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Fan reaction: Most Spurs fans applaud the Spurs signing veteran guard Chris Paul

According to a report, the Spurs have inked Paul to a one-year deal.

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SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs are bringing veteran point guard Chris Paul to the roster next season.

According to a report, Paul is set to ink a one-year deal and fill the Spurs' need for a veteran point guard to pair with Victor Wembanyama and mentor the young guards on the roster, including rookie Stephon Castle and the rest of the players.

RELATED: Report: Veteran guard Chris Paul set to sign deal with Spurs

The 18-year NBA veteran averaged 9.2 points per game (the lowest of his career), 3.9 rebounds, and 6.8 assists (the second lowest) last season for Golden State and shot 37% from the three-point line.

Following the news, Spurs fans took to X to voice their opinions and the signing was mostly met with applause.

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WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 27: Chris Paul #3 of the Golden State Warriors (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

However, some fans scoffed at the signing, pointing out that Paul wasn't what they wanted at the point guard spot.

Here's a sample of how Spurs fans reacted CP3 coming to San Antonio:

Chris Paul isn’t washed the pick and roll is going to be lethal. Also he’s going to mentor the young guys and be a coach on the court is going to be beautiful to watch it’s 1 year guys relax the young guys are going to learn so much in that year.
— TAREK (@TarekTHAGreat) July 1, 2024

Love this move! Lots to learn and dude can still move the ball. Excited for Castle to pick up some tricks from him
— Zane (@Apollos243) July 1, 2024

@JeffGSpursZone we’re just talking about this situation and now it’s official! Chris Paul is a Spur. Great veteran for this group
— The Snake Sports Talk Show (@snakesports_ts) July 1, 2024

I hope Chris Paul does well with the Spurs.
— 𝔹𝕖𝕩𝕒𝕣 ℂ𝕠𝕦𝕟𝕥𝕪 𝕊𝕠𝕔𝕚𝕒𝕝 𝔸𝕡𝕡𝕒𝕣𝕖𝕝 (@BexarApparel) July 1, 2024

Everyone is talking about the benefits CP3 is going to bring to Wemby and Castle, but I’m thinking this will also accelerate Sochan’s development, which is needed. To me, Sochan had a bit of a sophomore slump, and having a guy like Paul to get him in his sweet spots will help.
— Dr. Danny Sanders (@dannysanders80) July 1, 2024

Yes CP3 helps Castle and of course will help Wemby….

But you got one of the most ELITE mid range shooters of all time teaching Vassell all the tricks too!

Sheeshhhhh 🔥
— Brandon “Big Papi” Medina (@BigPapiBrandonM) July 1, 2024

Some fans did not agree with the addition.

Spurs fans like this deal because they are hungry for a name. What has Chris Paul done over the last five years. If you want him to help the young players hire him as a coach.
— Joe Reinagel (@joereinagel210) July 1, 2024

Spurs have an interesting history of picking up washed up legends. Here’s a starting lineup of Hall of Famers who wore Silver and Black:

PG - Chris Paul (year 20)
SG - Tracy McGrady (year 16)
SF - Dominique Wilkins (year 15)
PF - Pau Gasol (year 16)
C - Moses Malone (year 21)
— Mike Jiménez (@MJAcquiredTaste) July 1, 2024

The 18-year NBA veteran averaged 9.2 points per game (the lowest of his career), 3.9 rebounds, and 6.8 assists (the second lowest) last season for Golden State and shot 37% from the three-point line.

Paul fills the Spurs' need for a veteran point guard to pair with Victor Wembanyama and mentor the young players on the roster, including rookie guard Stephon Castle. He is a multi-time All-Star and a floor general and would be able to impart his NBA knowledge to the young Spurs team.

How do you feel about Paul joining San Antonio? Let us know on X at @KENS5 and @JeffGSpursKENS5.