The Los Angeles Clippers have launched 12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul after a horrible run of outcomes this season. The crew, 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Paul, who’s 40 years outdated, is seen as one of many best gamers in NBA historical past. This 12 months is his twenty first and closing season within the league.
Clippers chief Lawrence Frank informed ESPN: “We’re parting methods with Chris and he’ll not be with the crew. Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic profession. I need 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 various explanation why we’ve struggled. We’re grateful for every thing Chris has accomplished for the franchise.”
Paul confirmed the information on Instagram, writing that he had “simply discovered I’m being despatched dwelling”.
In keeping with 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 checklist 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.
