Nov 4, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) reacts during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Clippers Make Chris Paul Announcement After Big Decision

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Austin Veazey | Last updated Jul 21, 2025 7:28 PM ET

It's been a week of reunions in the NBA. Days after Damian Lillard signed a deal to go back to the Portland Trail Blazers, Chris Paul agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the Los Angeles Clippers for what is likely to be his final season in the NBA.

Multiple reports came out in the last few weeks that Paul was looking to return closer to where his family is in Los Angeles, and he hinted that this season could be it for his legendary career. He spent six years with the Clippers from 2011 to 2017, forming the iconic "Lob City" Clippers.

The Clippers officially announce the signing of Chris Paul.

Lawrence Frank: “Chris is one of the most impactful players ever to wear a Clippers uniform and it’s appropriate that he returns to the team for this chapter of his career”

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After the signing became official, Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank issued a statement about Chris Paul.

“Chris is one of the most impactful players ever to wear a Clippers uniform, and it’s appropriate that he returns to the team for this chapter of his career,” said Frank. “Chris will help fortify our backcourt with his exceptional ball-handling, playmaking, and shooting."

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Clippers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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