OKC Lets Paul George Wear James Harden's Old No. 13 After Denying Dion Waiters

The Oklahoma City Thunder are already starting their recruiting pitch to the newly acquired Paul George.

Two years after denying Dion Waiters' request to wear James Harden's old number, the Thunder awarded it to PG-13. It was almost a necessity due to that very nickname.

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Harden was traded to Houston in 2012. Waiters was acquired by Oklahoma City in 2015.

George, who can opt out of his contract after this upcoming season, has reportedly expressed interest in joining the Los Angeles Lakers next summer. 

However, the team's doing its best to prevent that. OKC fans are getting in on the recruiting effort, too:

[h/t SB Nation]