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Clippers Cut Ties With Chris Paul as Lue Calls Reunion 'Not a Good Fit'

Tyronn Lue now frames the move as a poor fit, leaving Paul's next step unresolved under trade-eligibility and cap constraints.

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Chris Paul #3 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Intuit Dome on November 04, 2025 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Paul posted overnight that he was being sent home, and team president Lawrence Frank confirmed the Clippers have parted ways while stressing he was not blamed for the poor start.
  • Lue told reporters the decision was organizational and said the pairing "wasn't a good fit," following reports that he and Paul had not spoken for weeks.
  • ESPN and other outlets reported the team viewed Paul's vocal leadership as disruptive, and Chris Haynes reported Paul sought a meeting with Lue that did not occur.
  • Procedurally, Paul cannot be traded until Dec. 15 after signing in July, leaving waiver or buyout paths in play as he remains listed as not with the team.
  • Paul logged limited minutes and production in 16 games for a struggling 6-16 Clippers team, and a new report said James Harden was opposed to signing him last summer.