Chris Paul ties Magic Johnson record

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul has tied a double-double record set by Magic Johnson.

The 28-year-old had 18 points and 11 assists during the defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, giving him a double-double in all 11 games so far this season.

Paul is shooting 42.4% overall and assisting on 52.8% of his teammates' points.

He is now expected to surpass Johnson's record in Wednesday night's encounter with the Minnesota Timberwolves.