The Golden State Warriors signed a $340 million world record deal with the Lakers nine hours ago, and just after two key players left for the Lakers, an ESPN reporter just confirmed that the team’s franchise has formally announced his departure to the Chicago Bulls. The teams confirmed a $12.7 million departure fee after he signed a four-year, $130.8 million contract with the Bulls, but…

Former Warriors guard makes sad but inevitable announcement everyone saw coming
But where will the 12x All-Star end up?

Former Golden State Warriors guard Chris Paul has effectively announced that next season will be the last in his decorated career, with the veteran point guard still on the market nearly a week into the free agency window.

Paul is coming off a solid season with the San Antonio Spurs where he was both an on-court and off-court mentor, but news of his impending retirement won’t come as a surprise given his recent comments wishing to spend more time with his family.

Former Warrior Chris Paul is headed for his final season in the NBA
There’s still a chance that Paul retires this offseason, yet there certainly remains interest in the 12x All-Star from a number of possible suitors across the league. The family ties Paul speaks of hints at a move back to Los Angeles where he could reunite with the Clippers, or even finally play alongside good friend LeBron James at the Lakers.

There’s also the possibility that Paul reunites with the Phoenix Suns who are in desperate need of a point guard, and who are expected to open up back court minutes with the astonishing decision to execute a buyout on the remaining two years of Bradley Beal’s contract.