The Clippers’ 10-1 start? He is not excited about that. His league-leading 2.9 steals per game? He’s been jumping passes his whole life. An uptick in rebounds so far this season? The ball must be naturally bouncing his way.
But when it comes to Paul’s early season shooting numbers — which, even for him, are standing out — the 31-year-old point guard may have an explanation.
“My brother sent me a text the other day saying my percentage is up because of my Lasik eye surgery,” Paul said at the Clippers’ practice facility on Wednesday.