Chris Paul is ready for his new challenge. Last season, the&nbsp;Warriors&nbsp;were missing something after they were eliminated by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lakers</a>&nbsp;in the playoffs. It was a massive blow for a legendary group of veterans like&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Draymond Green</a>, Klay Thompson and&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Stephen Curry</a>. Head coach Steve Kerr knew it as well. 



“To be fair, I think this team ultimately maxed out. We were barely in the playoff picture most of this year.&nbsp;This is not a championship team. We did a pretty good job of finding something here over the last month. We came close to recapturing what we had, but we didn’t quite get there. We didn’t feel like a championship team all year, but we had the guts and the fortitude to believe.”


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Now, looking into the 2023-2024 season in the&nbsp;NBA, the&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors</a>&nbsp;are making big moves. One of them was a contract extension for&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green">Draymond Green</a>&nbsp;and a blockbuster trade to acquire Paul. However, there’s a long history between those two.



<h2>Draymond Green’s special message for Chris Paul</h2>



In 2020, Draymond Green made headlines after this controversial statement about Chris Paul. “I don’t like CP at all. Like we don’t have a good relationship at all, but I respect his hustle and I respect his IQ.” That’s why, just three years later, everyone was expecting Green’s opinion on the recent trade and his new teammate.







“Me and Chris have had our differences, you know, over the course of my 11 years playing in this league. Since year one. Chris is the way he is. I am the way I am. He’s not changing who he is at this point. I’m not changing who I am at this point. I think it’s very important for people to understand that.“



However, Draymond Green is confident that could be left aside in benefit of the Warriors. “I’m an adult and Chris is an adult. Like, we can talk amongst men. And that, I look forward to. There’s no sugarcoating what’s happened all these years. So to just go front and act like all those things was fake, like I publicly said I didn’t like Chris before. I’m not going to be just like, ‘Oh, man, that changed now that he’s my teammate.’ No. I look forward to talking amongst men. I look forward to working with another adult.”


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Furthermore, considering they’re two stars and future Hall of Famers, Green believes everything will work out. “I’m looking forward to going to work with an adult. You know what I’m saying? Chris is a pro. I’m looking forward to going to work with a pro. He’s super smart and he’s shown to be a great leader.”

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The&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Golden State Warriors</a>&nbsp;surprised plenty of people when they decided to trade for — and then hold onto —<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">&nbsp;Chris Paul</a>, especially considering they already had&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Stephen Curry&nbsp;</a>there.



It’s not that one is better than the other or that they can’t coexist. But it’s quite difficult to envision him being&nbsp;in the same starting lineup with Curry and Klay Thompson&nbsp;at this point in his career.



That’s why&nbsp;former&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">NBA</a>&nbsp;star Paul Pierce&nbsp;thinks it’s going to be a struggle for Paul in the Bay area, as he’ll have to embrace a lesser role as a bench player for the first time in his career.



<h2>Paul Pierce Says Chris Paul Will Struggle In The Bay</h2>



“Let me tell you something,&nbsp;this is gonna be one of the toughest years of Chris’s career,”&nbsp;Pierce said.&nbsp;“Just mentally. You know why? Your whole career, you’re a starter; you got the ball in your hands.”



“Now, you gotta make the adjustment mentally to coming off the bench,”&nbsp;Pierce continued.&nbsp;“So now that’s a different type of preparation. You might come in off the bench and you don’t really got a lot of time to warm up. As an older player, that’s difficult.”


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Most players come to a point where they’re no longer starters, and Paul may have reached it already. On the flip side, this will likely be his final and biggest opportunity&nbsp;to win an NBA championship, but it’ll be up to him to embrace that new role or not.

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Former NBA champion explains why Chris Paul will struggle with the Warriors

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> went outside of the box by trading for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chris Paul.</a> They already have<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Stephen Curry,</a> and his style of play is not very similar to what they’ve been running since Steve Kerr took over.



Moreover, Paul and Steph have been rivals for years now, with the Warriors star one-upping him in the ‘best point guard in the league’ discussion over the past five years or so.



But regardless of that rivalry, the four-time <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> champion is still looking forward to playing with Paul. However, even he admits having him on the team is kind of bizarre, but in a good way.



<h2>Stephen Curry Admits Playing With Chris Paul Is ‘Surreal’</h2>



“It’s the most surreal thing in the world,” Curry told Sports Illustrated. “Because he was big brother and he is big brother in the sense that when I was coming up as a rookie, he showed me the ropes.”



