Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul is excited ahead of his return to New Orleans for the All-Star Game this weekend.

The 28-year-old was selected as a Western Conference reserve for Sunday night, confirming his return to the city where he began his career.

"I was really a part of that city. I honestly can't say one negative thing about the city. If it were not for the city of New Orleans, I'm not who I am now. They just embrace you as family," he said, Yahoo Sports reports.

After missing 18 games with a separated shoulder, Paul has played in two games since making his comeback to competitive action.