Heat vs Pacers: Paul George May Miss Game 3 After Head Concussion from Dwyane Wade [VIDEO]

In Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals, Paul George suffered a concussion after he was kicked in the head by Dwyane Wade. According to George, he blacked out and his vision blurred during contact. However, team doctors were not informed of these when they checked him before he resumed playing.

He did not go through the concussion protocol of the NBA, writes ESPN. Frank Vogel, head coach of the Indiana Pacers, said, "There is minimal contact requirement that he's got to do and be tested afterward." However, after further testing, it has been confirmed that the Pacer guard had suffered a concussion after the hit to his head.

Amidst the results of the tests, Vogel said George still went on shooting and dunking before he left the court. He also continued to practice although the team is uncertain whether George would be cleared to play. They only have to wait for the doctors' recommendations on May 24, 2014.

Vogel said, "We are preparing for both (possibilities). I think we have guys that can fill in, certainly not play at Paul's level. But we would have to adjust the end result at the time, and I'm sure we will be able to do that."

According to New York Daily News, the NBA has a concussion protocol that as soon as a player is diagnosed, he has to stop all activities until he is completely free of symptoms while at rest. Neurological signs have to be back to normal. Also, George has to undergo some tests before being given clearance to return to play.

A video showed the contact between George and Wade, which resulted to George staying face down on the floor and Wade limping towards the bench. Both players returned to the court after a timeout.

In a report by SB Nation, the NBA should be more stringent when it comes to implementing such health policies to ensure the safety of players. Even though Paul George showed no signs of neurological damage or other symptoms after the impact, the Pacers still have to wait until May 24 to determine whether or not he can safely play.

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