“And you go into battling for playoff position and championships and all that and there is a lot of history,” Curry continued. “He’s in year 18, I’m in year 15 just amazing that we get to do it together now. I’m gonna enjoy the ride.”


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Curry has never been the one to put his ego first, and it’s nice to see that he’s got nothing but the utmost respect for Paul. Now, whether it’ll work out on the court remains to be seen.

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Stephen Curry makes brutally honest admission about playing with Chris Paul

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors </a>went away from what they usually do. They landed one of their sworn enemies in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chris Paul,</a> who’s still one of the most prominent playmakers in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a>.



There’s no denying that Paul has made every single team he’s played for even a little better. His style of play is pretty much opposite to what Steve Kerr has instilled in the team, but he’s good enough to figure things out.



And while most people would assume that he’d come off the bench and serve as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stephen Curry’s </a>backup, Sam Amick of The Athletic recently stated that he’s actually looking forward to playing alongside him in the first unit.



<h2>Chris Paul Wants To Start Alongside Stephen Curry</h2>



“When he pushed back against the idea that he would come off the bench for the Warriors this season during his introductory news conference in Vegas on Sunday, it’s safe to assume that he knew precisely what he was doing,“ Amick wrote. 



“Regardless of what comes next, it’s quite clear that Paul is holding out some hope that there’s a way for him to start (and no, people, not in replacement of Steph Curry and/or Klay Thompson, but with them in a small lineup),” he added.






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Of course, it’s one thing what Paul wants and another what’s best for the team or what Steve Kerr want. But this will be a situation to follow closely as the season zooms in.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> didn’t hesitate to pull the plug on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jordan-poole" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jordan Poole </a>experiment, which seemed like a big possibility after watching him struggle in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> playoffs and some reported attitude issues.



But the fact that they swapped him for Chris Paul — who had been a bit of a sworn enemy for the Warriors for over a decade — was, to say the least, a major surprise.



That’s obviously tied to his rivalry with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stephen Curry </a>and the different styles of play here. But according to the four-time NBA champion, there’s nothing but excitement to work alongside him.



<h2>Stephen Curry Is Excited To Play With Chris Paul</h2>



“I mean, I’m super excited in terms of, you know our history, competing against CP over the years,” Curry told ESPN. “He’s an unbelievable talent, one of the best point guards to ever play this game. It’s well understood every team that he’s been on, has been elevated, and obviously, we’ve won championships; we’re trying to get back to that level, and to add a guy like that knows how to run an offense, that is pretty versatile in terms of what he can do.”



“I know everybody gonna talk about our age and all that, but it’s just about trying to put the pieces together with a lot of high IQ guys that know how to play basketball,” continued Steph. “So, excited about the opportunity; it’s kind of surreal knowing all the things that we’ve been through, but that’s how the league works, and we’re going to make the most of this opportunity moving forward.”









At the end of the day, winners, professionals, and veterans always find ways to coexist for the sake of the team, and those two are some of the biggest professionals in the game.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a> knows that he will have to go through an adaptation process with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a>. They are typically one of the most lethal teams in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a>, and therefore the offense and defense must be aligned under the same style.



However, it is not the first time that Chris Paul has had to readjust to a franchise. After playing multiple seasons for New Orleans, he had to become a different type of player with the Los Angeles Clippers, Houston Rockets, Oklahoma City, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a>.



On the other hand, the Warriors have a unique style that they have been leveraging for years. The best jump shooters in the league, Klay Thompson and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Steph Curry</a>, constantly exploit the weaknesses of other teams, not only to score points but also to be good defenders.



<h2>What did Chris Paul say about the Golden State Warriors’ style?</h2>



Chris Paul was recently answering questions about what his future will be with the Golden State Warriors. He talked about various things, such as his new teammates and the playing style of the franchise. When asked about meshing into the Warriors’ style, he said, “Luckily it’s basketball, and I know a little bit about the game.”



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Some critics have pointed out that Chris Paul is on his ‘last legs,’ meaning that he is in his last good years and that he will likely become a top bench player for some franchise at some point. Other analysts believe that Paul could play 20-30 minutes per game with the Warriors during the upcoming season.

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Video: Chris Paul spoke his mind about the Golden State Warriors' style

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a> now have another veteran on the roster, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a> hopes to win a ring and knows that it is possible alongside veteran players like Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green">Draymond Green</a>. About the last name of the list, Paul recently compared him to Kevin Garnett.



