Is This Actually Chris Paul's Final Season?
Rumors about Chris Paul's retirement may be premature. The Clippers guard remains passionate, active, and a key mentor driving the LA team forward.
At the start of the summer, there were rumors that Chris Paul would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this season. The veteran point guard, with 21 years of experience, confirmed in an interview with Jemele Hill that he was considering playing only one more year.
Chris Paul hints at this upcoming season being the last of his career 🥲 pic.twitter.com/SGULR077Yx — Underdog (@Underdog) July 6, 2025
However, recent statements from Paul suggest his decision is not yet final. In an interview with Andscape, he said:
"No. I’m just saying all this stuff is part of my decision-making in my thought process. For me, I’m going to keep playing it by ear and see what it looks like."
John Collins shared how Chris Paul constantly motivates him:
"Whether in the moment I’m happy about it or not. He’s just leading me in the right direction. But CP, if you watch closely enough you’re gonna always see CP talking…" pic.twitter.com/tnc8qD2yKa — Joey Linn (@joeylinn_) October 27, 2025
Before leaving the Clippers locker room, Chris Paul stopped Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller for several minutes to discuss observations from that night's game.
"Both Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller are showered and dressed, but before they left the Clippers locker room Chris Paul stopped them for several minutes to go over a bunch of stuff he saw during tonight’s game." — Joey Linn (@joeylinn_) October 13, 2025
As the 2025-26 season begins, the Warriors face a tough challenge ahead.
Author's summary: Despite talks of retirement, Chris Paul remains deeply involved with the Clippers, showing leadership and openness to extending his career beyond this season.