There was a time when the Pacers’ on-court successes were set squarely on Paul George’s shoulders. The 34-year-old swingman won four of his nine All-Star appearances in Indiana, building his reputation as a prolific scorer with a penchant for defense.

Paul George had a standout seven-year career with the Indiana Pacers before moving on to other NBA franchises. Now, as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, he’s speaking out about the lack of recognition he’s received from his former team since his departure.

Paul George recently returned to where to all began for him in Indiana with the Pacers, but yet again there was no acknowledgement of it by the organization.George was selected as the No.10 pick i

While he was unable to play in the game due to injury, and obviously not his first time back in Indiana, it was peculiar that the Pacers didn’t at least acknowledge their former star.

"I think the way things played out still holds a grudge to them and they don't realize the great runs we had in the time I was there."

Dopirak said that the Pacers front office intends to reach out to George and will "look to honor his accomplishments in future returns." George and the Sixers traveled to Indiana