Boston Celtics: Pros and cons of pursuing Chris Paul

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Chris Paul shocked the world today when he announced that he’d be declining his player option–one that is worth a whopping $44, 211,146–to explore free agency. That news followed rumblings that the Boston Celtics could look to deal Kemba Walker this offseason.

That means there could be some major backcourt shuffling around the league this offseason, with the aging pair still representing the top echelon of floor generals in today’s league.

Paul in particular, even at the tender age of 36, is still an All-Star caliber talent that could elevate a team from obscurity to the postseason. Exhibit A was last season’s Oklahoma City…