LOS ANGELES – LA Clippers guard Chris Paul made headlines on Saturday when it was announced that he would head into retirement following the conclusion of the 2025-26 season. There was never a public concrete timeline in place in terms of how long he wanted to play, but Paul’s decision was first revealed as the Clippers found themselves in North Carolina, where his journey began, to face off against the Charlotte Hornets. Paul’s announcement had a ripple effect through the NBA, including reactions from Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick .

JJ Redick and Chris Paul were teammates with the Clippers from 2013-2017. Paul was traded to the team ahead of the 2011-12 season, and Redick signed as a free agent in 2013. The duo formed the starting backcourt for the Clippers, and Redick

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