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Chris Paul Signs One-Year, $3.6 Million Deal to Rejoin Clippers as Reserve Leader

Prioritizing proximity to his family, Paul plans to mentor the Clippers’ talent in a reduced on-court role with no set retirement timetable.

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Overview

  • Paul agreed to a one-year veteran minimum contract worth $3.6 million for his 21st NBA season in Los Angeles.
  • His emotional reintroduction at the Intuit Dome drew nearly 1,000 fans chanting “CP3” as he returned eight years after his ‘Lob City’ stint.
  • The 40-year-old point guard will move off the bench to provide floor leadership and mentorship alongside stars like James Harden and Kawhi Leonard.
  • Paul rekindled ties with owner Steve Ballmer and coach Tyronn Lue, touring the new arena before finalizing his homecoming.
  • After averaging 8.8 points and 7.4 assists over 82 games with the Spurs last season, he said he’s focused on the upcoming campaign rather than plotting an end date to his career.