Chris Paul, aka the Point God, has left the community in suspense after his abrupt stint with the Los Angeles Clippers. The franchise offered him a one-year deal in July 2025, which the 40-year-old floor general reportedly called his final year. However, he played only 16 games before the franchise sent him home on December 3, amid reported tensions with head coach Tyronn Lue.
Paul is still under contract, but due to the internal problems, he is reportedly exploring a buyout or trade so he can get a proper career end elsewhere. With retirement looming, his next move has become a serious topic following his candid comments about his plans.
Clippers Star Chris Paul Keeps Training Every Day, Leaves Retirement Door Wide Open
The 12-time All-Star, who holds second place on the all-time assists list with over 12500 assists, is very close to his retirement. After Clippers’ abrupt exit, people want to know via which theme he will send a goodbye to NBA fans after playing over 1360 games in his 21-year career.
In a recent episode of “Good Sports” with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson, Paul got real about his limbo status, saying, “I’m working out, training every day.”
He continued, “With the way all that stuff went down, I think for me, I just love this game so much that I don’t want it to end like that. I’ve enjoyed the time for sure, but I don’t know yet. I don’t know what team I hope to finish with.”
Chris Paul shares his thoughts on retirement 😅 pic.twitter.com/LSPnYjxSPt
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That raw admission highlights his refusal to fade out quietly after two decades of dishing no-look passes and locking up elite guards.
Paul’s daily grind keeps him sharp for a potential midseason pivot, whether to a contender needing backcourt IQ or a familiar spot like the Spurs for one last run. Fans on social media are split — some push for a Lakers reunion to chase that elusive chip, others want him mentoring Victor Wembanyama again in San Antonio.
His career arc, from Rookie of the Year with the Hornets to revitalizing the Thunder and Suns, screams Hall of Fame, but the unfinished business needs to be considered fast.
With the trade deadline approaching in less than one month, Paul’s future remains unclear since the Clippers front office has not yet said anything about handling Paul’s career. So, for now, folks are waiting to see how the veteran point guard chooses to close his career.
