After 19 seasons in the NBA, Chris Paul is widely regarded as one of the best point guards to ever play the game. With 12 All-Star appearances under his belt, he has been a valuable player for every team he has played for. This summer, the Golden State Warriors acquired him in an effort to boost their second unit and improve playmaking on the roster.
Despite his incredible skill and accolades, Paul has never won an NBA championship. Unfortunately, this trend continued this season as the Warriors were eliminated in the play-in tournament. With one year left on his contract worth $30 million, Paul may be looking for a new team in the hopes of finally winning a championship.
Being a top competitor for so many years, Paul has certainly rubbed some people the wrong way. Former NBA referee Bill Spooner recently called him one of the biggest “a-holes” he ever had to deal with during his 32-year career. Despite this reputation, Paul has earned praise for his professionalism and mentorship of younger players during his time with the Warriors.
Whether or not Paul has a reputation as a “nice guy,” his talent and experience make him a valuable asset for any team looking to make a deep playoff run.
