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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.

NBA News / The SportsRush / July 2

'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.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 2

Baron Davis Calls Paul Pierce The Greatest Athlete To Come Out Of Los Angeles

Baron Davis didn’t mince words when asked who he believes is the greatest athlete to ever come out of Los Angeles. Speaking on the All Facts No Brakes podcast with Keyshawn Johnson, the former NBA All-Star gave Paul Pierce his flowers in full.

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Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / July 2

Paul Pierce Recalls Intense Kobe Bryant Moment at Magic Johnson’s 'Midnight Magic' Party

Kobe Bryant was one of the most intense personalities the NBA has ever seen. He was so intense that even off the court, he would continue to play mind games with his opponents by saying and doing certain things.

Paul Pierce News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 1

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Slams Team’s Offseason, Urges Them to Not Make Rash Trade

The Boston Celtics franchise was sold for a record-breaking $6.1 billion in March, marking the largest sale of a sports team in North American history until the Los Angeles Lakers were sold for $10 billion in June.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Celtics legend Paul Pierce makes Jaylen Brown trade request

Despite all of the moves the Boston Celtics have already made this offseason, many are still wondering about the fate of Jaylen Brown. Celtics legend Paul Pierce has made his stance abundantly clear.

NBA News / The SportsRush / July 1

'I Swear to You, On My Kid': Paul Pierce Confesses Never Asking Kevin Garnett What He Said to Carmelo Anthony During Their Infamous Altercation

The NBA has seen its fair share of on-court scuffles, some immortalized in league history. Think Malice in the Palace in 2004 or Scottie Pippen vs Patrick Ewing back in 1994.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 30

Paul Pierce Vehemently Agrees That Tracy McGrady Would Have Won a Ring With Shaquille O’Neal

As the argument over ring culture continues to dominate NBA headlines, so do the “what-if” stories. One big “what-if” theory was presented by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Celtics’ Paul Pierce reacts to Kevin Garnett’s ‘point’ on Achilles tears

Former Boston Celtics superstar Paul Pierce recently supported fellow Hall of Famer and former-teammate Kevin Garnett’s view on the troubling rise of Achilles injuries in NBA players.

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Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Paul Pierce Assigns Blame for Recent Trades by the Boston Celtics

Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce doesn't shy away from making headlines with his hot takes, and there's a reason why he's known as "The Truth," even if he's only expressing his opinions.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 30

Paul Pierce Predicts Luka Doncic Will Put On Weight Again By December

Luka Doncic appears to have been hard at work this offseason, with pictures of him looking slim going viral on social media. While Los Angeles Lakers fans

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 29

Paul Pierce says whether he thinks the LA Lakers should trade Austin Reaves this offseason

Austin Reaves’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers is up in the air this summer despite being under contract for another season. Reaves has one year left on his contract, with a salary of $14 million, yet was still eligible to sign an extension this offseason.

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / June 29

Paul Pierce totally disagrees with what ‘everybody’ says about Kevin Durant and expects Amen Thompson to prove him right

Kevin Durant’s trade from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets is the biggest move of the 2025 offseason so far. The Rockets gave up Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and a first-round pick to acquire the 36-year-old future Hall of Famer.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 28

Paul Pierce praises Thunder’s Chet Holmgren with Scottie Pippen comparison

Boston Celtics legend and NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce recently praised Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren with a notable comparison to six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 19

Paul Pierce on the chain reaction the LA Lakers record-breaking sale could create, ‘I wouldn’t be surprised…’

Leave it to the Los Angeles Lakers to get eliminated in the playoffs but still somehow manage to steal the thunder of the NBA season with a stunning announcement.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / June 13

Paul Pierce Makes Feelings Clear About Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant

Paul Pierce and Kobe Bryant are two of the best NBA players of all time. During the prime of their careers, the Hall of Famers faced off against each other in the NBA Finals twice.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / June 12

NBA Legend Paul Pierce Noticed One 'Clear' Thing About the Thunder Amid NBA Finals

Paul Pierce, one of the most respected figures in NBA history and a 2008 champion with the Boston Celtics, has never been shy about speaking his mind.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 5

Boston Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Makes Bold Statement Before NBA Finals

On Thursday night, Tyrese Haliburton will play in his first NBA Finals game when the Indiana Pacers visit the Oklahoma City Thunder. Haliburton has had a remarkable run over the last two seasons.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / June 5

Paul Pierce: Giannis to Timberwolves 'makes the most sense'

If this NBA offseason is going to be, as Shams Charania said, the "most craziest ever," what is the craziest thing that could possibly happen? One might argue that the craziest possible outcome would be the Timberwolves trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo.