It isn’t quite the reaction we were all probably hoping for from Chris Paul, but it is still something. Once everyone around the basketball world got a grip of what Clippers owner Donald Sterling said in his racist rant, one of the first people everyone wanted to hear from was Chris Paul. Obviously Chris is black, but it was more so because he is the leader of that team on the court and president of the players association and fans have been wondering what was he feeling about Sterling’s comments. We have to be realistic as fans that guys like Chris Paul, coach Doc Rivers and others affiliated with the team probably can’t say everything they feel because technically Sterling is still their boss and signs their paychecks. Hit the jump for Chris Paul’s statement.

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Statement from Chris Paul:

“On behalf of the National Basketball Players Association, this is a very serious issue which we will address aggressively. We have asked Mayor Kevin Johnson to expand his responsibilities with the NBPA, to determine our response and our next steps. As players, we owe it to our teams and our fans to keep our focus on our game, the playoffs, and a drive to the Finals.”

Statement from Kevin Johnson, who is leading the search for the next director of the Players association:

“The reported comments made by Clippers owner Donald Sterling are reprehensible and unacceptable. The National Basketball Players Association must and will play a very active role in determining how this issue is addressed. There needs to be an immediate investigation and if the reports are true, there needs to be strong and swift action taken. I have spoken with NBPA President Chris Paul and will be leading the NBPA in addressing the implications of this serious matter. I will be formally reaching out to the NBA today to determine our next steps. While I originally came on to lead the Executive Director search, this issue requires immediate attention from the Players Association. I will be keeping Chris Paul, the Executive Committee, and all player representatives informed of every step.”

You just gotta know Chris Paul wants to say more but he is going the politically correct route which is probably the smartest route at the moment.

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