The nice gesture of Bradley Beal towards Chris Paul and the step forward of Bronny James in the Summer League

The Los Angeles Clippers have signed two illustrious veterans this summer: Chris Paul and Bradley Beal, both known for wearing the number 3 throughout their careers. However, there will be no jersey number dispute in the Los Angeles locker room, as reported by Jay Dieffenbach (The Arizona Republic).

In what could be the final season of his career, Paul will keep his iconic number along with the nickname "CP3". "As soon as Brad found out there was a possibility that Chris was coming, he said, 'I want to give him my number'... and I don't think Chris even knows yet," revealed Lawrence Frank, president of basketball operations for the Clippers, in a press conference. "It was an incredible gesture from Brad. He is a great guy and an exemplary teammate. He knows perfectly well what that number means to Chris. That's why he's CP3."

Paul previously wore that number during his first stint with the Clippers from 2011 to 2017, during which he was a regular All-Star. According to Frank, Beal has not yet decided what number he will wear this season.

More news from the Pacific Division:

LeBron and the new Doncic era, tension simmering in the Lakers

In a recent exchange at Threads with journalist Colin Cowherd, Brian Windhorst (ESPN) talked about the tense transition LeBron James is experiencing within the Lakers following the arrival of Luka Dončić.

"A lot has changed for LeBron in the past year," wrote Windhorst. "A year ago, the Lakers offered him a mult-year contract with a player option, drafted Bronny, and guaranteed him a long-term deal, and LeBron even considered waiving salary to attract free agents. Now Luka is the center of the project, surprising and tensing the environment. Everyone is adapting to live with this new reality, unfolding in real time and partly in public."

Nevertheless, James' agent, Rich Paul (Klutch Sports), clarified during the Summer League that LeBron has not requested a trade.

Bronny James shines in the Summer League

According to Khobi Price (The Orange County Register), the most positive development for the Lakers in the Summer League has been Bronny James. He averaged 14.2 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.8 rebounds in Las Vegas, showing more confidence attacking opponents' defenses than the previous year. However, his three-point percentage (29.6%) remains low, and he still needs more defensive consistency, notes Price.

Nique Clifford shares his feelings after the Summer League

The first-round rookie of the Kings, Nique Clifford, spoke with Sean Cunningham (KCRA News) about his debut in the Summer League and his expectations for the upcoming season.

Suns claim Jordan Goodwin

The Phoenix Suns have acquired Jordan Goodwin, a former Lakers player, after claiming him off waivers this Monday. According to John Gambadoro (Arizona Sports 98.7), they were aware that at least one other team was also planning to claim him, so they were not entirely sure if they would be able to secure his services. The waiver priority order is based on the previous season's record, starting with the teams with the worst record.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El bonito gesto de Bradley Beal con Chris Paul y el paso adelante de Bronny James en la Summer League