Although Chris Paul was the full-time starting point guard for the San Antonio Spurs in 2024-25, even after they acquired De'Aaron Fox and noticed the promise from the eventual Rookie of the Year, Stephon Castle, he is expected to begin year 21 for the LA Clippers on the bench.
He would have easily been a starter had the Clippers been unable to sign Bradley Beal, but due to a buyout and words of motivation from James Harden, executive Lawrence Frank wanted to pursue the superstar, most remembered for his contributions with the Washington Wizards.
Furthermore, Beal will excel as the starting shooting guard, playing off Harden's role as the primary facilitator.