"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). 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."
"The Clippers made it clear to Paul when they signed him that he would play a reserve role and there would be nights when he wasn't in the rotation. He wanted to stay in Los Angeles and retire with the Clippers. He didn't play in five straight games last month but then played in the eight games with his minutes fluctuating. Nothing has gone as planned in what has be"
Chris Paul, 40, was sent home from Atlanta as the LA Clippers and he part ways after a one-year reunion. Paul averaged 2.9 points and 3.3 assists in 14.3 minutes across 16 games while the Clippers sit 5-16. The Clippers cannot trade him until Dec. 15 but could waive him for his $3.6 million salary or pursue a buyout. Bradley Beal suffered a season-ending hip injury, and Paul announced plans to retire in 2026. The team had told Paul he would be a reserve; fluctuating minutes and mismatched fit contributed to the split.
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