Is This Actually Chris Paul's Final Season?
Rumors about Chris Paul retiring might be premature. The Clippers guard remains passionate, engaged, and a key mentor for the Los Angeles team.
Summer Rumors and Paul's Statement
At the beginning of the summer, speculation arose that Chris Paul would sign again with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this season. The veteran point guard, with 21 years in the league, told Jemele Hill in an interview that he was considering playing just one more year.
Chris Paul hints at this upcoming season being the last of his career 🥲 pic.twitter.com/SGULR077Yx — Underdog (@Underdog) July 6, 2025
New Interviews Suggest Uncertainty
More recent comments imply the decision is still open. 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.”
Leadership and Mentorship on the Team
- John Collins highlights Paul's constant motivation: "Whether in the moment I’m happy about it or not. He’s just leading me in the right direction."
- Before leaving the Clippers locker room, Paul spent several minutes discussing key observations from a recent game with teammates Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller.
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… pic.twitter.com/tnc8qD2yKa — Joey Linn (@joeylinn_) October 27, 2025
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
Season Start Challenges
The Golden State Warriors faced a tough start to the 2025-26 season, posing additional challenges for the league.
Summary: Chris Paul’s retirement remains uncertain as he continues to lead and inspire his team, keeping his options open beyond this season.