Isaiah Thomas facing pushback on Chris Paul-Spurs take
· Yahoo Sports
Isaiah Thomas sparked debates online with his big claim on Sunday. The two-time All-Star guard said that the San Antonio Spurs would’ve won the NBA championship if they still had Chris Paul.
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“The Point God” signed a one-year, $11 million deal with the Spurs in 2024. However, Paul agreed to terms to return to the Los Angeles Clippers the following year for the final season of his career. San Antonio reached the Finals this past season but lost to the New York Knicks in five games.
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““I believe if they had Chris Paul on this roster, they would’ve won the finals,” Thomas said on the “Point Game Pod.” “His experience and who he is would’ve helped De’Aaron Fox, (Stephon) Castle, (Dylan) Harper.”
The 37-year-old received backlash from fans for his take.
“Are we sure? Because okc would’ve picked on cp3 on defense,” one fan said.
“The thing is if you have Chris Paul on your roster you’re actually guaranteed to not win a ring,” a reaction read.
“I don’t think Thomas watched Knicks-Spur games over the years. It didn’t work out; he’s not in a Spurs jersey for a reason,” one user wrote.
“The hypotheticals are hilarious,” posted another.
“Coulda woulda shoulda. Knicks in 5,” a comment read.
“I doubt it. But the crazy we willl never know now will we?” another fan commented.
Sep 7, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Cleveland Cavaliers player Isaiah Thomas talks to the media as general manager Koby Altman listens during a press conference at Cleveland Clinics Courts. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn ImagesIsaiah Thomas and Chris Paul’s NBA careers
Thomas was relatively unknown when he entered the 2011 NBA Draft. The Sacramento Kings selected him at No. 60, but he defeated the odds and made the final roster. The 5-foot-9 guard earned a spot on the All-Rookie second-team and received two All-Star selections. He has since bounced around the league and last played in the NBA in 2024.
Meanwhile, Paul established himself as one of the best floor generals in league history. Fans and analysts praised him throughout his career for his leadership and basketball IQ. He is a 12-time All-Star, 11-time All-NBA selection, and seven-time All-Defensive team member. The league also named Paul to its 75th anniversary team.