Chris Paul Mulls Return After Messy Clippers Exit

Chris Paul does not want his messy exit from the Clippers to be the last image of his career. On Good Sports he said, "I just love this game so much that I don't want it to end like that," and revealed he is training daily and undecided about a return this season. Paul had announced 2025-26 would be his final year, but the Clippers released him midseason after a rocky start. Merlin sees a proud veteran with value beyond scoring, a floor general who can steady a young locker room even at age 40. Paul smiled, "Man, if I knew, I'd tell you," and that fits the uncertainty ahead. A contender needing leadership could give him a short contract, but roster fit and minutes will decide if he gets one last run.