to be crazy! http://t.co/xHp295QbUE
— James Harden (@JHarden13) August 2, 2014

Larry Bird and the Indiana Pacers Organization's Reaction :

Statement from Larry Bird about Paul George: pic.twitter.com/xIRjSqxuwJ
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) August 2, 2014

The injury reminded us of the unfortunate another horrific basketball-related leg injury that happened in 2013, when Louisville guard Kevin Ware broke his right leg in the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament. Here is Kevin Ware's reaction:

Minor setback for a major comeback PG.
— Kevin Ware (@5Juice) August 2, 2014

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