Chris Paul s five potential next teams next season, including the Thunder, the Clippers and the Mavericks

San Antonio Spurs veteran point guard Chris Paul got the playing time he wanted after joining the team last summer. He started 82 games in the 2024-25 regular season, coaching young stars Victor Vinbanyama and Stephen Kassel.

His starting position is not guaranteed before the 2025-26 season. NBA insider Mark Stan updated the 12-time All-Star player in his blog post "Stan Line" on Monday.

The Spurs got De Aaron Fox in February, Kassel performed well in his rookie season and the likely drafted Dylan Harper, which has sparked speculation about his future.

Stan wrote: "People are increasingly looking forward to Paul's transfer again this offseason, despite his obvious success as a mentor for Vinban Yama and a young team with the Spurs."

He will become an unrestricted free agent after the NBA Finals. This season, he averaged 8.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game, attracting the interest of many teams.

Which teams are reportedly interested in "CP3"? Let's take a look at the next teams in the top five.

Chris Paul reportedly attracted the interest of several teams in the league. While he hasn't formally talked about his future, one thing is clear: Paul hopes to end his career with a championship ring or play for a team that guarantees him enough time.

1. Dallas Mavericks

It is reported that the Dallas Mavericks intend to sign Chris Paul. The Mavericks are reportedly looking for an experienced point guard to fill Irving's position, who is out due to an ACL injury.

This could lead to a reunion of Paul and Irving, who last played for Team USA together at the 2016 Olympics.

The positive thing about this is that Paul can provide the expected No. 1 pick Cooper Flag with him to Victor Vinbanyama and Stephen Cassel at the same level of guidance. However, when Irving returns from injury, the role of the substitute may not be suitable for him. Chris Paul attracted the interest of the Portland Trail Blazers, according to Yamam Amiko of Basketball Wire on Tuesday. His arrival will bring experience to this team that ranks No. 12 in the Western Conference with 36 wins and 46 losses.

However, Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin reportedly said he likes the team's roster. However, league insiders believe the Blazers want to add an experienced defender to coach Scudt Henderson.

3, Oklahoma City Thunder

Although this sounds almost impossible, this is the NBA and anything can happen. Chris Paul played for the Thunder in 2019-20, and his relationship with the team’s best player, Shay Kyrgyz-Alli Yamada, may push him to join an organization that can bring him his first ring.

The two stars played together for only one season, and the defending MVP regarded Paul as a mentor, eldest brother and friend. Paul attended the MVP awards ceremony of Kyrgyz-Alexander Yamada, showing their close connection.

4, Another home court for the Los Angeles Clippers Chris Paul, perhaps not the Intuit Dome. Paul played for the Clippers for six years in the "City of Locks" era, making it to the All-Star four times, leading them into the playoffs each season.

Although his superstar era may have passed, his basketball IQ and leadership abilities are top-notch. He can sign a veteran contract and will not have much impact on the team's salary space.

5, San Antonio Spurs' valuable contribution to the team's young players may allow the San Antonio Spurs to renew a short-term contract with him.

However, his desire to win a championship and play frequently may not be fulfilled. He could stay in San Antonio and help develop the Spurs’ next star, Dylan Harper, and become a veteran on the bench when needed.

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