The 2025–26 NBA season is right around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be one filled with living legends. Fans will get to see veterans who’ve defined basketball for nearly two decades lace up once again.
If we see LeBron James is entering his astonishing 23rd season, while on the other hand Chris Paul is gearing up for his 21st. But while fans are in awe of his longevity, the internet can’t stop laughing at a lighthearted moment involving CP3’s son.
How Has Chris Paul’s Son Trolled Him?
After appearing in three preseason games for the Los Angeles Clippers, Paul took to Instagram to share a photo of himself back in a Clippers uniform.
The caption “Feels good to be back!! #KeepStackingDays” expressed how good it felt to be back, echoing his earlier comments about wanting to play close to his family during this stage of his career.
Fans flooded the post with love but one comment stole all the attention. One that didn’t come from a teammate or a celebrity fan, but from Chris Paul Jr., his son.
In the comments, Chris Paul Jr. simply dropped a GIF that read, “UNC still got it.” The internet instantly erupted. For those who might not be familiar, “UNC” is a Gen Z slang term short for “Unc,” meaning uncle. It is a playful way younger people refer to older guys who are still cool, stylish, or surprisingly athletic for their age.
Moreover, this isn’t the first time Paul has been connected to that nickname.
When Paul officially signed his one-year, $3.6 million deal with the Clippers back in July, he addressed the jokes surrounding the roster’s age during his introductory press conference. Fans had started calling the Clippers “Unc Nation,” which is a nod to the team’s collection of experienced veterans like Paul, Kawhi Leonard, and James Harden.
Paul laughed it off back then by saying, “definitely an ‘unc'” and his son’s recent cheeky comment only adds fuel to the fun.
Still, behind the jokes and memes Paul is proving that experience matters. At 40 years old, he’s embraced a new chapter of his career which is one that is defined less by stats and more by mentorship.
Through his first three preseason games, Paul has been coming off the bench. He has focused on leading the second unit and also on mentoring younger players. His averages of 8.3 points, 5.3 assists, and three rebounds in limited minutes may not jump off the page, but they surely highlight his continued mastery of playmaking and also decision-making.
For Paul it’s about setting the tone for a team blending veterans and emerging stars. As the Clippers gear up for their final preseason matchup against the Golden State Warriors on October 17, Paul’s mix of humor, humility, and leadership continues to remind fans why he’s still one of the most respected players in the league.
