Bill Simmons comparing Clippers’ Paul George to a cat is perfect

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George has been an enigma on the court who can be reliable in the clutch. However, George has also been criticized for not being able to deliver under the bright lights in the playoffs.

In Game 4, the Clippers star let his game do the talking, partnering with James Harden when it mattered to help hold off a furious late Dallas Mavericks rally.

Paul George a lovable or reclusive cat, according to Bill Simmons

Podcaster Bill Simmons noticed the pattern in George’s game, too, and pointed this observation by likening him to a domesticated pet, who either craves the attention and spotlight or becomes reclusive and shies away from the bright lights and crowd, via The Bill Simmons Podcast.

“Paul George is like a cat,” Simmons said. “He’ll jump on your lap every once in a while, he’s super lovable. [But] other times, you’re like: ‘Where’s Paul George?’ ‘Oh, he’s in the garage.”

However, longtime listeners of Bill Simmons said that he has used this description at least once before. Particularly on Andrew Wiggins, who also showed certain traits of wilting under pressure.