James Harden Supports Clippers' Addition of Chris Paul for Point Guard Depth

James Harden is set to lead the Los Angeles Clippers' point guard rotation, with veteran Chris Paul joining the team in a new bench role. Despite a reportedly strained relationship during their time together in Houston, Harden has explicitly given his approval for Paul's signing, acknowledging that Paul will serve as his backup. The Clippers consulted Harden prior to the acquisition, and he welcomed the move as a way to support him and manage his minutes, especially after he played the fifth-most minutes in the league last season. Harden specifically noted Paul's exceptional floor vision, leadership, and competitiveness as reasons he would be a great fit for the team.