Comparisons in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA </a>are common, but when veteran players like Chris Paul make them, they can be more controversial and viral than others. He always wanted to play alongside Kevin Garnett, although what he really did was play against him.



Garnett and Green are players with similar playing styles as power forwards, but Draymond has won more rings than Kevin Garnett, who only won one while playing for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a>. However, beyond NBA championships, Garnett surpasses Green in many aspects and personal awards.



<h2>What did Chris Paul say about Draymond Green and Kevin Garnett?</h2>



In a recent interview, some reporters asked Chris Paul questions about his upcoming season with the Golden State Warriors. He answered on various subjects, and in one of his answers, he talked about Draymond Green. He compared him to the desire he had to play with Kevin Garnett, saying that they have a similar style.



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Kevin Garnett played from 1995 to 2016 and scored 26,071 points, averaging 17.8 points per game. He also rebounded 14,662 times, averaging 10 rebounds per game, and assisted 5,445 times. On the other hand, Draymond Green has only scored 12,000+ points as of July 2023, and it is unlikely that he will be able to match Garnett’s numbers.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a> had a good season with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/phoenix-suns">Phoenix Suns</a>, and people expected him to play another season with that franchise. However, things took a 180-degree turn when he left to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a> with the intention of winning that much-coveted ring that he still hasn’t been able to win.



However, the Golden State Warriors have enough experience to make it to the finals with or without Chris Paul, and it is unlikely that the franchise would be willing to bench one of the veterans, Thompson, Green, or <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Curry</a> so that Paul could start.



During his time with the Phoenix Suns, he started 194 games, making it the third team during his career where Paul has started more games. However, in Phoenix, things were not good for him. In three seasons, Paul averaged less than 17 points per game (16.4, 14.7, 13.9).



<h2>What did Chris Paul say when asked if he would be willing to come off the bench for the Warriors?</h2>



Chris Paul recently answered a few questions about his future with the Golden State Warriors. One of those questions was whether he would be willing to come off the bench. Paul responded by saying, “Uhhh, you coaching?”



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This short and direct response from Chris Paul indicates that he would be willing to play as decided by the Warriors’ coaching staff, whether as a starter or coming off the bench. If he comes off the bench, it would be the first time in his career.

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NBA: Warriors' Chris Paul responds to bench speculation

This offseason has already seen the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a> make significant changes. As the team aims to continue winning with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Stephen Curry</a>, the front office made a bold move by trading Jordan Poole for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a>.



Even though the Dubs won an NBA championship not long ago, last season they left much to be desired. Besides, they were forced to make a huge change with Bob Myers leaving his post as general manager after 12 years.



Mike Dunleavy didn’t wait to shake things up, moving on from Poole to get the veteran guard, who had just been traded by the Phoenix Suns to the Washington Wizards. The team made the deal official on Thursday, and Steph later sent a message to his former teammate.



<h2>Stephen Curry wishes good luck to Jordan Poole</h2>



“I appreciate the four years brother,” Curry said on Instagram. “You’re a champion. You grew up right in front of everybody’s face in terms of that first year was rough, a lot of injuries. Just trying to find your way, going to G-league and coming back and helping us finish 15-5 down the stretch of that second year. Us winning a championship in the third year. And, fighting till the end this past year. 



“So, can’t wait to see you blossom big fella. Can’t wait to see you shine in your own situation. Just looking forward to competing and obviously we’re a fan of everything you’ve become. Good luck to you!”


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Curry also looked excited about the arrival of CP3, who hopes to win an elusive ring in San Francisco. “CP, can’t wait to ride with you brother. It’ll be different with us on the same side. Let’s get it! Let’s get it!,” he added.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a> have been busy this offseason. First, they shocked the league by sending Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a>. Later, they signed <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/draymond-green">Draymond Green</a> to a reported four-year, $100m contract extension.



These moves are expected to help Stephen Curry, who continues to have what it takes to deliver championships for the franchise. While Green staying is great news, it remains to be seen how CP3 settles in his new team.



Many believe Father Time has already started to catch up to the veteran guard, but the Dubs seem to believe in what he can bring to the table. Green, for instance, showed nothing but optimism in regard to Paul.



<h2>Draymond Green explains how Chris Paul will help Warriors</h2>



“I think he brings a couple things,” Green said in an appearance on Podcast P with Paul George Presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment. “Number 1, I thought last year…and Steph said this in his press conference, we ran out of variety and what I mean about variety is in a team you need to have a variety… Our team last year didn’t have a variety of ways to score and I think CP adds another thing to the menu… CP plays totally different than Steph, totally different than Klay, totally different than myself and Jordan Poole… I also think last year, Steph and I got split up a lot and me and Steph together we’re dangerous. Our minutes got split up a bunch because our second unit couldn’t figure it out and in turn I got put into the second unit to help stabilize things… Well now, CP can anchor that unit…and I think that is a big thing to helping unlock our team again.



