Chris Paul Announces Retirement; Gilbert Arenas Salutes CP3 in Vintage Adidas Jersey

NBA community celebrates the legendary point guard after emotional social media farewell

Chris Paul has officially announced his retirement from professional basketball, bringing an illustrious NBA career to a close with an emotional message shared on social media.

In his retirement post, CP3 reflected on his journey, thanked his family, teammates, coaches, and fans, and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play the game at the highest level.

Among the many tributes pouring in across the basketball world, former NBA star Gilbert Arenas took to Instagram to send a special salute to Paul. Arenas congratulated CP3 on a Hall of Fame–worthy career while proudly wearing a vintage Chris Paul Adidas jersey, symbolizing both respect and nostalgia for the early days of Paul’s rise.In his message, Arenas praised Paul’s leadership, longevity, and impact on the point guard position, crediting him as one of the most cerebral floor generals the league has ever seen.

The heartfelt gesture quickly gained traction among fans, who flooded the comments with appreciation and memories of Paul’s prime years.As reactions continue to pour in, Chris Paul’s retirement is being marked as the end of an era for one of the game’s most respected and influential guards.