Chris Paul’s return to the Los Angeles Clippers has ended abruptly. The team parted ways with him in a late-night meeting in Atlanta. Clippers basketball operations president Lawrence Frank announced the decision, which he made on Sunday. Frank denied rumors of a clash between Paul and coach Tyronn Lue, saying the decision had multiple layers. Paul announced the news on social media early Wednesday. The Clippers, who were 5-16 before a win in Atlanta, are not blaming Paul for their performance.

