Chris Paul Named Western Conference Player of the Week

Los Angeles Clippers Guard Chris Paul was named the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week for games played March 16 through March 22. Paul led the Clippers to a 4-0 week with wins against the Charlotte Hornets, Sacramento Kings, Washington Wizards and New Orleans Pelicans. Paul averaged 26.3 points, 11.3 assists and 4.7 rebounds for the week. Paul best game of the week was in a 113-99 victory against the Wizards, Paul put up 30 points, 15 assists and 6 rebounds.

Paul had 30 points and 11 assists in 116-105 win against the Kings. Paul recorded 23 points, 11 assists, 7 rebounds and 4 steals in a 107-100 win against the Pelicans. Paul posted 21 points and 8 assists in a 99-92 victory against the Hornets. Paul is currently averaging 18.8 points, 10.1 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.9 steals for the season. Paul is leading the league in assists and currently tied for fifth place in steals.

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