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“I’ll tell you one more thing that I think it unlocks and I look forward to learning this from him; I think Chris Paul will completely unlock Jonathan Kuminga and his growth. CP is great with young guys. DeAndrew Ayton looked like a bust before Chris came to Phoenix. No disrespect but more of a compliment to CP but people didn’t know what DeAndrew Ayton was gonna turn out to be and suddenly he became an all-star level player. So I think what he will do for Jonathan Kuminga and unlocking him is huge. Absolutely huge! And I look forward to learning that from him.”


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The young players on the Warriors roster can definitely look up to Paul, an experienced player who already contributed on teammates’ development. Only time will tell how this works.

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Draymond Green reveals which Warriors teammate will benefit from Chris Paul's arrival

Not many <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> fans are also fond of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chris Paul. </a>He’s been one of their biggest foes for years now, and there’s a bit of a rivalry between him and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stephen Curry.</a>



But none of that will matter anymore. The Warriors shipped Jordan Poole away to acquire Paul’s services, and he’ll now have to adapt to a different style and role to thrive with this organization.



And while he’s not quite sure how they’ll make things work in the Bay area, Paul knows he has a big chance to win an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA </a>championship now, and that’s all that matters.



<h2>Chris Paul Doesn’t Know How He’ll Fit In Golden State</h2>



“I’m excited. I know I’ve been sort of the sworn enemy for a long time. But I cannot wait to be there, and I cannot wait to help them win,” the veteran point guard admitted.



“I don’t know [about the fit],” Paul said. “The fortunate part is I’ve played for 18 years and I’ve figured it out. I’m trying to live and enjoy my summer as much as possible. I’ll worry about all of that different type of stuff when it’s time.”



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At the end of the day, great players figure things out. Now, whether Paul will be willing or glad to come off the bench for the Warriors remains to be seen, and all their success could hinge on that.

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Chris Paul knows he's not a good fit in Golden State

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Warriors</a>‘ commitment to supporting <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Stephen Curry</a> is evident in their recent transaction. They acquired the experienced point guard <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul">Chris Paul</a> from the Washington Wizards, so he is now joining a core of veterans that include <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/klay-thompson">Klay Thompson</a>.



Head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-kerr">Steve Kerr</a> felt it was necessary to introduce a proven player into the rotation, and as a result, the team has struck a surprising deal that sent Jordan Poole to the Wizards. Not because Paul’s skill set, but because of the rivalry he has with Golden State in past matchups.


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This decision was especially unexpected due to the intense rivalry. However, it shows the front office will do everything they can to give Curry, Thompson and maybe <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dryamond-green">Draymond Green</a> a chance to go for another championship.



<h2>Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson share their opinions on Chris Paul</h2>



The players that hadn’t spoken about the trade were the two most important players of the team. However, both Curry and Thompson talked about the veteran acquisition ahead of the famous golf event called “The Match”.



“The business is crazy. We all know that. If you asked us six months ago if this was something that could happen, the answer probably would’ve been no just based on where we were. Then you get to the summer and are trying to find ways to get better and put yourself in a position to chase another championship. Every team that CP has been on gets better. That’s the most consistent thing about him, and who he is and what he brings to the team. Everybody’s going to talk about the age. It’s on us to put that all together and figure out how all the pieces work. we’re trying to win next year and CP can help us do that”, Curry said to Anthony Slater of The Athletic.



Klay went in the same direction than his friend. “Any time you get to play with a player who is one of the best of your generation it’s an honor. It’s a little weird because we’ve had so many battles in the past with Chris, and he’s led so many teams that nearly knocked us off or did knock us off all the way back in 2014. I think he’s just going to add such a calming presence and leadership component that we need. I know Steph and him have a long history together being both from North Carolina. For me, it’s going to be a smooth transition playing with such a passer and playmaker, I’m just excited”, Thompson added.

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Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson react to the Warriors trading for Chris Paul

It became evident that the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Golden State Warriors </a>needed a bit of a shift, so moving on from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jordan-poole">Jordan Poole</a> made sense. But trading him for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chris Paul</a> was rather bold.



