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Chris Paul’s time in the NBA is coming to an end. The Los Angeles Clippers point guard has been in the league for 20 years at this point. Paul has heavily hinted that this season might be his last year playing in the league. While he hasn’t closed the door on returning for one more […]

” When it comes to the Los Angeles Clippers, there is no other way to get around it. Things are not going well as they are off to a 3-7 start to the season. On Monday, the Clippers came up short against the Atlanta Hawks 105-102. Afterward, James Harden, who had a triple-double of 35 […]

Chris Paul recently opened up about one of the wildest moments in NBA history, the infamous 2011 trade that would have paired him with Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers. Speaking with ESPN’s Marc J. Spears, the veteran guard reflected on the moment that changed the trajectory of his career and, arguably, the league […]

The Los Angeles Lakers added Deandre Ayton this past offseason. Ayton endured an underwhelming Lakers debut, but there is potential for him in LA if he can develop chemistry with Luka Doncic. Doncic understands what it takes to find the roll man in the pick-and-roll, so the duo could be quite dangerous if they get […]

The Los Angeles Clippers enter the 2025-26 NBA season with the kind of roster depth, veteran presence, and star power that the franchise has long dreamed of assembling. Yet, as the whispers around the league suggest, their championship hopes are under scrutiny, not because of a lack of talent, but because of age, durability, and […]

The Los Angeles Clippers made a few notable additions this past offseason, bolstering a lineup that went toe-to-toe with a Denver Nuggets squad that presented the biggest challenge to the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Among those additions they made is Chris Paul, with the Clippers bringing back the future […]

Even though the Charlotte Bobcats franchise is the most recent expansion entry into the NBA, the New Orleans Pelicans franchise carries the least amount of history. When the Bobcats rebranded into the Hornets in 2014, they reclaimed the history of the Charlotte Hornets franchise that originated in 1988. This means that the former Hornets that […]

Chris Paul has long been known as one of the sharpest basketball minds of his generation, and now NBA executives are envisioning his leadership extending beyond the hardwood. In the league’s annual survey of general managers, Paul, who is back with the Los Angeles Clippers, was voted the active player most likely to become a […]

The Golden State Warriors have been doing their best in trying to maximize Stephen Curry’s closing championship window. But since Mike Dunleavy Jr. took over as GM, it looks like the front office has been struggling for the most part in giving Curry the help he needs to extend the team’s dynasty. Here is a […]

LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles Clippers have remained steady contenders over the last few years in the ever-competitive Western Conference. While expectations on the outside were unclear heading into the 2024-25 season, the Clippers maintained belief that they were legitimate title contenders. At the center of those beliefs was Ivica Zubac. Zubac entered […]

The NBA, like other sports leagues, is filled with what-ifs. With so many factors at play, some changes in the variables had the power to change the course of history. While it’s great to appreciate what has happened, the offseason is a great chance to reflect and to ponder on alternate scenarios and the ripples […]

NBA trades have the potential to alter the course of history. Some of the biggest trades, especially involving superstars, have the ability to shake up the league. Unfortunately, even trades agreed upon by all parties still don’t push through for several reasons. Here are the five biggest canceled NBA trades in history. Check out the […]

A void has lingered over the Crescent City like a phantom limb, a persistent ache of what once was when Chris Paul was directing traffic on Poydras Street’s main court. The New Orleans Pelicans have wandered through a point guard wilderness for the last 14 seasons, cycling through temporary solutions not quite up to the […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 | 80-71 | 70-61 | 60-51 | 50-41 | 40-31 We are getting close to the mountaintop with only 30 names left. This grouping boasts a modern player leading the pack, a […]

The Los Angeles Clippers franchise, throughout its history, hasn’t achieved the most success, thanks in large part to the severe mismanagement it went through for years. But that does not mean that the franchise hasn’t had plenty of talented individuals don a Clippers uniform and lead the team to varying degrees of success — especially […]

The 2008 Olympics was a tipping point for American-born NBA stars. After an embarrassing showing in 2004, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Kobe Bryant, Chris Paul, and other All-Stars had seen enough. They banded together to represent the U.S. in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. The result is one of the greatest Olympic rosters of all […]

New Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul is known for his HBCU philanthropy, and his latest move is set to give an amazing platform to several HBCU programs this Fall. The Chris Paul HBCU Classic, in partnership with the Naismith Memorial Hall Of Fame, is moving to Atlanta and will be held on December 18th-19th. […]

Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton has exceeded all expectations this season, including those of Natalie Nakase, as the Golden State Valkyries head coach told reporters ahead of their matchup with the Phoenix Mercury. That’s no easy feat, considering the talent Nakase has been around includes players like A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum, as well as […]

If there is one team in the Western Conference that is always right in the mix but has failed to get over the hump in recent years, it’s the Los Angeles Clippers. Despite going on a run and making their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance during the shortened 2020-21 season, the Clippers have lost in […]

The Los Angeles Clippers enter the 2025 NBA Cup with familiar questions hanging over their season, but also with renewed optimism following one of the most ambitious offseasons in franchise history. A 50-win campaign in 2024-25 demonstrated resilience, even though it ended with the all-too-familiar sight of Kawhi Leonard watching from the sidelines when the […]

