Apr 6, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul (3) looks on during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images Soobum Im-Imagn Images

Latest Report On Chris Paul Amid Clippers, Suns Rumors

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Liam Willerup | Last updated Jul 11, 2025 3:28 PM ET

NBA free agency has simmered down as league executives from across the NBA traveled to Las Vegas for the Summer League. However, there are still plenty of quality players on the board, such as NBA veteran point guard Chris Paul. After finishing his one season with the San Antonio Spurs, it appears as though he's onto another team in what could be his final season.

As the rumors stand, the top two teams appear to be the Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns to land Paul. Two former teams of his, a new report from Suns insider John Gambadoro reveals where Paul stands on his pending free agency decision.

Gambo said it’s highly unlikely Chris Paul comes back to PHX but he’s not putting it at zero. He thinks Chris Paul wants to still play in Phoenix even if it means having a limited role. Also said Clippers don't really want Chris. pic.twitter.com/LFfwNvhdI8
— Suns.Elite (@suns_elite) July 2, 2025

"I understand a lot of fans want him, and like I said, what I'm saying is that I think it's unlikely, highly unlikely, that he comes back [to Phoenix]. Am I saying that there's no chance that he'll come? No... I'm not putting that at zero percent, but I'm also not saying that it's 50-50 or 70 percent chance. I think that it's highly unlikely that he comes back," Gambadoro said.

If what Gambadoro is saying is true, that Paul won't go to Phoenix and the Clippers aren't interested, it opens up an interesting situation for him. With Paul's desire to play closer to Los Angeles, it makes it difficult if both of those teams are ruled out of landing him.

BREAKING: Chris Paul has announced that the 2025-26 NBA season will be the last of his basketball career.

Paul, 40, is heading into year 21 & is still a free-agent.

Legendary, Hall of Fame career! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/PUxm6AOHct
— Courtside Buzz (@CourtsideBuzzX) July 6, 2025

Paul just played his 20th season in the NBA, where he played and started all 82 games for the Spurs. With next season looking like his last, fans will be waiting to see where he ends up for the 2025-26 campaign.

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

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