The Los Angeles Clippers have launched 12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul after a horrible run of outcomes this season. The staff, who’ve misplaced 14 of their final 16 video games, introduced the information earlier than their match towards the Atlanta Hawks.
Paul, who’s 40 years outdated, is seen as one of many biggest gamers in NBA historical past. This yr is his twenty first and last season within the league.
Clippers chief Lawrence Frank advised ESPN: “We’re parting methods with Chris and he’ll now not be with the staff. Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic profession. I wish to make one factor very clear. Nobody is blaming Chris for our poor outcomes. I settle for accountability for the place we’re proper now. There are lots of explanation why we’ve struggled. We’re grateful for all the things Chris has finished for the franchise.”
Paul confirmed the information on Instagram, writing that he had “simply came upon I’m being despatched residence”.
Based on ESPN, Paul and Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue had not spoken to one another for “a number of weeks” earlier than the choice.
Paul first performed for the Clippers from 2011 to 2017 and returned on a one-year deal in July. He’s second on the NBA’s all-time assists listing with 12,552, behind John Stockton’s 15,806. He’s additionally second in steals with 2,728, once more behind Stockton.
Regardless of his lengthy and profitable profession, Paul has by no means received an NBA title. He reached the Finals as soon as, in 2021 with the Phoenix Suns, however they misplaced to the Milwaukee Bucks.
