Chris Paul isn’t ready to call it quits on his NBA journey after the Golden State Warriors’ loss in the play-in game against the Sacramento Kings earlier this week.
According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Paul has confirmed his return for the upcoming 2024-25 season, marking his remarkable 20th year in the league.
Despite posting career-low numbers with 9.2 points and 6.8 assists in 58 games, including 18 starts, under the Warriors’ banner, Paul remains committed to continuing his storied career.
This season’s early playoff exit for the Warriors also marks a significant shift for Paul, as it’s the first time since 2010 that he won’t be gracing the NBA postseason.
With $30 million left on his contract for the upcoming season, Paul’s future with the Warriors hangs in the balance, especially given the team’s financial considerations.
The decision whether to retain Paul or pursue other options like pending unrestricted free agent Klay Thompson poses a complex challenge for the Warriors, who are striving to manage their roster within the luxury tax threshold.
During the Warriors’ playoff push, Paul hasn’t dwelled on his next destination for the upcoming season, according to Slater’s report.
Paul’s positive experience with the Warriors is attributed to his camaraderie with players like Thompson, Steph Curry, and Draymond Green, as well as the proximity to his family in Los Angeles.
In the event that the Warriors opt to part ways with Paul, he could explore a return to the Los Angeles area, where he hasn’t played since 2017.
Paul’s ties to the Los Angeles Clippers, where he spent six seasons, including five All-Star campaigns, and the previous interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, add intriguing possibilities to his potential landing spots for the upcoming season.
