Chris Paul has reached a significant milestone in his career, achieving his 12,000th career assist on November 15, 2024, making him the third player in NBA history to do so, with the assist coming from a two-handed dunk by Victor Wembanyama against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Paul's impressive career includes 715 alley-oop assists, the highest among active players, while Wembanyama ranked third in the league for alley-oop dunks last season, despite not having a top-tier point guard.

While alley-oop plays are a highlight of their partnership, Paul's assists to Wembanyama also feature a notable number of 3-pointers, indicating a versatile offensive strategy.

Mitch Johnson, the Spurs' interim coach, has praised Paul's decision-making on the court, emphasizing the invaluable experience he brings to real-time game situations.

Beyond his on-court contributions, Paul has taken on a leadership role with the Spurs, providing guidance in the absence of head coach Gregg Popovich and helping the team improve from last season.

The partnership between Paul and Wembanyama is evolving, as both players are learning to adapt to each other's playing styles.

Throughout his 20-year career, Paul has a history of enhancing the performance of big men, having previously played alongside stars like Tyson Chandler, DeAndre Jordan, and Clint Capela.

Wembanyama's shot profile reflects his adaptation to playing with Paul, with 62.5% of his attempts coming from catch-and-shoot opportunities and pull-ups, rather than solely near the basket.

As defenses have adjusted to Wembanyama's skills, often guarding him physically near the basket, he has shifted his focus to perimeter shooting this season.

Paul made a splash in his preseason debut on October 7, 2024, assisting Wembanyama on an alley-oop dunk that excited a crowd of 16,952 at the Frost Bank Center.

Wembanyama showcased their growing synergy by scoring his first career 50-point game on November 13, 2024, against the Washington Wizards, with 14 of those points coming from assists by Paul.