Chris Paul

The Phoenix Suns having big issues now with the new CP3 injury!

Published

3 years ago

February 21, 2022

Joshua

The Phoenix Suns having big issues now with the new CP3 injury!

When Chris Paul, point guard of the Phoenix Suns, was clutching at his hand – not much was being thought of it. However, maybe we should have taken note of it more. There were rumors, and reports, of Chris Paul and the current state he was in ahead of the NBA All-Star Game but no one knew for sure.

Hours before the All-Star Game, we found out the answer that is most likely depressing to people in The Valley. He was most likely going to play in the All-Star Game, and he did briefly, but the lasting impact is devastating.

The timeline for the point guard is expected to be between 6-8 weeks, but for what? What is the dooming injury to the 36-year-old (future) HoF? The injury is an avulsion fracture in his right thumb that is going to take time to rehab.

“We’re 48-10, and if we do miss some time, I know the guys are going to hold it down,” Paul said. “There’s always going to be a frustration with injury. My hand surgeon is part of my family now.

“I always want to play. When I felt that in my hand, I was mad for all types of reasons,” Paul added. “Obviously, we’re not going to [rush it]. I’m going to try to heal as fast as physically possible. The second I’m able to play, I guarantee you I will be playing.”

The frustration of CP3 has become apparent and this was the telling story before the official news broke about his injury.

The pros and cons of this injury:

Look, injuries are not good. No one ever wants someone to get injured, but could this injury have a positive spin? It’s very interesting as the main positive of this injury is that he is going to get a lot of resting time.

Sure the injury is devastating, but if he is able to get to 70% strength, and comfortability, in his hand then that will be great. Why? Because with this rest, his hand will be good, and he will be rocking and rolling for the postseason.

Give him seven weeks and he will be back for the beginning of the postseason as having a stronger, healthier, and more laser-focused Point God is amazing to have. That is the main pro as rest is critical and allowing him to be his best come the postseason is something electrifying all on it’s own.

Now, what are the disadvantages?

The rest of the season is not going to be having it’s normal floor-general and will be left to the likes of Cameron Payne and Aaron Holiday. Mainly Payne. Note: I love Holiday and Payne, but they are no Paul. CP3 has that stable leadership, energy, and keeping his team focused like no other on the Suns before. I am excited to see the bigger role Cameron Payne; but one has to wonder what the Suns will become when they do not have their starting point guard come this Thursday and beyond.

Lastly, hand injuries have been at a high for Chris Paul in the last 12 months. Truly, the injuries (besides just hand injuries) have been concerning. The Semi Finals and NBA Finals focused on the hands of Chris Paul; the opening round against the Lakers saw the shoulder of Chris Paul being iffy. That affected them a little bit. Also, if you want to, counting COVID also affected when it came time to face the Denver Nuggets in the second round.

So injuries and his lacking presence will be huge disadvantages for the Suns, especially when trying to close out the season strong.

Conclusion to this article:

Who knows what will happen to the reigning, defending, undisputed regular season winners. This will most certainly have an impact on the Suns, Payne, and all players that have been around Paul. It just now all depends on what the talent of Phoenix does with this setback – will it hold them down or will they thrive with this devastating blow?

Personally, I am excited to see what happens.

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Chris Paul

Chris Paul Says He Will Be Retired In The Next Season Or Two

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1 week ago

December 12, 2024

Joshua

The San Antonio Spurs set up a legendary interview between Tony Parker and Chris Paul, as during this sit-down, the two point guards talked about a list of topics. One topic was how long the Spurs guard has left in the league.

Overall, Paul said he only has a season or two left in his storied career. He is 39 years old and in his 20th season. Come May 6th, Paul will turn 40 years old.

“Maybe a year or two. I’m still trying to feel it out,” Paul said. “I think the hardest part is—like I love this, like practice today, I love hooping, I love all of that. The hardest part is when I get home and I have to watch my kids’ games on the iPad or whatnot, so that’s the tug of war right now.”

Later in the interview, Paul reflected on his time with the Warriors and the struggles of it all.

“Last year (with the Golden State Warriors) was probably one of the toughest years for me. I just love to hoop. I wanna play. If I’m gonna sacrifice my family and be away from them, then I at least need to be playing,” Paul said.

Since signing with San Antonio, the veteran point guard has started all 24 games averaging 10.2 points and 8.5 assists.

Chris Paul

Chris Paul Signs One-Year Deal With Spurs

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6 months ago

June 30, 2024

Joshua

Chris Paul Signs One-Year Deal With Spurs

According to CourtSideHeat and other reports, Chris Paul has signed a one-year deal with the San Antonio Spurs. The future Hall of Famer will play alongside Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama.

The 39-year-old is set to make $11 million as he fills a desperate hole for the Spurs – and that is a point guard. Per our sources, San Antonio found him as a “perfect fit” and thought him playing with Wemby would not only help the team, but also Wembanyama himself.

Paul averaged 9.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.8 assists in 26.4 minutes. He was set to be traded to the Los Angeles Clippers for Paul George; however, the Clippers had no interest and decided to “block” Golden State from receiving George.

SOURCES: The San Antonio Spurs find Chris Paul to be a "perfect fit" for their roster and pairing with Victor Wembanyama

They will do everything in their power to sign him to a contract; the Lakers should be worried #NBA #NBAFreeAgency #NBAX pic.twitter.com/7JKtrusnR6
— CourtSideHeat (@courtsideheat) June 30, 2024

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Chris Paul Not Retiring In The Offseason

Published

8 months ago

April 17, 2024

Joshua

Chris Paul Not Retiring In The Offseason

There are so many questions around the Golden State Warriors franchise and their current roster, but we do have clarity on Chris Paul’s future in the league.

Despite the heartbreak they went through Tuesday night against the Sacramento Kings, Paul said he has no intentions of leaving the league on a sour note.

“I’ll talk to my wife and my kids, my family, my support system, see what it looks like,” Paul told The Athletic. “But this isn’t (the end of my career). I know it for sure.”

With the 38-year-old veteran returning to the NBA, his contract with Golden State is up. While there are no guarantees of his returning to The Bay, there is a belief that Steve Kerr and the front office want him back.

For Paul, he hasn’t thought about it much. He continues to focus on the day-to-day grind.

“I haven’t thought about it,” Paul said. “I’m too in it. I was in the gym at 8 a.m. this morning, lifting and getting ready for this game. When it’s time for that, Mike (Dunleavy) and Steve (Kerr), we’ll have a conversation and see what it looks like. But I loved it. It’s honestly — this is my fifth year living without my family — I probably saw them more than any other year.”