Winston-Salem is getting a colorful boost of community pride at Rupert Bell Park, where work has begun on a Chris Paul mural and a series of basketball court upgrades. The project, reported by WXII, celebrates one of the city’s most celebrated hometown sports heroes while giving local residents a refreshed space to play and gather.

Chris Paul, the NBA star who grew up in Winston-Salem, has long been a source of pride for the community. Honoring him with a mural at Rupert Bell Park connects his legacy directly to the neighborhood courts where generations of young players have honed their skills — and where future ones will follow.

The court upgrades accompanying the mural promise a better experience for everyone who visits the park, from pickup basketball players to families enjoying the outdoors. Improvements to public recreational spaces like these make a tangible difference in the daily lives of residents, offering safe, welcoming places to be active and connect with neighbors.

The project is a fitting tribute to a player who has never forgotten his roots, and a reminder that Winston-Salem continues to invest in the parks and public spaces that bring its neighborhoods together. Keep an eye on Rupert Bell Park — when the work is complete, it is sure to become a destination worth visiting.

Sources: WXII