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Chris Paul Makes NBA History As Suns Beat Clippers
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Chris Paul made history on Sunday night becoming the first player in NBA history to record 20k points and 11k assists.
It was a record breaking night for Paul, as the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Clippers 112-95.
Chris Paul is the first player in @NBA history with both 20,000 points and 11,000 assists. pic.twitter.com/WZd1tk7gED
— Bally Sports Arizona (@BALLYSPORTSAZ) October 24, 2022
It’s always a big deal to play a former team, in any sport, however to make history against them is an even bigger deal.
Early on in the first quarter, Paul threw up a lob for Deandre Ayton to slam home, giving Paul his 11,000th assist in his career.
Chris Paul has joined the 11K Assist Club 🙌
🏀 John Stockton: 15,806
🏀 Jason Kidd: 12,091
🏀 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔 𝑷𝒂𝒖𝒍: 11,009 pic.twitter.com/x683tiWF4H— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) October 24, 2022
Paul had his say on the record breaking game.
“I honestly had no clue until I checked out of the game,” Paul said when asked when he was informed of his historic achievement.
“I’ve been fortunate to play for a while now, with a lot of great shooters, great shooters in general,” Paul then mentioned a couple of names such as David West, Peja Stojakovic, and Devin Booker. “I’m privileged.”