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Paul Pierce Says Celtics Choked Against Knicks: 'Had Nothing To Do With Talent'

Paul Pierce isn’t giving the Knicks credit for knocking Boston out of the playoffs. Speaking in a chat with Heavy's Steve Bulpett, the Celtics legend argued that his former team collapsed on its own and insisted New York’s talent had nothing to do with the outcome.

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Celtics legend Paul Pierce shares thoughts on team’s disappointing playoff exit

Paul Pierce knows the Celtics blew it.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 11

Celtics legend believes Jayson Tatum's injury made tough decisions easier

With Tatum facing an extended absence the Celtics got to work cutting costs this offseason.

Jaylen Brown talks potentially playing for the hometown Atlanta Hawks

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The 'NBA yearly playoff assist leaders since 2000' quiz

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / September 11

Sidestepping Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett, Derrick White Makes Surprising Admission While Honoring His Father

For a Boston Celtics player, picking one franchise legend whom they would have loved to play with would be incredibly difficult, owing to the number of icons who have repped the famous green jersey.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 3

'His Time Is Up': Paul Pierce Concedes LeBron James As GOAT, But Thinks He Needs To Retire Now

Paul Pierce was one of LeBron James' biggest rivals when he was in the NBA. In the 69 games they faced against each other, James won 35 and Pierce won 34.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 2

‘I had to test’… Paul Pierce says he ‘pushed’ LeBron James ‘over the top’

Lebron James had a plethora of memorable battles during the NBA playoffs over the course of his career. Considering LeBron James stayed in the Eastern Conference for the majority of his career, it’s no surprise that he built rivalries there.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 30

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Shares Never Before Heard Kobe Bryant Story

As the old adage says, game recognizes game. The rivalries within the NBA aren't what they used to be. Several reasons may illuminate this premise. The way that NBA games are called nowadays cater more so to offense rather than physicality.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 27

Paul Pierce Reflects On 2008 Game 7 Against LeBron James: 'One Of The Greatest NBA Games Ever'

NBA champion Paul Pierce has played a total of 1,513 games in his career, across the regular season and playoffs, but there's one that sticks out above the rest.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / August 26

Ranking the 5 best individual seasons of the 21st century

The Celtics have had great players walk through the door, from legendary seasons to iconic moments and championship banners. But which ones stand above the rest?

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / August 24

Boston Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Makes Feelings Clear About Joe Mazzulla

Joe Mazzulla has been the head coach of the Boston Celtics for the last three seasons. He has done an excellent job at the helm, as they have won an NBA Championship (and made the Eastern Conference finals twice).

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Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 24

Paul Pierce Reveals Celtics Have ‘Brotherhood’ of Ex-Players

The Boston Celtics as a franchise boast some of the most decorated names of all time. That's what happens when you win a league-record 18 titles. And those names have always been more than willing to lend a helping hand to subsequent generations.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / August 21

Paul Pierce shares exactly how he feels about Joe Mazzulla, makes Boston Celtics prediction

Joe Mazzulla, in his first three seasons as head coach of the Boston Celtics, has already won the NBA Finals, and Paul Pierce thinks he could end his career as one of the best coaches in franchise history.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 21

Celtics’ Paul Pierce Reveals Concern Level With Jayson Tatum Getting Back to Elite Level

The Boston Celtics are disappointed that they won't have Jayson Tatum available for next year. Tearing his Achilles tendon in the playoffs was the worst thing that could have happened to them.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 21

Choosing Between Heat and Cavaliers, Paul Pierce Names What Version Was ‘Peak’ LeBron James

LeBron James has been in the NBA for over half his life. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar is currently approaching his 23rd season in the league and continues to dominate regardless.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / August 21

Former Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban Reveals Shocking Near-Trades For Kobe Bryant And Paul Pierce

Mark Cuban has pulled off some big trades during his time as Mavericks owner, but in a recent interview on the Mixed Signals podcast, he opened up about two that never materialized, and both would’ve changed the NBA forever.

Boston Celtics News / Hardwood Heroics / August 20

'I Wanted to Play in the Forum' – Boston Celtics Legend Reveals His 2 Biggest Disappointments

Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce had a lengthy NBA career that spanned 19 seasons. He spent the first 15 years of his career playing for the Celtics, even winning an NBA championship with them.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 20

‘Peak LeBron’… Paul Pierce picks out best version of Lakers’ superstar, could not believe how fast he was

Paul Pierce pointed to the best version of LeBron James that had him worried every time they shared the court. It becomes easy to forget, given how he is still playing at a superstar level, but LeBron James has been in the NBA for over 20 years.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 20

Paul Pierce Reveals His Biggest Disappointments After Getting Drafted: Michael Jordan And Lakers' Forum

Paul Pierce is one of the few players who can claim they have played with both Michael Jordan and LeBron James in their career. But by the time Pierce was drafted to the NBA, Jordan had already retired for the second time in 1998. Therefore, Pierce only faced Jordan when he came back to play for the Washington Wizards in 2001.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / August 13

Paul Pierce Patterned Game After One Of NBA's Most Unknown Volume Scorers

NBA great Paul Pierce is one of the greatest scorers in league history. He helped lead the Boston Celtics to a championship in 2008. He finished with 26,397 points, which is 18th all-time.

NBA News / The SportsRush / July 22

'Publicly Ruin Your Family Name': Paul Pierce Speaks on Adjusting His Behavior to Deal With Social Media

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce didn’t have time to prepare for the life of fame and fortune. He found himself in the public’s spotlight as a teenager.

NBA News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / July 11

Rich Rodriguez Roasts NBA Champ Paul Pierce’s Pass Rush in Hilarious Breakdown

With as many years as West Virginia head football coach Rich Rodriguez has under his belt, he certainly has an eye for talent. Even if all the tools aren't polished yet, he's able to see the potential and can project what a certain player will become once they get onto campus.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4

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.