Overview
- Paul confirmed the decision with a social-media highlight reel captioned, "Back in NC!!! What a ride…Still so much left…GRATEFUL for this last one!!"
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Paul intends to retire at season’s end, corroborating the message in his post.
- The timing aligned with Los Angeles’ game in Charlotte, where the North Carolina native received a warm ovation and tributes from players and family, including wife Jada.
- The 40-year-old’s résumé features 12 All-Star nods, 11 All-NBA selections, nine All-Defensive honors, 2006 Rookie of the Year, and No. 2 all-time rankings in assists and steals.
- He returned to the Clippers on a one-year deal after hinting in the summer he had one season left, and he has taken on a reduced on-court role this year.