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Paul Pierce Doubles Down On Wild Take; Claims He's A Better Pure Scorer Than Jordan, LeBron, And Durant

Former NBA star Paul Pierce has dished out some sizzling hot takes over the years, and he was at it again on Thursday. Pierce claimed he was probably the best pure scorer in the history of the NBA on Speak, and received a lot of pushback for that.

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Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Makes Wild Claim Following Recent LeBron James Comments

The Boston Celtics had a rivalry with LeBron James early in his career. During his first stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers, he was trying to knock off the Celtics as one of the best teams in the East.

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'I’m a Better Three-Point Shooter Than Michael Jordan': Paul Pierce Further Builds on His ‘Best Pure Scorer’ Take

Hall-of-Fame forward Paul Pierce recently crowned himself the best pure scorer the league has ever seen, and he isn’t backing down from that stance. The 2008 NBA Finals MVP’s comments sent the internet into a frenzy.

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Paul Pierce picks out role Damian Lillard could have on the Boston Celtics if he signs

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'He Not Talking to You': Paul Pierce Reveals Kevin Garnett’s Intense Pre-Game Routine That Left Him in a Full Sweat

The word “beloved” might even be an understatement when it comes to how highly regarded Kevin Garnett is within the NBA community. An icon for both the Minnesota Timberwolves and Boston Celtics, Garnett played with unmatched fury.

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Kevin Durant backs Paul Pierce after wild best scorer debate: ‘I didn’t really…’

Paul Pierce isn’t one to shy away from bold statements, and his latest is no different: the Celtics icon has a case to be on the shortlist of the best pure scorers in NBA history.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 4

Kevin Durant has strong reaction to Paul Pierce’s ‘best pure scorer’ of all time claim, ‘I didn’t really…’

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce wants his name on the list of best pure scorers in NBA history. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James recently gave his long-time rival Kevin Durant flowers and hailed him as the best pure scorer in NBA history.

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Paul Pierce makes another ridiculous claim

Paul Pierce was at it again on Thursday making another ridiculous claim. The former Boston Celtics star was talking on FS1 show “Speak” about LeBron James labeling Kevin Durant as the “most equipped” scorer in NBA history.

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Paul Pierce drops Kevin Garnett-Celtics’ NBA Finals admission

Paul Pierce believes the Boston Celtics were poised for another NBA championship in 2009 — if not for Kevin Garnett’s injury. On a recent episode of Podcast P with Paul George, the Hall of Famer and Celtics legend reflected on the team’s chances that season had Garnett remained healthy.

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‘I love this hire’… Paul Pierce has strong response to New York Knicks appointing Mike Brown

The New York Knicks’ search for their next head coach has finally concluded with the appointment of Mike Brown. After weeks of drama, the New York Knicks have finally replaced Tom Thibodeau with former Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown.

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'That’s Just Him': Paul Pierce Reveals Kevin Garnett’s Intensity Isn’t Restricted to the Basketball Court

Kevin Garnett may have more memorable moments off the court than he does on the court. The 15-time All-Star ensured he brought the intensity whenever he stepped on an NBA floor.

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Paul Pierce has strong verdict on LA Lakers potentially making move for Deandre Ayton

Paul Pierce didn’t hold back when discussing the LA Lakers signing Deandre Ayton as their next center. The Los Angeles Lakers have not been as active as they should be in free agency.

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'Brook Lopez Go to the Clippers': Paul Pierce Claims Players Don’t Want to Play for the Lakers Anymore, Likely Because of the Owners

Several NBA teams have swung for the fences to begin the 2025 free agency period. Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t been one of those teams.

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