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6d ago

Chris Paul Eyes One Final NBA Season in Los Angeles

He told Jemele Hill he plans to end his career after one more season to stay close to his Los Angeles–based family, with eyes on an elusive NBA title.

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Chris Paul hints at retirement within a year after 20 seasons in the NBA, prioritizing family time over basketball. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Overview

  • Paul confirmed that the 2025-26 season will likely be his last during an interview with Jemele Hill at the American Black Film Festival.
  • Entering free agency after a one-year, $11 million stint with the San Antonio Spurs, he has signaled a preference to play in Los Angeles to be near his wife and children.
  • Teams have hesitated to pursue offers because he intends to retain a starting role despite averaging career-low numbers last season.
  • In his 20th season, Paul started all 82 games for the Spurs, posting averages of 8.8 points and 7.4 assists.
  • Over two decades, the future Hall of Famer has earned 12 All-Star selections, five assist titles and six steals crowns yet remains without a championship.