During the first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks, Paul George’s three-ball wasn’t falling. He made 15-of-49 triples during the seven games, but was still able to be an efficient offensive player thanks to his ability to get to the rim. That unlocked his scoring (he shot 27-of-39 at the basket) and his playmaking, as George led the Clippers in assists.
But against the Jazz, scoring in the paint wasn’t really an option for George. He did earn 10 free throws, all of which came on drives, but for the most part, when George attempted to challenge Rudy Gobert in the paint, it didn’t go so well.