NBA insider Marc Stein reports that a homecoming for Paul, a native of North Carolina, likely isn't in the cards.

Chris Paul was released by the Clippers less than two weeks after confirming he would retire after the season, and the parting was not mutual.

Chris Paul has laid a foundation to ensure he’s financially secure when he officially retires from the NBA. Spotrac notes that Chris Paul was drafted to the league in 2005 by the New Orleans Hornets and has earned around $400.9 million in career earnings.

TThe LA Clippers reportedly have three options to consider regarding Chris Paul after sending the legendary point guard home on Tuesday night.

Paul confirmed the move on an Instagram Story, saying the team had sent him home from Atlanta — where the Clippers were to play the Hawks Wednesday night — back to Los Angeles. Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank confirmed the move to ESPN.

Amid the recent shakeup for the Los Angeles Clippers following Wednesday's announcement that they're parting ways with veteran point guard Chris Paul, things reportedly are more stable in their front office.

Chris Paul signed with the Los Angeles Clippers in July on a minimum contract. He knew he wouldn't be starting, and they made no guarantees when it came to playing time. At 40 years old, heading into his 21st NBA season, he just wanted to wear a Clippers uniform again and be with his family.

Kendrick Perkins suggested that Chris Paul’s actions disrupted the team’s chemistry at a time when stability was already hard to find.

After parting ways with the Los Angeles Clippers, veteran point guard Chris Paul could have the chance to remain in Hollywood, but he would have to wait a while.

Multiple contending NBA teams already have interest in trading for Chris Paul after he was sent home by the Los Angeles Clippers.