Chris Paul Plans NBA Retirement After 2025-26 Season

Several veteran NBA players are contemplating retirement or are in transition during the 2025 offseason. Al Horford, a 39-year-old Celtics big man and key contributor to Boston's recent championship, is evaluating offers from teams such as the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers while also considering retirement. Chris Paul, a 12-time All-Star and future Hall of Famer, announced he intends to play one more season in 2025-26 before retiring, emphasizing his desire to be near his family in Los Angeles. Another veteran, Russell Westbrook, declined his player option for the 2025-26 season and faces uncertain free agency prospects, with interest from the Knicks and Kings not materializing into contracts, making retirement a possible next step. These developments highlight a significant period of transition for aging NBA stars as teams reshape their rosters for the future. Meanwhile, the Lakers continue their offseason moves by signing players like Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia, aiming to deepen their frontcourt.