Lawrence Frank Says Chris Paul Will Come Off Bench Next Season, Will Wear No. 3 Jersey
Los Angeles Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank outlined Chris Paul's role heading into next season, saying that the point guard will mostly come off the bench.
"There'll be nights Chris plays a lot, there'll be nights he does not ... Chris started 82 games last year and was a very, very productive player. So we don't take that lightly when you're taking on a different role. And so there were a lot of conversations, you put everything on the table and get everyone comfortable with it," said Frank on Tuesday.
Paul has started 1,314 out of 1,354 career games and also started all 82 games for the Spurs last season.
Frank also said that he consulted with James Harden and Kawhi Leonard on signing Paul.
"What James talked about with Chris was his ability to see the floor like few others, the leadership skills he brings, the competitiveness and his everyday work ethic and approach. He thought that Chris would be a great fit for the team," added Frank.
Bradley Beal will give up the No. 3 jersey to Paul, who has worn the No. 3 jersey for the entirety of his 20-year playing career.
Beal, who has also only worn the No. 3 jersey in his career, will decide on a new number later.