Golden State Warriors teammates Steph Curry and Chris Paul recently showed their support for their team in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The duo even worked out together in Atlanta before heading to Vegas. According to Paul, they had a great session and hardly missed any shots. This positive start bodes well for Paul’s time with the Warriors.
In his first official interview as a Warrior, Paul shared some interesting insights. He emphasized that he still considers himself a starter and does not intend for this to be his final season as a player. Despite his lengthy career, he still finds the same joy in the game as he did when he was a kid. He also expressed confidence that fitting in with his new team will be seamless.
Paul’s summer was marked by two trades, first from Phoenix to Washington, and then to Golden State. The Warriors hope that this move will lead to both short-term and long-term gains. Although Paul is 38 years old, he remains a highly effective player, averaging 13.9 points and 8.9 assists in the last season. However, his contract is set to expire after the upcoming season, while his teammate Jordan Poole signed a four-year deal.
Paul mentioned his experience playing on three USA teams and emphasized the importance of figuring things out as a team. He acknowledged that there will be a learning curve for both him and his new teammates, but he is confident that they will come together effectively.
While Paul has started all of his 1,214 regular-season and 149 playoff games, it is unlikely that he will replace Curry or Klay Thompson in the starting lineup. This means that Paul may find himself in a new position at this stage of his career. However, joining the Warriors offers him the opportunity to contend for an NBA title, something he has yet to achieve. Although he reached the NBA Finals with Phoenix in 2021, they ultimately fell short.
Paul’s history with the Warriors is significant. He has scored more points against them than any other team and has played 18 playoff games against them, tied for his most against any opponent. Despite facing setbacks against the Warriors in the past, Paul remains focused on the present and his new opportunity with Golden State.
Overall, Paul’s motivation for continuing to play isn’t solely driven by the desire for a championship ring. He genuinely loves the game and finds fulfillment in playing basketball every day. His passion for the sport has remained constant throughout his life, and he intends to keep playing for multiple years.
With Paul joining forces with Curry and the rest of the Warriors, the team is poised to be title contenders in the upcoming season. Both Paul and the Warriors are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and are ready to work together to achieve success.
Sources:
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– Golden State Warriors Twitter
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