Tag: Chris Paul

Chris Paul Announces Retirement; Raptors Expected to Waive Him

Chris Paul
February 2026

He confirmed he is stepping away after 21 seasons. He was traded to Toronto at the deadline in a deal that did not require reporting, and multiple reports say the Raptors will waive him. The retirement frames a shift toward family and life after playing, with league leadership highlighting his on-court résumé and union leadership. The trade-waive path effectively closed any late-season title chase with another team.

Report: Chris Paul Headed to Toronto in Three-Team Trade, May Not Report

Chris Paul
January 2026

Multiple reports say Paul is being traded to Toronto in a three-team deal, with indications he may not need to report and could be rerouted again before the deadline. Raptors receive Paul, Nets get Agbaji plus a future second-rounder, Clippers get Marinković’s rights. The report frames it as late-career logistics for a 40-year-old who has signaled retirement after this season.

Cousins: Chris Paul Not a Top-Five PG

DeMarcus Cousins
September 2025

Former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins said Chris Paul should not be considered a top-five all-time point guard, sparking debate as Paul enters his 21st season. Cousins argued accolades favour Steve Nash, John Stockton, and Russell Westbrook, who won MVP. While acknowledging Paul’s greatness, he claimed Paul’s lack of top-tier honours leaves him outside the all-time top-five

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