Overview
- The Clippers confirmed they have parted ways with Chris Paul, who is away from the team as his near‑term options remain unresolved until his Dec. 15 trade eligibility.
- Blake Griffin said Paul received no direct communication from head coach Tyronn Lue or team governor Steve Ballmer, calling the situation disappointing.
- Reporting details weeks of strain with Lue and an alleged plane confrontation in which assistant Jeff Van Gundy told Paul he did not have “leeway” to change coverages.
- Team president Lawrence Frank delivered the decision and publicly said no one is blaming Paul for the poor start, adding that he accepts responsibility for the record.
- Analyses tie the move to wider problems, citing an aging roster, cap constraints and a bottom‑tier defense as the Clippers slid to 6‑17 after Friday’s loss.