These Athletes Came Back From Devastating Injuries Better Than Before

Paul George Breaks His Leg And Becomes A Scoring Machine

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During a practice for the United States basketball team in 2014, Paul George broke his right leg. The compound fracture of two bones required immediate surgery. Pins were inserted into his leg, and doctors said he could miss the next NBA season or more.

George somehow returned to practice the next February, six months after the injury. In April, he played in his first game since the injury. The next two season he averaged nearly 24 points per game. Before the injury, he averaged under 20 points per games.