Paul George goes back to No. 13

Veteran enters Year 17 of career

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 39m1 min read

Paul George back in #13 😏☘️ https://t.co/JKcxi98UiZ Via @NBA on X

What happened: Paul George will wear No. 13 for the 2026-27 season. The switch restores the PG-13 identity tied to his prime years.

Why it matters: Jersey numbers carry identity and merchandising weight for veteran stars. Retaining PG-13 keeps a familiar brand intact through a change of threads.

What to watch: Watch for the No. 13 jersey to debut in camp and preseason action.

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@NBA 2026-09-30T17:38:27.146461+00:00

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