Chris Paul on Teammates, Titles, Kobe, Legacy, Parenting & Sixty-One Tribute to Grandpa | The Pivot

[@S.walkerRanger]

Can we speak on how good RC is as a podcast host? Bruh almost making me forget he use to take heads off on the field.

[@eddiebrown-wd6bt]

The man is a true natraul. In the future, he will be the one.

[@aholiday1681]

Facts bro cause that segue from what Fred said was pure gold bro

[@datsapaddlin]

When I first saw him on ESPN I was like this guys to good for ESPN 😂. He don’t have to yell and run with narratives to get shine.

[@IntrospectiveFather]

Way better than Brandon Marshall that’s a fuckin fact.

[@ztandaman2135]

Literally use to be catching bodies fr

[@Grubestie1256]

These guys really do have good chemistry. They know how to complement each other. They make the guest feel at home.

[@katrinathomas5531]

Amazing guys

[@mauriceelmore5394]

I totally agree; Fred is Mr. Serious, Channing is the comedy relief and Ryan is the complete balance of both. Great show!

[@nakho3550]

How do you know the guess feels at home?

[@nkengejackson8741]

😂❤😂Lmao The Lmao 🎉🎉🎉🎉enjoy r🎉🎉🎉🎉rret😂🎉🎉yet wee😂w

[@brucebynum1557]

@@katrinathomas5531 w as

[@bwuiis]

Can feel the emotion is CP’s voice. Has me choking up

[@nicholascartia]

He always sounds like that

[@terrancechisolm4090]

Same

[@bwuiis]

@@nicholascartia I haven’t seen much of his interviews but I swore it sounded like his voice was cracking. Especially with the subject

[@queenp3087]

​@@bwuiis what subject?

[@skiiii4444]

Carolina accent

[@kennethyoung4892]

I have tremendous respect for Chris Paul

[@jasontorres8449]

nobody cares

[@D_A_Marv]

​​@Jason Torres, clearly, you do because you commented, duh 🙄

[@anthonypena2990]

Hes def one of my favorite players of oir generation, because I KNOW THE SKILL HE HAD AND THE SCORING AND ALL THE THINGS HE COULDVE DONE, BUT HES A TEAM PLAYER AND A LEADER, HE COULDVE AVERAGED 30 BUT HED RATHER AVERAGE 20 AND 10. HE WAS MY FAVORITE PLAYER WHEN HE GOT DRAFTED BECAUSE HE WAS MY FAVORITE PLAYER IN COLLEGE AND WAS ALONG WITH DWADE UNTIL STEPH CURRY CAME ON THE SCENE AND I STARTED WATCHING HIM COME UP THRU HS AND THEN COLLEGE AND GET DRAFTED AND LOOK AT ALL HES DONE NOW AND CHANGED THE GAME FROM A GUARD STANDPOINT AND THE WHOLE WAY THE GAME IS NOW PLAYED BECAUSE OF STEPH CURRY, U CAN SAY HE CHANGED THE GAME LITERALLY MORE THEN LEBRON JAMES, AND HAS THE SAME AMOUNT OF RINGS!!! AND HAS PLAYED MULTIPLE YEARS LESS.. AND STEPH AINT LEAVE HIS TEAM TO CHASE ANYTHING, EVERYONE WANTED TO COME TO HIM!!! STEPH MY BOY AND HE OR CP3 DONT GET ENOUGH RESPECT AND IT PISSES ME OFF

[@yezzerskii3166]

He blew he’s chance to win a chip😂 dudes a loser

[@chacesimpson2856]

so nice to see such intelligent black men,LOVE FROM YOUR AFRICAN BROTHERS HERE IN SIERRA LEONE

[@kcwatts]

The Pivot deserves an Emmy, I truly loved this interview, as a Laker fan I was pissed when the trade didn't happen, but I am happy to hear some of the story behind it. CP3 is a true baller, love him even more

[@CarmeloFan1000]

Ryan Clark just one won !!

