LA Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) goes to the basket during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center on Nov 20, 2025.
The Los Angeles Clippers traded Chris Paul to the Toronto Raptors in a three-team trade deal on Wednesday. The trade also sent Ochai Agbaji and cash to the Brooklyn Nets, according to information sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.
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The Raptors are reportedly not requiring Paul to report to Toronto until after Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. Toronto could still trade Paul to another team until 12:00 pm PST.
Although the Clippers did not receive a player, draft pick or cash in the trade, the deal helped Los Angeles clear a roster spot and save $7 million in tax money. The Clippers cut Paul on Dec. 3, and he has been taking up a spot in the roster ever since.
The Clippers received some criticism for parting ways with the future Hall of Famer. Paul’s leadership style reportedly clashed with the franchise’s goals, which ultimately led to the Clippers cutting ties with Paul.
Over the summer, Paul announced he would retire after the 2025-26 season. He intended to finish his career with the Clippers, a team he spent six of his best NBA seasons with (2011-17). But now, he will likely finish his career with the Raptors unless Toronto trades him before the deadline.
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Paul was averaging 2.9 points and 3.3 assists per game across 16 games with the Clippers this season.
Nov 20, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; LA Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) goes to the basket during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
Paul Was At Peace With Sudden Departure From Clippers
The Clippers’ decision to cut Paul was shocking and controversial. But Paul eventually said he was at peace with the franchise’s decision and was looking forward to whatever was next in his career.
“I’m actually at peace with everything,” Paul said. “More than anything, I’m excited about being around and getting a chance to play a small role in whatever anything looks like next.”
The Raptors are ranked sixth in the Eastern Conference this season with a 30-22 record. Paul is unlikely to hold a major role with Toronto and could be traded again or waived before the deadline.
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