For most of NBA history, a series of signings like this would be business as usual for a win-now team built around a 34-year-old wing (Kawhi Leonard) and a primary playmaker who will turn 36 before ...

His size, weight (242 pounds) and youth (22) are all part of the package the Clippers like. “We think there’s plenty of upside,” Clippers general manager Trent Redden said.

Chris Paul of the Los Angeles Clippers motions to his teammates during a 111-80 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center on Nov. 9, 2016, in Los Angeles.