Is This Actually Chris Paul's Final Season?

Rumors about Chris Paul retiring might be premature. The Clippers guard is still passionate, active, and a key mentor for the LA team.

At the start of the summer, speculation arose that Paul would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this season. The veteran point guard, with 21 years of experience, told Jemele Hill he was considering playing only one more year.

Chris Paul hints at this upcoming season being the last of his career 🥲
— Underdog (@Underdog) July 6, 2025

However, recent comments indicate the decision is not final. In an interview with Andscape, Paul 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 praised Paul’s leadership and motivation:

“John Collins says Chris Paul is constantly motivating 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…”
— Joey Linn (@joeylinn_) October 27, 2025

Before leaving the Clippers locker room, Paul stopped Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller for several minutes to discuss key insights from the 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

The Warriors faced a tough start to the 2025-26 season, adding more challenges for the Clippers.

Author's summary: Despite retirement rumors, Chris Paul remains deeply involved and influential on the Clippers, leaving his final season undecided as he takes a flexible approach.

The Lead Sports Media — 2025-11-01

Is This Actually Chris Paul's Final Season?

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