Clippers cut franchise great Chris Paul
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Clippers coach Tyronn Lue gives his side of bitter Chris Paul breakup
Future Hall of Famer was sent packing by the Clippers in his farewell season, and there seemed to be more to the story.
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"Los Angels coach Tyronn Lue and Paul did not seen eye to eye for weeks before the point guard’s stunning release Wednesday, ESPN reported, adding that Paul was attempting to hold players accountable for the poor results this season,.
“It just didn’t work out like we thought it would. I just think it wasn’t a good fit for what he was looking for. It is what it is,” Lue told reporters, adding that it was an organizational decision.
“Do I want to see CP go out like this? No. I have a lot of respect for him. He’s been a friend of mine over the years. You never wanna see a great go out like this. But I’m pretty sure he will find something, because he’s a great player. … I didn’t wanna see it end like this.”
Tough situation for Lue....Clippers coach Tyronn Lue gives his side of bitter Chris Paul breakup
Future Hall of Famer was sent packing by the Clippers in his farewell season, and there seemed to be more to the story.
"Los Angels coach Tyronn Lue and Paul did not seen eye to eye for weeks before the point guard’s stunning release Wednesday, ESPN reported, adding that Paul was attempting to hold players accountable for the poor results this season,.
“It just didn’t work out like we thought it would. I just think it wasn’t a good fit for what he was looking for. It is what it is,” Lue told reporters, adding that it was an organizational decision.
“Do I want to see CP go out like this? No. I have a lot of respect for him. He’s been a friend of mine over the years. You never wanna see a great go out like this. But I’m pretty sure he will find something, because he’s a great player. … I didn’t wanna see it end like this.”
Sounds like Paul was trying to be the "coach" and ignoring what Lue wanted to do. Of course, I'm sure CP3 will see it differently.
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