Phoenix Star Chris Paul Passes Michael Jordan in All Time Steals List

• Chris Paul reached another incredible, passing Michael Jordan for third place on the all-time steals list
• Paul has averaged 2.1 steals per game over his 18 seasons in the NBA.
• The Phoenix Suns star is also third in all-time assists

Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul passed NBA legend Michael Jordan for third place on the league's all-time steals list during Phoenix’s 116-107 defeat to the LA Clippers.

The 37-year-old now has 2,515 career steals, passing Jordan’s record of 2,514. Paul was named in the NBA's top 75 players list and is still looking for that elusive NBA title.

The former Houston Rockets star now trails Hall of Famer and Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd, who has 2,684 career steals. John Stockton is top of the list with 3,265, a record that won't be matched anytime soon.

The legendary point guard played a pivotal role in the Suns' incredible run to the 2021 NBA Finals. They fell short, losing in six games to the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Paul is one of the best point guards of his generation. His playmaking skills have improved every team he's played for.

Chris Paul's NBA legacy

As he enters the twilight of his career, his legacy has always been a subject of heated discussions.

Compared to Stephen Curry and Russell Westbrook, he has not won an MVP award, a door that may be closed. The window for an NBA title is still open. The Suns have a great chance of winning it after adding Kevin Durant.

He was the fourth overall pick in the 2005 NBA Draft; his longevity is a testament to his talent. Incredibly, he ranks third in assists, 38th in points, and 48th in games played.

Paul is known as one of the best defensive guards in the NBA. Although his defense may have waned due to his age, he was known for his defensive tenacity. He averaged 2.2 steals per game in his rookie season, according to the Athletic.

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He recorded a career-high of nine steals in February 2008 against the Dallas Mavericks. Paul led the NBA in steals in six seasons.

Chris Paul on Durant

Sports Brief earlier reported on Chris Paul reacting to Durant joining the Suns, saying he is excited to play with the 2014 MVP.

Paul said Durant is one of the best players in the league and is looking forward to stepping on the court with him.

"Just to know how he approaches the game, his nickname's Easy Money, just somebody who loves the game like that. I think that's what brought me and Book closer together because he just love to hoop. And KD, he just love to hoop. So I'm excited about the process of building this team."