Chris Paul Announces Retirement from the NBA

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Chris Paul (“The Point God”) announced his retirement from the NBA, effective at the conclusion of the current season, following a 21-year career
The 12-time All-Star ranks third all-time in career assists and steals, cementing his legacy as one of the league’s most influential point guards
Paul stated he is “at peace” with the decision, making every game this season a final tribute before he passes the torch to the next generation

The league is preparing to bid farewell to one of its all-time greats. Chris Paul, widely known as “The Point God,” has announced that he will retire from the NBA at the conclusion of the current season, bringing a legendary 21-year career to a close. The emotional announcement signals the end of an era for the point guard position, a role CP3 redefined with his precision, playmaking, and unwavering leadership.

Paul’s career statistics place him among the elite. He is a 12-time All-Star, an 11-time All-NBA selection, and currently ranks second all-time in career assists and steals. In his career, Paul was also named 2006 Rookie of the Year and a member of the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. Despite never capturing that elusive NBA Championship, his influence on the game and his ability to elevate every team he played for—from the Charlotte Hornets to the Los Angeles Clippers and beyond—is undeniable. Paul and LeBron James are the only two players in the history of the league to reach both milestones of 20,000 career points and 10,000 career assists.

In a reflective statement, Paul expressed that he was “at peace” with the decision, choosing to embrace his final season as a celebration of his journey. He took to social media on his return home to North Carolina, to write, “What a ride…Still so much left.. GRATEFUL for this last one!!” For the remainder of the season, every game will now serve as a final tribute to his mastery of the game. His departure will open a new chapter in the league, allowing a younger generation of playmakers to take the reins.