Indiana Pacers coach Frank Vogel has revealed that forward Paul George will receive extended playing time if his side reach the playoffs.

George has played sparingly for the Pacers since his return to action following a seven-month absence from a broken leg, but Vogel is optimistic that the club will able to up his workload as he gets used to life back on the court.

"That's the expectation, and it's not just because the games are spaced out more," Vogel told reporters.

"This would be the time, right now, where we would probably increase his minutes if we weren't playing three games in four days."

The Pacers are currently tied for the final playoff spot with the Brooklyn Nets with two games to play this season.