[@domj9446]

RC precision on the Pivot for the intro is on a Elite level of PodStar

[@MultiPowerGLove]

The way he flipped that shit!!! In his bag

[@1DeepOutdoors]

There should be a PT.2 to this. I feel like CP has soo much more to say

[@jasonneal3675]

😊😊

[@MoniqueWhite504]

No lie, I was thinking the same. CP3 got a looooong ass resume! Folks be overlooking him like he ain’t that dude. He’s definitely HOF worthy

[@malikdageek1501]

Playing football probably explains why his ACL hurts every playoffs he a great 3-pointers

[@glennm1821]

INDUBITABLY 🙏🏾🙌🏾💪🏾

[@belindalindsey7056]

I love the respect he has for his family and how well he speaks of his wife. Great interview.

[@stevedavis1357]

This actually needed a part 2, I could tell there was so much more y’all could have got into but didn’t have time. Good interview though 🫡👍🏾

[@BodyByRich]

They can go for 3 hrs. . Dunno why they don't go longer when it's really good

[@AwakeningEmpress]

Same 💯 I felt CP wanted to go deeper

[@mikelarry2245]

Facts! He deserve a mini series.. this was great and we needed more when they ended the show it was disappointing to. Me... no matter what CP3 is a 🐐 on all the levels on court and off 💯💯💯💯💯

[@OfficialAD985]

I have always respected Chris for his game. But I have tremendous respect for him now! Great Show!!

[@sterlzz30]

If his body could hold by playoff time, he’d have a ring by now. One of the greatest PGs to ever do it though. 🔥

[@tuollordone]

The Pivot has done it again! CP-3 in the house!!!!

[@richardmatthews2807]

Nahh if The nba didn’t veto that trade Kobe would have 6 rings and Cp would have 1

[@jonyboi21]

@@richardmatthews2807more than 6 think of it as they’d still be competing today

[@richardmatthews2807]

@@jonyboi21 they wouldn’t be competing today I don’t believe they would’ve beaten LBJ Miami after 2011

[@jonyboi21]

@@richardmatthews2807 Chris Paul who willed his clippers teams to a top seed in the west and Kobe Bryant what???? They’re beating tf outta the heat…the what barely beat a good spurs team both Kobe and cp3 beat them at least 2x in their career alone…

[@algill5079]

B marsh gotta be punching the air with these latest episodes. Snoop. The Rock. Chris Paul. Is a crazy lineup of guests

[@mikemeansbizness]

Bro people can enjoy both podcasts without constant comparison, stop with the toxic shit.

[@vggaming6920]

@@mikemeansbizness he ain’t wrong tho. That podcast is hot ass. That dude just wants to talk to himself

[@BRAWLIC215]

Pacman ia now on mcafee.. ocho being a dad.. shady on fs1 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@algill5079]

@@mikemeansbizness if you actually watched both podcasts you would’ve seen IAA interview Joe Budden and B marsh and Pac-Man said they feel it’s a competition too. They want to be better because it’s natural as athletes to compete. I never said anything negative about one show

[@algill5079]

@@BRAWLIC215 and this means what?

[@yohearmeoutpodcast]

0:00 Greetings + Catching Up 1:59 Discussion about fatherhood and your kids watching you play 4:56 Would you let your kids play football now? 6:16 Flopping in basketball + the physicality of the sport 7:59 Intro theme to the podcast 8:30 Offical interview starts 10:11 CP3 talks about his Grandfather passing and the impact it had on him 13:23 CP3's 61 point game 16:53 How come Chris doesn't score more, even though he is capable? 19:08 How did your upbrining influence who you are today? 22:53 Chris' love for HBCUs 27:16 Why CP3 went back to school to finish his degree 29:09 How difficult is it to come close to winning, but to come up short? 33:39 What if CP3 went to the Lakers in 2011? 36:10 Did Chris want to leave New Orleans? 40:59 Experience playing in the Olympics with Team USA + Kobe memories 44:04 Gilbert Arenas funny Team USA story 45:29 What does it take to have a successful team? 48:43 How has CP3 dealt with playing on different teams during his career? 52:32 Do you think your strong personality has rubbed people/teams the wrong way? 56:21 Would you ever get into coaching or ownership in the NBA? 1:00:30 Leadership and challenges during the NBA bubble 1:05:03 What has been your biggest pivot in life? 1:07:48 Story about being on the banana boat with Lebron and Dwade 1:08:58 Closing thoughts *If you appreciated this, consider giving me a like or a sub!*

[@rebeccajenkins-mccalpin9062]

I’ve watched every episode of The Pivot since its creation. I’m so excited about what these guys have for us today! Elevation is alive 🎉

[@D_A_Marv]

I'm right beside you from day one also

[@lakesia7827]

Me too❤️

[@lordbeerus6182]

Damn u a real fan fan

[@mickelmagana1161]

We are all brothers and sister s🙏

[@gentillygangr3516]

Thank you for everything you did for New Orleans, you still get a lot of love from us that know what you did for the city off the court.

