After being faraway from LA Clippers earlier this month, veteran guard Chris Paul says he feels calm and prepared for what comes subsequent. In an unique interview with People Magazine, Paul mentioned he’s “at peace with everything.” 

Despite ending what was billed as his farewell season, Paul seems to view the lower as a closing chapter that also leaves house for brand spanking new beginnings. “More than anything, I’m excited about being around and getting a chance to play a small role in whatever anything looks like next,” he informed PEOPLE.

A Sudden Departure

The Clippers lower ties with Paul in a late-night choice on Dec. 3, simply two months into the 2025–26 marketing campaign. He had rejoined the franchise in July on a one-year deal, hoping to exit the league on his personal phrases.

The transfer got here after a three-hour dialogue between Paul and group govt Lawrence Frank in Atlanta. The Clippers, mired in a 5–16 droop, cited organizational struggles reasonably than blaming Paul straight. “We are parting ways with Chris and he will no longer be with the team,” Frank mentioned. “Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic career.” 

At the time of his launch, Paul was averaging a career-low 2.9 factors and three.3 assists throughout 16 video games this season. 

While the departure shocked followers and analysts alike, Paul seems to have embraced the second with poise. “Stuff’s been a little crazy in the past few days — to say the least,” he mentioned. “But honestly, I’m home. My daughter had tryouts yesterday. My nephew had a basketball game. My son has a game coming up on the 12th.”

He additionally mirrored on not often being current for his youngsters’s lives as a consequence of his lengthy NBA profession. “I have never seen my son play a game in person,” he mentioned. “Not a middle school game, not a high school game.” 

As he weighs his subsequent steps, together with potential retirement after 21 seasons, Paul speaks with gratitude. “The game has been amazing to me and my family,” he mentioned.