As I continue my NBA Player Series be sure to let me know who I should write about if you have a favorite player in mind. You can tweet me your thoughts @bballmypassion 🙂
This week we highlight LA Clippers Guard Chris Paul.
Chris is a beast on the court with his handles and ability to create plays for himself.
Before going to the LA Clippers, Chris was drafted by the New Orleans Hornets (now Pelicans) in 2005.
August 2005 tragedy struck the New Orleans area by way of Hurricane Katrina. Everything you could possibly think of was destroyed. During this difficult the time, the entire NBA with the Hornets and Chris worked together to help rebuild what was left after the hurricane hit. It was a devastating blow for the world, to see the images and families suffering as well as people dying. The Hornets were relocated to Oklahoma for Chris’s rookie season where he flourished. During his years with the Hornets until he was traded, Chris was an All-Star, top scorer in the league, as well as leading in assists per game.
Off the court was the same story …
Chris is an amazing person off the court. A father and husband, he is always willing to help someone else in their time of need or just be there for support. He served as the NBA Players Association President in 2013 and 2014 during the Donald Sterling incident. Chris has overcome a lot of adversity to get where he is today and I enjoy watching him play and can’t wait to see what the future holds. I could see him coaching or being a analyst of a team.
See you next season Chris !!
*Pictures courtesy of google images*