[@btalbert83]

Facts! I wish hometeam would’ve kept him

[@Davtrice0511]

Yes. I still have my yellow blinged-out chris paul jersey. I wish he could've signed it before he left. I have always loved him! - Ms. Pat

[@mrbucketzzzzz]

Absolutely always have love for you in the N.O. CP3

[@CelticsTheGreen9]

Nobody knows what he did for this city in 2005 off the court 2008 on the court

[@iamthejpshow]

RC is a master at narrating these interviews. Great interview fellas.

[@calvinnichols3716]

Gentlemen, you are knocking it out the park with these interviews. I hope you all win Emmy’s for your content. 👌🏾♦️

[@vespa731]

This is a side of Chris Paul I've never seen before. We tend to see the negative stuff, on how challenging of a teammate he is, etc. but the Pivot helps us see the human side of Chris. How he is in person during this interview is a lot different than how he's perceived on the basketball court. Great interview, fellas!

[@kendalllodman]

RC is a masterclass interviewer! That Emmy was well deserved!

[@k.smith808]

I pray y’all brothers stay close and that this channel and podcast last for many years to come. Bless ✊🏾

[@gyoung09]

Loved this. CP a legend, on and off the court. ... Don't leave your egos at the door, bring them in with you, that's what makes y'all great. Wow. 👏

[@natashasimmons642]

Aww man...Chris Paul, Chris Paul...what a man and a leader...loved the interview!! ❤❤

[@mattroberts2411]

Never was a fan of CP3 until now. This man...is a man to emulate. His passion, strength, and humanity are inspiring. Thanks to The Pivot for sharing this side of him!

[@kynix3532]

Awesome episode with Chris Paul aka CP3 aka The Point God!!!! Top 5 PGs all time without question...Salute to another great one!

[@darrenbootay3340]

I’d put rondo over him CP3 is all good but rondo does more with other players

[@DaddyLondon]

Negative

[@kynix3532]

To each's own for sure and I respect that, but I wouldn't put Rondo over Nash or even Kidd. IJS

[@Dipset415]

Magic isiah Steph Gary j Kidd him and Kevin Johnson need to have a talk💯💪🏿

[@johnhardy7764]

@@darrenbootay3340 rondo? Mane hell nah 😂 check the stats

[@oasisfullfilled7617]

Him talking about being a Dad by bringing his son to court while he was playing, touch me. He right, he was being a father

[@SalemGurl8701]

He’s not the only one who does that or the first

[@ShyGuy_2008]

@@SalemGurl8701he started that. That’s why Duece has the privilege of being court side because Chris paved the way.

[@enajrr]

Glad I saw this. Chris Paul is now my FAVORITE basketball player. Saw his dad talk about parenting to Ja Morant's dad. Lots to learn. Chris has special family.

[@yacoubatshan11]

Favorite player favorite podcast what a time to be alive

[@Damari90]

Rookie of the year 06 Chris Paul shit

[@skyhigh5204]

one of the most hated players in the league

[@stevendavis1691]

Chris took me back by reflecting on his grandfather and father and the importance of their roles in his maturity and character. I can relate

[@CharlieBuccets]

Im not a huge CP3 fan but the Warriors gotta get this man a ring

[@Tacconi757]

Growing up, probably 9/10 best friends and I didn’t even know our fathers. I wonder what would be different in our lives had we had fathers in our lives. What I do know is that every one of us are great fathers today. I feel like my generation suffered but it created so many great fathers.

