Update: Paul will miss his third consecutive game Thursday at Minnesota due to a bruised right kneecap, the Los Angeles Times reports.
Recommendation: Paul was termed a game-time decision earlier Thursday, but the Clippers will be cautious with their superstar and provide him with extra rest before a home tilt Saturday against Washington. Meanwhile, Eric Bledsoe, who has averaged 16.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 dimes, and 2.0 steals in 37.5 minutes with Paul sidelined, will start in his stead.
