Beal has worn No. 3 throughout his NBA career but graciously offered to give it up to Paul, who fans affectionately know as "CP3." Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank shared the news at Tuesday's teleconference call .

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Paul will be wearing his No. 3 jersey in his return to the LA Clippers. Newly acquired Bradley Beal has agreed to give Paul the number that Beal has worn his entire NBA career, according to Lawrence Frank, president of basketball operations.

Agent Mark Bartelstein from Priority Sports confirmed to ESPN on Wednesday that Beal's deal with the Clippers was for two years and $11 million. The deal includes a player option for 2026-27, potentially making him a free agent next summer.