The Clippers are the most obvious landing spot for Paul. They can offer him the most money as a returning free agent and they have assembled a good supporting cast around him. I think there is a solid chance he returns, but he would be foolish not to weight other options, especially if he feels like the Clippers are going nowhere.
CP3 would love the bright lights of New York City and the New York Knicks have a hole at the point guard position. Not to mention, that he and Carmelo Anthony are very good friends. The biggest hurdle here would be the Knicks having to clear enough cap space.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has been a long time admirer of CP3. Cuban is also known to make a big splash when possible. The biggest splash available this offseason is the signing of Chris Paul. After a disappointing season, Dallas should be looking to improve their team. Paul instantly makes them a contender again.
This one does seem a little unlikely, but the Atlanta Hawks have always shown a very high interest in Paul. With a talented roster including Al Horford and Josh Smith, CP3 might just be what the Hawks need to finally take the next step.
Now this would be interesting. If Paul bolts the Clippers in favor of the Los Angeles Lakers, it will simply feel like a kick in the gut to Clippers fans. Paul has said that he loves Los Angeles, but if he does not feel like the Clippers will be contenders, maybe he stays in LA to play with Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.
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