Chris Paul embracing return to LA Clippers
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Star guard Chris Paul is slated to be a backup with the Clippers after starting every game for the Spurs last season.
Chris Paul may be seen by most as one of the best point-guards in the history of the league, but that does not include Kendrick Perkins.
Beal has worn No. 3 throughout his NBA career but graciously offered to give it up to Paul, who fans affectionately know as "CP3." Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank shared the news at Tuesday's teleconference call .