Chris Paul hinted at wanting to return to Los Angeles this offseason to be with his family, beginning the circulation of L.A. Lakers rumors.

Back in late 2011, just after the NBA lockout had been resolved, the Los Angeles Lakers appeared to have landed future Hall of Fame guard Chris Paul in a major trade. But that trade was blocked by then-commissioner David Stern, who was acting as the owner of the New Orleans Hornets, Paul's team at the time.

After his 20th NBA season, Chris Paul is naturally speculating about what will come next. His most recent stint, spent with the San Antonio Spurs, saw him play all 82 games at as high a level as could be expected. However, he is slowing down, and he wants to focus on things bigger than basketball.