The Los Angeles Clippers just did Milwaukee a huge favor this offseason, and they don't even know it. By signing Chris Paul to a veteran deal, the Clippers saved Milwaukee from the kind of aging star acquisition that has haunted their recent history for years now.
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, the Bucks had already expressed interest in Chris Paul. Ultimately, though, Paul moved out West after deciding he wanted to be close to his family after playing last season in San Antonio.
Chris Paul is 40 years old, injury-prone, and still wants to be a starter, which are all red flags for a Bucks team already struggling to stay young and athletic.