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Tim Capurso

What Chris Paul Reportedly Said to Kawhi Leonard That Drew Clippers Coach’s Pushback

In a shocking turn of events, the Clippers sent future Hall of Fame guard Chris Paul home in the middle of the night on Dec. 3, ultimately deciding to part ways with the veteran point guard following a meeting between he and team president Lawrence Frank. Paul, who has earned a considerable amount of leadership latitude during his 21 seasons in the league, evidently drew the ire of Clippers management, coaches, and players when he attempted to hold those around him accountable, according to reporting from Sports Illustrated and ESPN.

One such example of Paul’s actions sparking pushback from the Clippers emerged during Prime Video’s NBA coverage on Friday.

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