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Bradley Beal reclaims No. 3 jersey from Chris Paul with Clippers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 5:32 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Bradley Beal reclaims No. 3 jersey from Chris Paul with Clippers

Summary

Bradley Beal announced he will wear No. 3 for the LA Clippers, a number previously worn by Chris Paul. Beal, who re-signed with the team in mid-August on a two-year deal after a challenging season with injuries, explained that his decision was based on personal superstition and respect for Paul. He noted his friendship with Paul and expressed pride in returning to the number that has defined his career. Beal is currently recovering from knee inflammation and is not expected to play on opening night against the Sacramento Kings. The Clippers are in training camp in Hawaii as they prepare for their upcoming season opener.

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By the Numbers

•Beal signed a two-year, $13.2 million deal with the Clippers.
•He previously wore No. 3 before switching to accommodate Chris Paul.
•Beal is recovering from knee inflammation and may miss opening night.
•The Clippers are currently training in Hawaii ahead of the season opener.

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5:32 AMYahoo Sports — Clippers news: Bradley Beal reveals why he switched back to No. 3 jersey, previously Chris Paul's

What they're saying

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The LA Clippers had to deal with a lot this offseason , from constructing a roster after trading away Kawhi Leonard to the ramifications of the NBA’s investigation into the reported salary cap circumvention. And that’s before you even get to the franchise re-signing Bradley Beal and giving him Chris Paul’s number three jersey. Beal re-signed with […] The post Clippers news: Bradley Beal reveals why he switched back to No. 3 jersey, previously Chris Paul's appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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