NBA: Ranking the Best Players In the Pacific Divsion
By Jack Hoang
1. Chris Paul, Los Angeles Clippers
Mar 26, 2013; Dallas, TX, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavs beat the Clippers 109-102. in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Former Rookie of the Year, All-NBA, All-Star and Olympian, Chris Paul is hands down the best player in the Pacific.
Paul is the total package in terms of point guard. He can score the ball in a variety of ways, facilitate at any given time and defend fearlessly.
Throughout his eight-year careeer, Paul has led the league in steals five times and assists twice. For three consistent seasons, he averaged a double-double in points and assists peaking at 22.8 points and 11.6 assists per game. Currently, Paul is ranked first in offensive rating ahead of Reggie Miller and John Stockton.
Recently signing a five-year deal with the Clippers, Paul looks to end his career in Los Angeles. He is already considered the best player in Clipper history and can be considered a first ballot Hall of Famer.