NBA Veteran Chris Paul Rejoins Clippers for Another Run

Chris Paul is now a free agent who has struck a deal with the LA Clippers, as confirmed by CAA’s Steven Heumann, Ty Sullivan, and Jessica Holtz for ESPN. At the age of 40, Paul attracted interest from several teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Charlotte Hornets, and Dallas Mavericks. However, he chose to rejoin the Clippers, reflecting on their shared history in Los Angeles.In June, during an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show,” Paul expressed his desire to play his 21st season near his family in Los Angeles. The Clippers have made strategic veteran acquisitions this offseason, bringing in shooting guard Bradley Beal, power forward John Collins, and center Brook Lopez. Initially pursuing Malcolm Brogdon as a backup point guard, they ultimately settled on Paul.This marks Paul's second phase with the Clippers after a six-season tenure from 2011-2017, where he was a five-time All-Star and set the franchise record for assists. Last season, with the San Antonio Spurs, Paul played all 82 games, making history in his two-decade career.