Chris Paul Retires from NBA After Historic 20 Seasons

Chris Paul, the 39-year-old San Antonio Spurs point guard and future Hall of Famer, recently completed his 20th NBA season, playing all 82 games and setting a new benchmark for longevity at his age. Despite speculation about retirement, Paul has indicated he is leaning toward continuing his career, emphasizing the importance of family discussions before making a final decision. He reflected on his gratitude for his time in San Antonio and the mental challenges of playing late-season games without playoff stakes. While Paul's career has been lauded for his overall impact and playmaking, former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas controversially argued that Paul does not rank among the top 10 passers in NBA history, even suggesting Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton is a superior passer. Paul remains a free agent and is second only to LeBron James in active NBA tenure, underscoring his remarkable durability and commitment to the game. Ultimately, Paul's future in the NBA will be determined after further reflection with his family this summer.