The end of an era.
After being a key figure in the United States’ return to international dominance, first in 2008 with the ‘Redeem Team’ and in 2012, winning the gold both times, Clippers point guard Chris Paul has made the decision to retire from international play, telling Sports Illustrated’s Lee Jenkins he’s withdrawing his name from consideration for the 2016 Brazil Olympics.
After more than a decade of contribution to USA Basketball, Paul told SI.com on Monday that he is withdrawing from consideration for this summer’s Olympic team, likely ending his international career.