Overview
- Shams Charania reported that Paul will retire at the end of the 2025–26 season, citing the veteran guard’s Saturday post as confirmation.
- Hours before the Clippers face the Hornets in his hometown, Paul shared a highlight reel with the caption, "Back in NC!!! What a ride…Still so much left…GRATEFUL for this last one!!"
- ClutchPoints documented fans interpreting the message as the start of a farewell season, while noting there has been no formal retirement announcement from Paul or the Clippers.
- Paul is a 12-time All-Star who has made multiple All-NBA and All-Defensive teams, led the league in assists five times and steals six times, and ranks near the top all-time in both categories.
- Now in his 21st season, the 40-year-old has a limited role for the Clippers, averaging 2.5 points and 3.3 assists in 13.7 minutes over 10 games.