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Chris Paul Voted Best Leader, Future Head Coach by NBA GM's

A poll of anonymous NBA GM's voted Chris Paul as the active player who will be the best head coach some day.

Phoenix Suns Chris Paul is named the Point God for a reason.

Paul has long cemented himself as one of the best point guards of his generation, immediately making an impact wherever his next stop took him no matter the circumstances. 

Paul, destined for the Hall of Fame, is nearing the end of his career. A player of his talents (with his cerebral abilities), vision, basketball knowledge and leadership would certainly make for a good head coach down the line.

NBA general managers agree. 

In a poll conducted by NBA.com, Paul was named by anonymous league GM's as the top active player who would make the best head coach. 

Here's how the voting panned out:

1. Chris Paul, Phoenix – 32%

2. Garrett Temple, New Orleans – 14%

3. CJ McCollum, New Orleans – 7%

» Also receiving votes: Patrick Beverley, L.A. Lakers; Malcolm Brogdon, Boston; Jalen Brunson, New York; Mike Conley, Utah; Matthew Dellavedova, Sacramento; Taj Gibson, Washington; Draymond Green, Golden State; Andre Iguodala, Golden State; Kyle Lowry, Miami; T.J. McConnell, Indiana; Patty Mills, Brooklyn; Rajon Rondo; Ish Smith, Denver

» Last year: Chris Paul – 34%

Paul also took home gold medal honors in the "which player is the best leader" category.

1. Chris Paul, Phoenix – 34%

2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 22%

3. LeBron James, L.A. Lakers – 14%

4. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 12%

5. Damian Lillard, Portland – 10%

» Also receiving votes: Jimmy Butler, Miami; Draymond Green, Golden State

» Last year: Chris Paul – 43%

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