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Nov 15, 2019; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (25) guards as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Paul (3) drives to the basket during the second half at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Oklahoma City won in overtime 127-119. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 15, 2019; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (25) guards as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Paul (3) drives to the basket during the second half at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Oklahoma City won in overtime 127-119. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
After the Suns’ humiliating loss against the Dallas Mavericks, the team and their management have come under huge fire. A player popping up on debates recently is Chris Paul. The ‘Point God’ is facing the media’s wrath for his defensive contribution during the loss.
Interestingly enough, the Minnesota Timberwolves star Patrick Beverley has joined the long list of people slandering CP3. Talking on ESPN, Beverly bashed Paul and asked everyone to give him the same treatment the NBA world gave Ben Simmons.
There is no denying Chris Paul is one of the greatest players in the past decade. Thanks to his playmaking abilities and skills like no other, he has been announced as an NBA 75 player.
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Jan 28, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) reacts against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
However, this season has not been kind for CP3. Despite having the best record in the regular season, the Phoenix Suns exited the playoffs in a humiliating fashion.
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Despite losing the first two games, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks pulled off a stunning comeback. This series loss means it is the 17th season without a ring for the legendary CP3.
Joining the long list of people slandering Paul, Minnesota Timberwolves star Patrick Beverley gave his thoughts regarding him. He called on everyone to give Paul the same treatment the NBA world has given to Ben Simmons.
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Talking on ESPN, he said, “CP can?t guard anybody man. Everybody in the NBA know that. You know those cones in the summer that you dribble around?”
Pat Bev on @GetUpESPN: "CP can’t guard anybody man. Everybody in the NBA know that. You know those cones in the summer that you dribble around? What does the cone do? Nothing. He’s a cone… It’s just that y’all don't want to accept that. Give him the Ben Simmons slander."
— Jenna Lemoncelli (@jennalemoncelli) May 16, 2022
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He added, “What does the cone do? Nothing. He?s a cone… It?s just that y?all don’t want to accept that. Give him the Ben Simmons slander.”
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Ben Simmons of the Brooklyn Nets has been the talking point of the NBA this year. With his issues with the Philadelphia 76ers, fans and analysts alike bashed him mercilessly.
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After the latest loss against the Mavs, Paul’s choking record in the playoffs is coming to light. In case you are wondering, this is the fifth time CP3 has blown a 2-0 lead. This is one of the biggest reasons why his playoff performances have come under scrutiny.
