Kicking off another critical week of Sixers basketball with a batch of notes, most of which are encouraging amid the team's surge.

After a strong performance down the stretch to beat the Hornets, the fully healthy Sixers could finally start getting some momentum going.

Sixers forward Paul George is set to return Wednesday after a 25-game suspension for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George isn't expected to have any setbacks when he returns from his month-long suspension.

Paul George said his time away did his body good and it sure looked that way on Wednesday.

In July, George hurt his left knee during a workout and underwent arthroscopic surgery. He was sidelined for the Sixers’ first 12 games. In their public messaging, the Sixers emphasized the importance of George strengthening the quadriceps muscles around his left knee before getting the green light to return.

Star forward Paul George apologizes to the Philadelphia 76ers while addressing his suspension and overall health.

MIAMI — The 76ers are in the middle of a tight postseason race, including a crucial victory at the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. They next play at the Heat on Monday, in another matchup that will decide the head-to-head tiebreaker and could go a long way in determining positioning in a crowded Eastern Conference.