New Report Reveals Chris Paul's Role With LA Clippers

The latest reporting from ClutchPoints' Tomer Azarly revealed Chris Paul's expected role with the Los Angeles Clippers

Apr 9, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) dribbles upcourt against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Chris Paul is set for a storybook ending to his career, as the 16-time All-Star officially signed a one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the Los Angeles Clippers for what will be his 21st and potentially final season in the NBA.

At 40 years old, Paul obviously won't be occupying the lead role he held with the "Lob City" Clippers for nearly a decade of his career. The latest reporting from ClutchPoints' Clippers insider Tomer Azarly revealed just what the Clippers are expecting of Chris Paul this season.

Story with @BrettSiegelNBA on the Clippers reaching an agreement on a deal to bring back Chris Paul, one of the most important and best players in franchise history.https://t.co/MoQeB3dq6s

— Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) July 21, 2025

"Chris Paul is returning to the franchise he helped get off the ground with the understanding that an established and deep roster means he may not be playing much every single night, sources tell ClutchPoints," Azarly wrote on X.

"Paul, who turned 40 in May, will have opportunities though as the Clippers look to balance minutes for their stars. 35 year old James Harden, in particular, played 79 games last season (1-of-34 to do so) and 35.3 minutes a night (16th most in the NBA)."

Breaking: Chris Paul has signed a deal to RETURN to the Clippers, per @ShamsCharania 🚨

CP3 picked a reunion with the Clippers over multiple other franchises pic.twitter.com/43Hm4Dh8U6

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 21, 2025

Paul played with the Clippers from 2011-2017, appearing in six NBA All-Star games during his time with the franchise. Paul was also named first-team All-NBA for three consecutive seasons in Los Angeles from 2012-2014. The NBA All-75th anniversary team member has made 12 NBA All-Star game appearances, winning All-Star Game MVP honors in 2013. Paul has also led the league in assists five times and steals six times.

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