• Chris Paul says he doesn’t want his career to end quietly and still loves the game.
  • The 40-year-old remains under contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Clippers have kept Paul away from the team; options include a trade or release before the February deadline.
  • No new team has signed Paul yet; he said he’s unsure where he’ll finish his career.

Chris Paul insists he isn’t ready to walk away

Soon-to-be Hall of Famer Chris Paul pushed back against retirement talk this week, saying he still has plenty to give on the court. The 40-year-old point guard told the Good Sports with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson show, “I just love this game so much that I don’t want it to end like that… I don’t know what team I hope to finish with.”

Clippers keep Paul off the roster amid roster split

Paul remains under contract with the Los Angeles Clippers but has not played with the team since the organization unexpectedly sent him home. Reports indicate the Clippers have cut him off from team activities for a variety of reasons. That leaves two clear paths: the Clippers can trade Paul before the NBA’s February trade deadline, or they can release him so he can sign with another team as a free agent.

Marketplace interest, but no deals yet

Since Paul’s split from the Clippers, his name has surfaced in trade rumors and free-agent conversations. Despite links to several franchises, no deal has materialized. Teams weighing a move must consider Paul’s age, contract status and the fit alongside current rosters.

What Paul said and what it means

Paul’s comments make one thing clear: he wants to control how his career ends. At 40, he remains an elite floor general and veteran leader who can still influence games and mentor younger players. Saying he doesn’t “want it to end like that” signals a desire for a competitive final chapter rather than a forced exit.

Next steps before the trade deadline

If the Clippers pursue a trade, teams will have to craft packages that match salaries and roster needs. If Los Angeles releases Paul, he immediately becomes a free agent and can choose his next landing spot. Either outcome could play out before February; otherwise the Clippers keep Paul on contract for the remainder of the season.

Where this story stands

This is a developing situation. Paul has publicly pushed back on retirement speculation and remains under contract while his future is negotiated. Expect more updates as teams evaluate deals ahead of the trade deadline.

Source: Chris Paul appearance on Good Sports with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson; reporting on Paul’s status with the Los Angeles Clippers.

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