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Chris Paul discovers trade to Washington Wizards mid-flight: "In this league, anything can happen. You just figure out what's next."

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Chris Paul, a 12-time NBA All-Star guard, says he found out he was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Washington Wizards on a flight to New York for his Good Morning America appearance to promote his new book, Sixty-One.

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"I was surprised," Paul said. "I found out on a plane yesterday flying here for this. In this league, anything can happen. You just figure out what's next."

The Suns acquired Bradley Beal from the Wizards in exchange for Paul, Landry Shamet, and multiple second-round draft picks and pick swaps.

Although Paul experienced a career-low scoring average of 13.9 points in the previous season, he remained one of the most sought-after guards in the league due to his exceptional playmaking skills.

Despite his age of 38, Paul continues to chase his first NBA title and remains a valuable asset for any team.

However, the completion of the trade will take some time, as the Wizards have the opportunity to consider offers from other teams. This allows them to potentially trade Paul to a contender, enhancing his chances of competing for a championship.

Reports suggest that the Los Angeles Clippers are among the teams interested in acquiring the veteran point guard.

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