Overview
- Paul, 40, posted a career montage captioned “GRATEFUL for this last one” before the Clippers’ game in Charlotte, signaling retirement after his 21st season.
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Paul will retire at season’s end, confirming widespread interpretation of the post as an announcement.
- His wife, Jada Paul, acknowledged the decision on Instagram, while LeBron James and other NBA figures shared tributes online.
- Paul declined to discuss the decision after the Charlotte game and is expected to speak with media in Los Angeles ahead of the next home date.
- The 12-time All-Star ranks second all time in assists and steals, recently crossing 20,000 points, 12,000 assists and 6,000 rebounds during his reduced-role final campaign.