Chris Paul reintroduced by LA Clippers
LOS ANGELES - In a shocking move, the Los Angeles Clippers and 12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul have parted ways.
What we know:
Paul, a Clippers fan-favorite following the team’s "Lob City era," returned to Los Angeles in what he confirmed would be his final season in the league.
Now, the 40-year-old's time in his final chapter has been cut short.
Paul, who entered his 21st NBA season, was the second-oldest player in the NBA beyond LeBron James.
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‘He will no longer be with the team’
What they're saying:
During the overnight hours, Paul wrote, "Just found out I'm being sent home," along with a peace sign in his Instagram stories.
Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations, then provided a statement to ESPN.
"We are parting ways with Chris and he will no longer be with the team," Frank said. "We will work with him on the next step of his career.
"Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic career. I want to make one thing very clear. No one is blaming Chris for our underperformance. I accept responsibility for the record we have right now. There are a lot of reasons why we've struggled. We're grateful for the impact Chris has made on the franchise."
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