Chris Paul and the LA Clippers are parting ways .

The 40-year-old point guard announced Wednesday morning that he was being sent home to Los Angeles from Atlanta, where the Clippers play the Hawks . He had signed with the Clippers on a one-year deal in July, reuniting with the franchise where he played six seasons (2011-17). He had not been on speaking terms with coach Ty Lue for several weeks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

After starting all 82 games for the San Antonio Spurs last season, Paul has averaged just 2.9 points and 3.3 assists in 14.3 minutes in 16 games for the Clippers, who are 5-16 and struggling badly .

The Clippers can't trade Paul until Dec. 15 , but they could waive him and pay out his $3.6 million salary or agree to a buyout.

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