Chris Paul is heading back to Los Angeles to finish his career with the Clippers, but will find a very different role than his first stint with the team. Paul announced on July 21 that he is signing a one-year, $3.6 million contract with the team he played for from 2011 to 2017. ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported that the 40-year-old Paul will be lower in the point guard rotation, and could even have some games where he's a healthy scratch.
NBA Insider Shares Surprise Update on Chris Paul's Role With Clippers originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Chris Paul is heading back to Los Angeles to finish his career with the Clippers, but will find a very different role than his first stint with the team.
Paul announced on July 21 that he is signing a one-year, $3.6 million contract with the team he played for from 2011 to 2017.
ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported that the 40-year-old Paul will be lower in the point guard rotation, and could even have some games where he's a healthy scratch.
"From what I understand, he's not going to have guaranteed playing time," Windhorst reported. "There are going to be nights where James Harden and their backup, Kris Dunn, gets the minutes and point guard and Chris Paul might not play at all... he has understood that."
Clippers team president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank issued a statement praising the move and Paul's return.
“Chris is one of the most impactful players ever to wear a Clippers uniform and it’s appropriate that he returns to the team for this chapter of his career,” Frank said. “Chris will help fortify our backcourt with his exceptional ballhandling, playmaking and shooting.”
Frank added that Paul was ready to play whatever role the team needed from him.
“He is joining us as a reserve point guard and is excited to fill whatever role (coach) Tyronn Lue asks him to play,” Frank said. “He wants to be part of the group and we’re fortunate to have him back.”
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
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