Chris Paul Rejoins Clippers for Likely Final NBA Season

Chris Paul is returning to the Los Angeles Clippers for what is expected to be his 21st and final NBA season, signing a one-year deal reportedly worth $3.6 million. At 39 years old, Paul will serve as a backup point guard behind James Harden, bringing veteran leadership and playmaking to a strong Clippers roster. Last season, Paul played all 82 games for the San Antonio Spurs, averaging 8.8 points and 7.4 assists, demonstrating his enduring value despite a decline in scoring. Paul’s return reunites him with the franchise where he spent six of his most productive years, helping to transform the team during the “Lob City” era and becoming the Clippers’ all-time leader in assists. The move also allows Paul to be closer to his family in Los Angeles, a significant factor in his decision to return. Clippers president Lawrence Frank praised Paul as one of the most impactful players in franchise history and emphasized his role in stabilizing the team’s backcourt.