While there’s no denying that Paul is one of the smartest players to ever live, his style of play doesn’t look suited for Steve Kerr’s run-and-gun, full-motion, rather chaotic offense.



That’s why former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> player JJ Redick — who actually played with Paul — took some time to dig deep into the numbers and explain why this will be an awkward fit for both sides.



<h2>JJ Redick Explains Chris Paul’s Odd Fit With The Warriors</h2>



“Chris is smart enough; he’s one of the smartest basketball players ever,” Redick said. “He’s gonna figure out a way to contribute and help them win games, but the contrast in play style is very apparent. He’s a methodical player, he’s calculated, all of that stuff.”



“The numbers back it up,” the former shooting guard continued. “There’s some great stuff on this. So speed on offense: Warriors this past year, they had the sixth fastest average speed on offense. Paul had the slowest average speed on offense amongst players with 1000 minutes played. Average touch length– Warriors had the shortest average touch length on offense at 2.7 seconds. Chris Paul had the seventh-longest average touch length at 5.6 seconds.”



“The other part is, since Steve Kerr took over, the Golden State Warriors have ran the fewest ball screens in the NBA,” Redick added. “Last year, Chris had the fourth most on-ball screens in the NBA. Warriors had the third-fewest. So in that regard, maybe there’s more pick-and-roll.”



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Great players usually figure things out, and there’s no denying that Paul is one of the greatest players to ever do it. But at first glance, it doesn’t seem like this move benefited either party, from a basketball standpoint, at least.

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JJ Redick explains why Chris Paul is a terrible fit for the Warriors

Stephen Curry and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chris-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chris Paul </a>have been rivals and foes for almost a decade. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> star took his spot as the undisputed best point guard in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/steve-kerr-explains-why-the-warriors-traded-jordan-poole-for-chris-paul-20230624-BUS-17372.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA,</a> and he got the best of him more often than not.



One of Curry’s ultimate highlights actually involves breaking Paul’s ankles, and there has been a bit of back-and-forth between them, with Draymond Green even admitting that he’s fueled that debate.



That’s why the J<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jordan-poole" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ordan Poole</a> trade was rather controversial, as Paul will now have to serve as Curry’s backup. Even so, when asked about that, CP3 claims there’s no bad blood whatsoever.



<h2>Chris Paul Says He’s Excited About Playing With Stephen Curry</h2>



“Me and Steph have known each other a long time,” the veteran point guard told ESPN. “My wife was at his wedding; I think him and his wife was at our wedding.”



“But we’ve known each other for a very long time, so I’m excited to get a chance to play alongside him, Klay, Wig, Draymond, all them, man, they got an unbelievable organization, and that team is just, they’ve been playing together for a while, and they know what they’re doing,” Paul added.



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Of course, it’s not like he was going to say anything different. Then again, we’re talking about two grown-ups and veteran leaders, so there’s no reason to think they can’t put their egos aside and just coexist.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/insider-reveals-how-much-the-warriors-will-have-to-pay-to-keep-draymond-green-20230621-BUS-14990.html">Draymond Green</a> is an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-nikola-jokic-may-lose-a-nuggets-teammate-this-offseason-20230621-BUS-15272.html">NBA Champion</a> with enough experience to say what he wants, plus Chris Paul has yet to win his coveted ring. But Green could be close to playing for the team in the upcoming season as he is asking for more than the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/steve-kerr-explains-why-the-warriors-traded-jordan-poole-for-chris-paul-20230624-BUS-17372.html">Warriors </a>can afford.



Chris Paul joined the Golden State Warriors hoping to win his first ring and end once and for all the curse that has been chasing him for a couple of seasons where he misses the playoffs due to injury.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/stephen-a-smith-takes-a-big-shot-at-warriors-after-jordan-pooles-trade-20230624-BUS-17049.html">Golden State Warriors</a> had trouble defending their title during the 2023 playoffs, they were eliminated and after that round they came under harsh criticism against most players.



<h2>What did Draymond Green say about Chris Paul?</h2>



During an online interview, Draymond Green was harsh on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/chris-paul-has-a-message-for-stephen-curry-after-being-traded-to-warriors-20230623-BUS-16295.html">Chris Paul </a>saying that he didn’t like Paul joining the Golden State Warriors noting that it could create a division among the players: “I don’t like CP at all… I took it upon myself to create division there [between Chris Paul and Steph Curry]”



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Green has four NBA Championship rings, he won the first in 2015, a back-to-back between 2017 and 2018 and the most recent in 2022. In addition to being a champion, he was a 4-time NBA All-Star.

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