[@Avmuhammad64]

👊🏾💪🏾

[@miked853]

I remember when his grandfather passed. A lot of people including my family had a lot respect for him and called him a friend. Glad CP has become the man he is, he comes from a good stock. You’ve held it down for the tre

[@MrDaffysci]

I just got through the intro and I already know this is going to be a great episode.

[@aholiday1681]

Rushing home to watch it on my tv instead of my phone for once 😂

[@jendariungreer9299]

I ain’t never think to watch them on the TV🤣

[@justanotherguy23432]

we in the same boat fam😂😂

[@thereal3801]

Zesty comment

[@justme8233]

😂😂😂

[@terronhill9185]

@@jendariungreer9299 NEVER… but I will now! 😂

[@robertclayton4769]

I love love love the Pivot. I was watching when two of you were with IAA. I think this is much better. I'm writing to say I watched this podcast and it was so warm and inspiring. I am a nearly 59yr old BF and I try to watch all your podcasts. I have a celeb crush on RC. He is so humble and decent. Its hard to imagine him aggressive as players need to be to play the sport. Back to the Chris Paul thing. To RC and CP: you dont know how deeply your life experiences have touched me as a mother of two BM in their 20's. Your decency, integrity, vulnerability and transparency as men, fathers, husbands, sons, etc means there is hope for all our men. Your faith in God. Your audience isnt just men or athletes. I am a faithful viewer and I appreciate what you all are putting out into the world. I wish the man I love were like you all. I've been engaged to him 2.5 years but leaving him tomorrow. I have to just walk away. Seeing you all only confirms for me that there is a better man out there waiting for a lady just like me to love, support, respect and honor him while we watch Pivot together. I wish you all would do a few more shows on the abusive men; mentally, emotionally unavailable men we spend our lives supporting in hopes of their transformation to better men. 'robert clayton' is not my name....its my daddy's name. I use it to keep him on my mind and to honor him. Keep blessing us. J

[@gsincs]

Jeez...this interview could have went on for days. Someone like Chris knows so much shit this could have been endless. Needs to be a part 2 3 4

[@ldturner]

CP will do a tell all once he retires. He’s smart enough to not tell where the bodies are buried while he’s looking for a contract.

[@Cjordanstudios]

CP3 is such a class act!! Winston Salem representing!!!

[@shontaykimmins3113]

I love that we get to hear from the athlete. Seeing Chris this way made me understand him better. Another great show fellas! 👏🏽

[@brandonrobinson4138]

Another banger, phenomenal interview and glad cp3 opened up and showed us the other side of him. 💪🏾💪🏾

[@Boywonderz_]

A true competitor. A true dog. A legend. Cp3 deserves a ring more than anyone else in the NBA right now.

[@rob19ny]

He deserves a ring for intentionally hitting players in the nuts since college? You are wrong.

[@Boywonderz_]

@@rob19ny cry

[@rob19ny]

@@Boywonderz_ Trade.

[@Boywonderz_]

@@rob19ny wtf does a trade have to do with my original comment

[@rob19ny]

@@Boywonderz_ You wanted to be a clown and say "cry". I waited for karma to get your clown a ss. Now Child P*rn 3 getting traded because its what he deserves for all the nuts he's punched. Clown.

[@crawfordfamily89]

Great episode as always! Love CP even more now.

[@jazzyb5225]

I remember watching this young man in high school when he scored that 61pts.

[@bigdrank23]

Against Parkland

[@rob19ny]

Do you remember watching him intentionally hit players in the nuts since college?

[@SalemGurl8701]

@@rob19ny that f$&&& part!!!

[@SalemGurl8701]

Or why he transferred to West from Reynolds bc he wasn’t shining like that….

[@ninonrhome5043]

There is no doubt of CP3's love for his family, close friends, and his acumen for the game of basketball. His leadership will be missed when Chris retires from the game. He is a living legend. Another excellent interview, Pivot.❤

[@mooodybluez]

POINT GOOOOOOD I have been waiting for somebody outside of JJ to get CP for an interview

[@murktee]

RC is the most professional interviewer. 5 stars from me and I sell life insurance I know about this

[@erichayes8011]

No matter who they have on the show (even if I don't know them) I always end up appreciating the guest a little more! Love the show!

[@cyrils2692]

Being a Father has truly been my greatest job in my 54 years on earth.