Veteran player Chris Paul, who will now suit up for the Los Angeles Clippers, has experienced nearly everything the NBA offers, both on and off the court. The 40-year-old point guard entered the league in 2005 as the fourth overall pick in the Draft by the New Orleans Hornets, winning Rookie of the Year before […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are hopeful to compete for an NBA Championship after an offseason that many would consider a home run. The franchise lost Norman Powell, but was able to add Bradley Beal, John Collins, Brook Lopez, and Chris Paul to the team. With the NBA’s schedule release on Thursday afternoon, the Clippers will […]

The Los Angeles Clippers had an eventful offseason, making some changes to their rotation and acquiring a new starting shooting guard in Bradley Beal. After signing Brook Lopez, trading for John Collins, landing Beal, and closing out the summer by adding Chris Paul to the roster, the only thing newsworthy around the Clippers is what […]

INGLEWOOD, CA — The Los Angeles Clippers officially announced Chris Paul’s return to the franchise this week, with the 20-year NBA star returning to the place he calls home and reuniting with two of the many individuals who were here during his first stint: Tyronn Lue and Steve Ballmer. Paul left the Clippers as part […]

The Denver Nuggets had one of the best offseasons in the NBA. The Nuggets swapped out Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson, a player who’s a similarly effective shooter but brings more on defense and as a playmaker. They also signed Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown in free agency to take on big roles […]

As the NBA offseason drifts along, nostalgia is sweeping the league. Damian Lillard is back in Portland. Chris Paul returns to L.A. After all these reunions, Oklahoma City Thunder fans are left wondering. Why not reunite the Thunder with Russell Westbrook? The franchise’s all-time leader in points, assists, and memories, Westbrook remains a free agent. […]

Chris Paul reacted to Barack Obama’s accusation that he crossed over the Los Angeles Clippers’ point guard during his birthday celebration. “For my 49th birthday, I organized my own little NBA All-Star game,” Obama explained to a group of students via his Obama Foundation. “LeBron [James] came and [Dwyane] Wade, Derrick Rose, and Chris Paul. […]

Chris Paul has made an emotional homecoming to the Los Angeles Clippers. Heading into his 21st season in the NBA, CP3 is already seen as the one of the best point guards in the history of the game. And while he may still be searching for his first ring, that is hardly the reason why […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are not new to Chris Paul. The 12-time All-Star has joined a franchise he is already familiar with, having played alongside the likes of Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and Chauncey Billups during his first stint with the team. However, what’s more important that he is now once again working in the […]

In signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, Chris Paul officially ended his tenure with the San Antonio Spurs. While not one of the biggest deals of NBA free agency, it may help move the needle for an LA squad that’s been among the most active in the league this summer. From a Spurs perspective, Paul’s […]

The Los Angeles Clippers officially introduced Chris Paul and his return to the franchise on Monday afternoon inside Intuit Dome. A press conference with members of the media provided a lot of clarity on his decision to return. A fan event shortly after at Intuit Dome’s, “Court B,” however, quickly brought the emotions out and […]

INGLEWOOD, CA — Chris Paul was officially introduced as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday afternoon. His signing means he’ll be joining James Harden and Kawhi Leonard on the franchise he helped put on the map last decade. Some of the biggest question marks following his addition were about his relationship with […]

Recently, the Los Angeles Clippers reunited with legendary point guard Chris Paul, who was a key member of the team’s Lob City era in the 2010s. While Paul is no longer that player, he still figures to provide some much-needed bench stability and playmaking to a Clippers team lacking in both areas a season ago. […]

The Los Angeles Clippers continue to operate with the poise and precision of a franchise that understands how fleeting championship windows can be. Even after another bitter playoff exit, this time a Game 7 drubbing by the Denver Nuggets in the 2025 first round, LA wasted no time reshuffling the deck. But their commitment to […]

While Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving recovers from a torn left ACL that ended his season, his team signed a temporary starting replacement in D’Angelo Russell over veteran Chris Paul. Russell agreed to a two-year contract, worth $13 million. After the Mavericks, who were reportedly interested in Paul, inked D’Angelo to a new deal, Chris […]

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker may have had interest towards having a reunion with veteran guard Chris Paul. Booker and Paul were teammates for three seasons from 2020 to 2023, reaching the NBA Finals in 2021. However, the last two years ended in second-round exits as Phoenix decided to move on from Paul by trading […]

The city of Los Angeles is excited about Chris Paul retiring to the Clippers. As he makes his transition from San Antonio back to LA, he takes time out to reflect on that journey.  On Monday, Paul gave credit to the Spurs organization for enabling him to continue his career, per NBA Retweet.  “I just […]

Veteran NBA guard Chris Paul spent many of his best years in the league with the Los Angeles Clippers. Now, he has returned to his old stomping grounds, much older but still has the potential to be a force on the floor. Paul decided to continue his playing career in the NBA after his contract […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are happy to have Chris Paul back on their squad going into the 2025-26 NBA season. Paul returned to the Clippers this offseason, having a reunion with the team he represented from 2011 to 2017. He gave their best stretch of years prior to the Kawhi Leonard era, getting them to […]