Chris Paul Staying Put in New Orleans

Just when you thought Lebron James, “The Decision” was over; now rumors are speculating that it’s still having ripple effects on other NBA players as well, including New Orleans Hornets Guard, Chris Paul.

Just a few days after Lebron James’ public decision to sign with the Miami Heat, Chris Paul fired his agent and hired Leon Rose, who is coincidently also Lebron James’ agent. Once Paul hired Rose, rumors surfaced that Paul wanted a trade, even though he has two more years remaining with the New Orleans Hornets. As you can imagine the Hornets, just like the Cavaliers, would be rattled if the face of their franchise departed. This is why the Hornets held an emergency meeting with Paul on Monday to discuss their future.

New Orleans Hornets Betting Odds

With Paul staying put, the New Orleans Hornets are currently favored at 40/1 betting odds to win the NBA Finals next season. Unfortunately the only way Paul will stay in New Orleans is if the ownership brings talented players to him that can help Paul win on any given night. Whether the Hornets go through with their promise to Paul of bringing in talented players to play with him remains to be unseen. We’ll find out soon enough though!