[@rachelalabi6890]

This was just GREAT! Always loved CP as a player and man. Love him even more now. Amazing interview.

[@OptimisticKTV]

I really love the backstory and how we got to know CP3 just a little bit more. I loved this episode.

[@336legend6]

Great episode. Salute to Cp3. Definitely a Piedmont Triad legend.

[@poeboy7726]

The Pivot Another one CP3 keep doing what you guys are doing Blessings the Gems an the Message is incredible..

[@michaelbazemore6691]

Great interview and great inside into Chris Paul. Great job!!!

[@MsJanetWood]

I started "watching" (listening) to your podcast after your interview with Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson. I do not know anything about sports! ZERO. But it is interesting how life lessons transcend all boundaries. We could all learn from these podcasts! Congratulations! I really enjoy listening to y'all! ⭐🌟⭐🌟✨

[@TishJam]

I love CP man. Will forever be my favorite player no matter what!

[@tashied422]

I know thats right

[@quannthagreat]

Honestly just being tuned in since they where over on IAA, I’m glad things went the way they did with IAA and Brandon cause we would’ve never got this side of these Guys. Man I love and respect these guys as if they were my own family. Major shoutout to Fred, Chann and RC this

[@annalittle577]

Impressive Pivot episode. I have even more respect for Chris Paul. I gotta say, he had a FANTASTIC, AMAZINGLY Intelligent grandfather and his dad too! Excellent job guys!💯 🔥!

[@LegalCowboy513]

Best sports show period and so much deeper than sports.

[@dspedden23]

Been my fav PG since 08

[@shantrelllewis3171]

This was a great interview and just solidified for me, that CP is who he appears to be and that's a good dude. I hope he gets a chip before he retires!

[@aaronhall7862]

CP3... one of the greatest point guards to play. Love the fact that he loves to facilitate so much he'd give up the shot for a teammate . True PG 💪🏾💪🏾

[@MoeDavinci]

How do people not like this guy? Seems like a real one to me. Always been a top 5 favorite for me too. Ring or not, a lifetime achievement award (HOF) will fit him well.

[@88infinity20]

he used to flop and whine a lot.

[@ldturner]

@@88infinity20I’m not coming at you but you and others need to get over that. The NBA is so competitive and hard to win games players have developed a level of gamesmanship to get calls.

[@ijesssparkle]

This is the first interview I’ve watched of CP3.. just a genuine good guy🔥🔥

[@mekk96]

Should watch the ones he has with jj redick, its a good watch

[@kaydee6276]

As always, I enjoyed this episode of The Pivot Podcast but this one means so much because I'm a New Orleanian who will always love Chris Paul and his family. Although there are many reasons for my feelings toward Paul and his family, these are the primary three: 1) he always gave his best for Hornets/Pelicans fans; 2) he treated my niece - who is currently 18 yo - and her kindergarten classmates to a Target shopping spree - which she remembers to this day and 3) when he left the city, he showed his gratitude by leaving a few "Thank You" billboards around the city. The third reason made me cry...seriously, I was riding on I-10, the day after the announcement was made of his leaving the city, and looked up and saw his "Thank You" sign; burst into tears....real talk!

[@maimericks80]

Beautiful conversation! Chris Paul is a great player and seems to be an excellent family man ❤❤❤❤

[@patricklary81]

I had the privilege to do some of the work on chris' house in Lewisville nc. The builer, johnny williford was a long time employer of the trim company i worked for. Mr. Williford builds some of the most beautiful homes in the area. I was told for almost 5 years we would be trimming his house out and i was so excited at the possibility to meet chris, as he has always been one of my favorite players. You always pull for the home town hero. Unfortunately i never got to meet him. I also did dome work on his grandmothers home by Winston Salem state, years before working on his home. I hope chris gets a ring before he hangs em up.

[@iVibeBruh]

7:17 mans said when you had to do *6 inches* and i just had flash backs and now my abs are sore. pop warner was that pressure lmao

[@jenniferhart7739]

RC is a natural born TV/Podcast host. He’s definitely blessed with multiple talents, but also puts so much work in. A man like him deserves all the props!! Well done King.

