Get breaking news alerts\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/Sz4nIbEDCu<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 ESPN (@espn) July 16, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n Beal negotiated a no-trade clause with the Suns after he was dealt in the offseason following the 2022-23 season. It began a “Big Three” era in Phoenix featuring him, Devin Booker, and Kevin Durant. Heading into next season, only Booker remains.<\/p>\n “I need a ring,” Beal said, speaking on his new situation since signing with the LA Clippers<\/a> as a free agent. “I feel like I’ve got a new life … a new hunger. I’m excited about the opportunity … to go win.”<\/p>\n “I need a ring.”<\/p>\n Bradley Beal speaks about signing with the @LAClippers<\/a>, his connection to teammate CP3, and why he gives to the next generation of St. Louis talent with @BradBealElite<\/a>.<\/p>\n Catch the full interview tonight on Sports Sunday after @KMOV<\/a> at 10. pic.twitter.com\/BWCEq6yA9w<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Tamar Sher (@tamar_sher) August 11, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n With the Clippers, Beal will complement Kawhi Leonard and James Harden rather than serve as a third piece to the duo, though his talent is far from overlooked by the team.<\/p>\n “Players of this caliber are very rare,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said in a team-issued statement. “He’s been the best player on his team. You can put him in so many different spots and he’ll find ways to score … he’s also a great playmaker who is going to make everybody else better.”<\/p>\n Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) looks to dribble against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Adam Flagler (14) during the first half at Footprint Center. \/ Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images<\/p>\n Included on that list? Twenty-one-year veteran Chris Paul.<\/p>\n Paul signed with the Clippers following a one-year stint with the San Antonio Spurs. Next to Victor Wembanyama, the point guard played all 82 games and led a squad hampered by misfortune. <\/p>\n Breaking: Chris Paul has signed a deal to RETURN to the Clippers, per @ShamsCharania<\/a> \ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n CP3 picked a reunion with the Clippers over multiple other franchises pic.twitter.com\/43Hm4Dh8U6<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 21, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n Between Wembanyama’s deep vein thrombosis diagnosis, De’Aaron Fox’s season-ending pinkie surgery, and Gregg Popovich’s retirement-inducing stroke, Paul played a pivotal role in advancing San Antonio’s rebuild. Now, he’s ready to contend with the Clippers.<\/p>\n He’ll do so once again wearing No. 3.<\/p>\n “Chris is lucky we have a previous relationship outside of basketball,” Beal joked of relinquishing his number. “It was kind of like a ‘Big Bro’ thing. I had a choice, but I didn’t really have a choice.”<\/p>\n Bradley Beal (@RealDealBeal23<\/a>) will wear No. 0 for the #Clippers<\/a>. Number last worn by MarJon Beauchamp in 2025. #NBA<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/g668lkqLM4<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Etienne Catalan (@EtienneCatalan) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n Beal gave up his number to Paul “out of respect,” but made sure to include his reasoning. Paul’s journey isn’t his to share, but he’s keen on the idea of playing a role in it. Especially if it does turn out to be his final NBA season.<\/p>\n “If it is,” Beal began, “and I had the opportunity to share the floor with him, then I want him to have the number he came up with.”<\/p>\n Ex-Clippers, Mavericks Center Nearing Deal With International Team<\/a><\/p>\n Ex-NBA Guard Patrick Beverley Calls Out Former Lakers Player<\/a><\/p>\n Patrick Beverley Reacts to LeBron James’ Controversial Post<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n