Love him or hate him, there’s no doubt that Chris Paul is respected by the players, media, and the fans. When he was unceremoniously let go by the Los Angeles Clippers, basketball fans quickly berated them for the unexpected move.

As a 21-year veteran who is often regarded as one of the most prolific point guards the game has seen, Paul’s dismissal came as a surprise. But what truly happened behind the scenes that led to this sudden news? Shams Charania provided further details on why the Clippers came to the conclusion that they don’t want Paul to be around the team anymore.

“Chris Paul and his leadership style clashed with the Clippers, sources tell ESPN. Paul has been vocal in holding management, coaches, and players accountable, which the team felt became disruptive. Specifically: Ty

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