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Lakers Pass on Chris Paul as Clippers Weigh Trade-and-Waive Paths; Rockets Also Holding Off

New reporting cites cap constraints plus the Lakers’ youth strategy as reasons for tepid interest, leaving the Clippers to explore mechanisms that could let Paul choose his final team.

Nov 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) beats Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) to a rebound during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Chris Paul, formerly of the Los Angeles Clippers, is guarded by Al Horford of the Golden State Warriors.
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Overview

  • Jake Fischer reports the Lakers are not considering an in-season addition of Chris Paul despite his preference to finish near his Los Angeles-based family.
  • The Rockets are described as unlikely to add Paul for now due to limited room below the first apron, with any moves not expected until late January.
  • The Clippers have parted ways with Paul and are coordinating on options, including using his minimum deal as outgoing salary in a larger February trade.
  • In one scenario outlined by league reporting, an acquiring team could waive Paul after such a deal, allowing the 12-time All-Star to select his next destination as a free agent.
  • The Clippers continue to message that they do not want to trade James Harden before the Feb. 5 deadline, while Paul’s limited production this season has dampened immediate market demand.