Paul George committed to playing for Pacers in 2017-18

Paul George provided clarity on his short-term plan Thursday before playing in a charity softball game just a short walk away from the only NBA arena he's called home.

"I am a Pacer. I am under contract and I intend to play," he said while sitting in the first base dugout.

George's succinct message might satisfy Pacers fans temporarily, though the much larger question still looms: Will he continue to suit up in Indiana beyond 2017-18?