James Harden and Chris Paul are back together. Paul's return to the Los Angeles Clippers also marked a reunion with Harden, his former Houston Rockets co-star. They played together in Houston for two years,

The Clippers and Lakers emerged as candidates to sign Paul when he made it clear he wished to play the final stages of his career close to his family, which still resides in Los Angeles. He now has the opportunity to do so, even if it comes with a playing time cut.

The Los Angeles Clippers' signing of veteran guard Chris Paul on Monday reportedly came after All-Star James Harden gave his stamp of approval.