Chris Paul would go to the Warriors and Jordan Poole to the Wizards in a blockbuster trade that was just revealed by the Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards last week.

The Warriors’ sharpshooter, CP3, was interviewed by Anthony Slater of The Athletic regarding his addition to the team. “Anytime you get to play with a player who is one of the best of your generation, it’s an honor,” said Klay Thompson, who spearheaded the discussion regarding Chris Paul’s departure. It’s a little strange because Chris has led so many teams that have either almost eliminated us or eliminated us completely back in 2014. We’ve fought him in a lot of our previous matches. I believe he will just bring the necessary leadership and soothing presence. Being from North Carolina, I am aware that Steph and him have a lengthy history together.

Playing with a passer and playmaker like him will make the adjustment easy for me, and I’m thrilled about it. In response to the same idea, Steph Curry offered his own thoughts. He talked about Jordan Poole’s absence from the Warriors and described it as a difficult loss for the group. He understands that Paul is essential to the Warriors’ chances of winning again, even though it is not ideal. “It hurts to lose JP. I am aware that it is not yet completely official. I don’t want to discuss too much before then, though. Observing a young player grow into his own—and then get traded—is the challenging aspect of the business. It’s a fantastic chance for him. It’s just that you get to know someone that way and form a bond and friendship. Seeing him go is difficult. However, CP can assist us in achieving our goal of winning next year.