Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul , one of the greatest point guards in NBA history, plans to retire following the 2025-26 season, according to ESPN . Paul hinted at the decision in a social media post Saturday before his final game in his home state of North Carolina when the Clippers face the Charlotte Hornets .

Paul, 40, was selected No. 4 overall by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2005 NBA Draft out of Wake Forest and immediately made a major impact, earning Rookie of the Year honors. Over his 21-year career, he has been a 12-time All-Star, 11-time All-NBA team selection and nine-time All-Defensive team honoree to earn recognition as one of the NBA's 75 Greatest Players. Chris Paul will retire without a ring -- but his career proves he was one of the NBA's greatest

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