George re-signing with the Thunder

David Griffin, NBA analyst/ former Cleveland Cavaliers general manager: "Impossible to overstate the significance of this level of commitment from Paul. Both he and Russ locked up for remainder of their primes & OKC can apply long-term vision while building mindfully around their stars. Amazing familyfirst approach paid off."

Colin Cowherd, Fox Sports radio/TV personality: "My favorite part — thinking this new PG contract changes how difficult it is to play w Westbrook. Suddenly, a few feel good stories today and the Utah series vanishes into thin air."

Rosalyn Gold-Onwude, NBA on TNT sideline reporter: "That's a real mental competitive advantage that I now give OKC. Paul George's multi-year commitment I feel has potential to be the glue that cements them as a TEAM. Trust levels bout to be way high this season for OKC."

Zach Lowe, ESPN senior NBA writer: "What a triumph for the Thunder. Bet on their culture, and won."

Michael Lee, Yahoo! Sports NBA senior writer: "Trying to decide if Paul George staying in OKC - without even sitting down for a meeting with Magic - says more about him or the Lakers?"

Bomani Jones, Co-host of ESPN's 'High Noon': "This is also a reminder to everyone that 'he’ll just sign here next year' is a dangerous play. Which is to say the Lakers better not let keeping Brandon Ingram leave them empty-handed."

Frank Isola, New York Daily News columnist: "Gotta hand it to Paul George. Not every day you're viewed as a conquering hero for agreeing to $137 million."

Sam Amick, USA Today NBA insider: "For those of you who still are arguing that teams are crazy to try and get Kawhi Leonard, even for a year: Paul George, who everyone insisted would be going to L.A. come hell or high water, is going back to OKC. Because they convinced him to stay."