Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook reconcile during post-career retirement summer

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook reconcile during post-career retirement summer
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Former NBA point guards Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook are spending their first retirement summer together on a vacation in Europe. The pair, who maintained a competitive rivalry over decades of play, have moved past their on-court history to enjoy family time. Paul announced his retirement before the previous season began but concluded his career midseason after internal disagreements with the LA Clippers. Russell Westbrook entered free agency this summer but chose to retire after receiving limited contract offers rather than accepting a diminished rotational role with the Sacramento Kings. The two legends, who played against one another 43 times in the regular season, shared social media content documenting their trip, including a lighthearted moment on a yacht. Their friendship has drawn public acknowledgment from fellow retired stars including Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade.

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  • Chris Paul left the NBA after a contentious final season with the LA Clippers.
  • Russell Westbrook retired this summer after declining a bench role with the Sacramento Kings.
  • Paul and Westbrook faced each other in 43 regular-season games during their careers.
  • The two former rivals are currently vacationing together in Europe.
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Chris Paul knew for over a year that the 2026 offseason would be his first as a retired star, something that Russell Westbrook quickly found out during free agency. Paul announced his retirement before the start of last season, but was forced to retire midseason amid a fallout with the LA Clippers that also saw him get traded during his retirement season.

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