The Milwaukee Bucks have emerged as a potential suitor for veteran point guard Chris Paul, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.
Speaking on NBA TV, Haynes reported that Milwaukee has “registered interest” in Paul, although the 40-year-old is reportedly prioritizing a destination closer to home. The Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns are also in the mix.
The Bucks’ interest comes amid a transformative offseason in Milwaukee. After waiving Damian Lillard and acquiring center Myles Turner, the franchise appears committed to reshaping its roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Paul, who spent the 2024–25 season with the San Antonio Spurs, appeared in all 82 games while averaging 8.8 points and 7.4 assists per game. His consistent availability and playmaking ability remain attractive to contenders despite his age.
A move to Milwaukee would add one of the NBA’s most accomplished floor generals to a team that finished 48–34 and placed fifth in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks’ early playoff exit intensified pressure to surround Antetokounmpo with more dependable veterans.
Paul’s career resume includes 12 All-Star selections, four assist titles, and a historic 2024–25 season in which he became the first player to post 23,000 points and 12,000 assists. He also became the oldest player to start all 82 games in a season, surpassing John Stockton’s record.
Milwaukee, in need of a reliable lead guard following Lillard’s departure, could benefit from Paul’s experience and ball security. His career assist-to-turnover ratio ranks among the best in league history.
Still, geographic preference could be a deciding factor. Paul is known to favor West Coast destinations, and his ties to Phoenix and Los Angeles remain strong. Both the Suns and Clippers are reportedly monitoring his situation closely.
Paul signed a one-year deal with San Antonio last July, prioritizing playing time over title contention. That decision now opens the door for a possible late-career move to a contender seeking stability at the point.
