James Harden needed the Los Angeles Clippers a few years ago. Turns out, they needed the superstar just as much.

Paul signed a one-year, veteran’s minimum contract to continue his Hall of Fame career and once again chase a championship, the one thing that has eluded him in his career. He’s hopeful the drought will end during his second stint with the franchise.

The last time Paul suited up for the Clippers, they were still sharing an arena with the Los Angeles Lakers. There's also the fact that Paul won't be the franchise centerpiece he once was, though he hasn't been that since he left L.