As the Philadelphia 76ers eye a spot in the NBA Play-In Tournament, each game is critical. On Monday night, the Sixers are looking to form a trend of winning with a matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers on deck.

Continuing with a position-by-position preview for the Sixers in the upcoming season, it's time to look at the small forward spot which is led by new addition Paul George who Philadelphia was able to sign to a 4-year $212 million deal in free agency. The Sixers will be looking to George to make a big difference for them in the coming season.

Paul George has looked like a shell of his former self since pulling on a Philadelphia 76ers jersey. His struggles have been reflected on the team, which is 20-38 and 12th in the Eastern Conference.