Chris Paul has managed to remain one of the league’s most creative players even at the age of 40. During his time with the San Antonio Spurs, he played in all 82 games, carving out a secondary yet impactful role on the young roster. Despite being in excellent shape, he hinted that this season might be his last in the NBA. However, during his press conference with the Los Angeles Clippers, he revisited the topic, leaving the door open for more possibilities in his future.
“I don’t know… I think throughout the season, at some point … you know. You sort of figure it out yourself, it tells you. More than anything this season, I will definitely enjoy it. I don’t take this for granted. I’ve been wanting to get back with my family for a while,” Chris Paul said, via Malika Andrews on ESPN.
While Chris did not confirmed his plans for the 2026-27 NBA season, he hinted that his future might depend on how things go with the Clippers this year. What is certain is that the veteran has skillfully avoided serious injuries, maintaining an impressive physique. Therefore, staying injury-free and consistent with the franchise could play a crucial role in his decision.
What role will Chris Paul take on in his return to the Los Angeles Clippers?
The Los Angeles Clippers have been pivotal players in the offseason, securing key signings with veterans Brook Lopez, Bradley Beal, and Chris Paul. Although critics have voiced concerns over the franchise’s future due to these decisions, the acquisitions significantly enhance the team’s quality. However, Chris Paul may not assume a starting role in the team.
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reports that Chris Paul will not take on a starring role with the Clippers and might even sit out some games. Despite this, Windhorst reports that Paul fully embraces his assigned position. His importance remains undeniable, as demonstrated in the 2024-25 NBA season, where players coming off the bench proved vital to their franchise’s success.
Chris Paul opens up about his relationship with James Harden after returning to the Clippers
Upon Chris Paul’s return to the Los Angeles Clippers, the buzz surrounding his relationship with James Harden reignited. This stems from their previous time together on the Houston Rockets, where rumors of discord between the two circulated widely. During his inaugural press conference with the Clippers, Paul addressed the infamous 2018 clip that captured him in a heated exchange with Harden. He followed up by making a statement that thrilled Clippers fans.
“Yeah, we talked about it and talked about just the history of obviously being there in Houston… It was a lot of stuff, funnier and stuff like that than that…It’s wild that you get this opportunity again after those two years and the success that we had. And we find we definitely know we had unfinished business. So, we get a chance to see what’s going on here,” Chris Paul said on his first press conference with Clippers.