This summer, the Warriors trade came to Chris Paul, and this isn't the first time many people have heard of him being bought out. However, if nothing else, Paul will continue his NBA career next season wearing a Warriors jersey. This is Paul's 6th NBA team! So why didn't the warriors abandon Paul? What magic does he really have?
Judging by the data, Paul is definitely one of the best point guards in NBA history! He has been the NBA's "steal king" 6 times, which is unmatched by any player in NBA history to date; He also won 5 "assist kings", second only to 3; Paul was named to the All-Defensive Team 9 times, tied for first place with Gary Payton; He was also named to the All-NBA 11-time All-NBA, second only to Bob Cousy 12 times in NBA history!
But Paul's magic isn't just in his data. He has played for 5 teams, each with significant achievements. At the Pelicans, he led the team to a team-best 56-26 record and led the Pelicans to their first playoff second round. At the Clippers, he led the Clippers to a team-best 57-25 regular-season record. In his first season with the Rockets, he helped the Rockets record the best regular season record of 65-17 in franchise history. With the Thunder and Suns, he also led the team to the playoffs and Finals!
One could argue that Paul would make the Warriors pay a huge luxury tax. But don't forget, the Warriors' luxury tax has broken NBA all-time records year after year, so how could they give up a possible chance to win a championship for this money? Even if it's really a great fit, the Warriors could trade Paul in the middle of the season. Even if Paul's fare in the new season is terrible, there is still a big trade market for his expiring contract.
Therefore, the Warriors keeping Paul may be able to make Paul grateful and give everything for the championship dream, and if the trial fails in the middle of the season, it will not only send Paul away to save money, but also allow Paul to join the championship favorites with a base salary without making Paul resentful. All in all, the Warriors' decision this summer was definitely not bad! #Sports##Basketball##Chinese Basketball###nba#