Veteran point guard Chris Paul tried to boost locker-room chemistry with a “culture-building” Halloween party during his stint with the Los Angeles Clippers, but only a few teammates showed up, the New York Post reported on Dec. 17, 2025.
The gathering, held around Halloween, was intended as a light-hearted opportunity for players to bond off the court. According to the report, Paul hoped the costume event would encourage stronger relationships within the roster. Instead, attendance was described as disappointingly low, highlighting the difficulty he faced in uniting the squad away from basketball.
The report did not specify which Clippers attended or give an exact headcount, but it characterized the turnout as “sad,” noting that many teammates either skipped the party or failed to respond to the invitation. No reasons for the absences were detailed.
Paul spent six seasons with the Clippers from 2011 to 2017, earning six All-Star selections and leading the club to regular-season success, though the team never advanced past the second round of the playoffs during his tenure. The Halloween story adds a glimpse into the challenges he encountered while trying to foster camaraderie in a talented yet often fragmented locker room.
Source: New York Post
