Chris Paul or CP3 is considered as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. After playing three seasons for the Phoenix Suns he was traded to Washington Wizards in 2023.
Chris Paul is currently in his 19th season and won several accolades including, the NBA Rookie of the Year award, 12 times member of the NBA All-Star, and two gold medals with Team USA.
Born on May 6, 1985, in North Carolina Chris Paul initially went to the West Forsyth School for his high school basketball where he played on the varsity team and helped them in earning the National U-17 AAU title as a junior. During his senior year, he scored an average of 30 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 9.5 assists and was selected for the MC Donald’s All-American game.
He chose Wake forest university for his college basketball and was inducted into the Wake University Hall of Fame list. Following hir successful college career he declared for the 2005 NBA draft and was selected by the New Orleans Hornets as the 4th overall pick in the first round.
Chris Paul’s height
The 38-year-old point guard from the Washington Wizards was born on May 06, 1985, and is listed at 6 feet 0 inches (1.83 meters) tall and weighs 175 lb or 79 kg.
After being just 6 feet, the American guard has established himself as one of the leading scorers in the league. He comes among the highest-paid athletes in the world, Additionally has served as the president of the National Basketball players association from 2013-2021.
FAQs
A. The Wizard's guard has a wingspan of 7 feet 2 inches (218 cm), which helps him to take off the dribble jump shot.
A. Born on May 06, 1985, Chris Paul is a 38-year-old point guard for the Washington Wizards.
A. Chris Paul was married to longtime sweetheart Jada Paul, and together the couple has two kids, daughter Camryn who is 10 years old, and son Chris Jr. who is 14.
A. As of 2023, Chris Paul has an estimated net worth of USD 160 million.