[@CfeIIo]

this is a top 5 episode you guys have done. Man this was amazing

[@cestmoi5702]

What an honorable man Chris Paul is. Deep respect and gratitude for him.

[@tamikorush9915]

I was on the phone with my daughter and told her I have to go the Pivot is coming on!!

[@sharesecombs3931]

My 14yr old knows not to interrupt me when I'm watching😂😂

[@shannonlewis754]

Man y’all done got my favorite player CP3 on the show!! Great interview fellas!! There is no podcast like the PIVOT!

[@makingthewalk]

Amazing show as usual... Yall always have a knack for humanizing public figures who the media paint a different picture of. CP3 is just a good dude

[@coldchilln]

We appreciate you Chris Paul for clearing that up for Louisiana. 💯

[@jarvaroushill2714]

CP3 one of the reasons I started watching college bball, I was only like 13 or so when he was at Wake lol but he was one of the few college PGs I remember watching control a game and get to any spot he wanted to.

[@jmoney4220]

Most underrated player in NBA history. Most Skilled player ever. Top 15 player ever.

[@CutbyZb]

The best podcast out there ! I’m an ex- college football player and I’ve watched almost every episode and the lessons you guys teach reach the young guys for sure !

[@ericblackmon1167]

so cool be here a min before it starts and you had no idea it was happening

[@erikajordan2718]

Great interview. CP has a lot of wisdom. "Completion"

[@Hitemup_NY-NJ]

CP3 is a good humble dude man. 💯

[@BrittanyWeatherly]

This interview just makes me have more respect for CP! I love this podcast!

[@JTAronesty]

man was holding the hell out of that smile when RC read his accolades

[@geralddavis3119]

I never post but had to this time. This was a great episode. I grew up in the south and could relate to Chris Paul. The Pivot is my got for Podcasts.

[@feebabyblue]

Loved this episode Chris is an amazing human being

[@carmellabrown3335]

Yet another great interview. I love that he speaks on his positive upbringing. When are person is not easily malleable, swayed, or manipulated "they" always consider you a problem, which is rarely the case.

[@TheBookOfSammy]

Can’t wait for this one.

[@chandrasouthern3299]

CP3 WSSU REPRESENT I ❤ WATCHING THE PIVOT. You allow your guess to talk and we learn so much about them. You make them feel so comfortable to just relax and be themselves. Keep up the great work and Congratulations RC on your award.

[@ivorygorman1691]

This should be another great one.

[@deangeloharris55]

Awesome episode, never been a fan of Chris Paul but after watching this podcast. I have gained a nice amount of respect for him

[@kidrageprod]

Never thought I’d see the day, my favorite show & my favorite player. Excited for this one

[@DadNeedsToTalk]

As a dad myself, I always appreciate hearing the conversations about fatherhood and family.

[@cfloyd28]

THE PIVOT ALWAYS HAS 🔥 CONTENT.

[@mikeberb]

Haha damn I was hella invested in the beginning that I ain’t even know the intro ain’t drop 😂 hell of a opening lol

[@tryaneirolbeltran1638]

Keep it up UP!!!!! you guys are rollin

[@rodriquezthomas2479]

These the stories that make you see the athlete beyond just a celebrity or superstar. It’s very humbling to see guys share their passion and stories..

[@Meech3124]

Chris Paul is one of the greatest point guards ever no matter what whoever say 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@iceman71625]

"A tragedy is a tragedy no matter how it happens".... Some are worse than others but we loose a loved one.. blessings ❤️🙏

[@devinbell4949]

One of the best leaders ever in sports. Shoutout to cp3

[@willybaebi7544]

The best Sports Podcast crew on the planet. The personalities fit and create a real championship team.

[@Rob2ctboii]

Man this episode 🔥🔥🔥 RC Channing & Fred T the perfect Balance

[@TheBlack_Kal-el]

Another amazing episode. The crew getting better and better every show

[@amason8636]

Being from Houston, I was extremely upset that they let CP go ( I wanted them to get rid of Harden)! He’s seems to be a man of strong character and I hv followed his career. Great Great Interview.

[@Saran-13]

I fuck with CP hard but you wrong about the harden bit

[@amason8636]

@@Saran-13 you are entitled to YOUR opinion.