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Timberwolves Tapped As Best Team for Giannis Antetokounmpo By Paul Pierce

Most of the trade rumors are focused on Kevin Durant in the 2025 offseason. The Minnesota Timberwolves are one of the teams that want to swoop in and take Durant, but they could aim for an even bigger player. The other superstar in trade rumors is the Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Paul Pierce 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.

San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / June 11

'Pretty Hair to the Bald Head': Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett Speak on Victor Wembanyama’s Shaolin Training

Following a ROTY campaign, Victor Wembanyama was showcasing his growth in a stellar sophomore season, until it was cut short. Right after the All-Star Weekend, Wemby was diagnosed with a DVT in his right shoulder and was shut down for the season.

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An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?

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Indiana Pacers News / The SportsRush / June 11

Paul Pierce Digs in to 2010 Finals Memory to Issue a Warning to Tyrese Haliburton and Pacers Ahead of Game 3 in Indiana

After the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, many believed the momentum took a sharp turn toward OKC’s direction.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / June 9

Agonizing Paul Pierce decision almost changed Dallas Mavericks history, Don Nelson reveals

Dallas Mavericks are no longer a franchise alien to “history-changing” plans after the Luka Doncic trade, but Don Nelson has revealed that an agonizing Paul Pierce decision could have forever altered the trajectory of the team.

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.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 5

'Jalen Brunson Prepared Them for Shai': Paul Pierce Explains How Knicks Prepared Pacers to Face Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

In their run to the 2025 NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers have completed memorable comebacks and risen in the face of adversity time and time again. This evening, they’ll meet the Oklahoma City Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, whose skill set will pose a unique challenge for the Pacers.

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.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / June 4

Paul Pierce responds to Giannis Antetokounmpo to Toronto Raptors talk, backs Minnesota Timberwolves move

Former NBA star Paul Pierce is doubtful the Toronto Raptors would be a sensible move for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Giannis Antetokounmpo is the hottest property on the trade market, if he goes ahead and makes the decision to leave the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

Why Paul Pierce trusts Tyrese Haliburton more than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Indiana Pacers All-Star Tyrese Haliburton has earned Paul Pierce’s trust over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ahead of their NBA Finals showdown. Haliburton and Gilgeous-Alexander have each propelled their franchises to their first NBA Finals appearances in over a decade.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / June 3

Oklahoma City Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 2025 Finals Run Draws Bold 'Statue' Prediction From Paul Pierce

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is four playoff wins away from completing his dream season with the Oklahoma City Thunder. After winning the league MVP and Western Conference MVP awards, Gilgeous-Alexander can cap it off with his first NBA championship at the expense of the Indiana Pacers.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / June 3

Celtics Legend Completes His Victory Lap Following Knicks' Elimination

First, Paul Pierce doubted the New York Knicks. The Boston Celtics legend and NBA analyst didn't think the Knicks could take his former team even after they were punked earlier in the series, and had to walk the walk after running his mouth.

New York Knicks News / FirstSportz / June 2

Paul Pierce Trolls Knicks Fans in Epic Fashion With Instagram Video

The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks in the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals. They won the series 4-2 to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Pierce and Garnett Theorize The Idea Of Trading Joel Embiid To The Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost in the 2025 Western Conference Finals despite the rocky campaign they had in the 2024-25 regular season. It was a fantastic

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 1

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Continues Trolling Knicks After Playoff Exit

The Boston Celtics' season ended sooner than anyone expected as they fell in the second round of the NBA playoffs to the New York Knicks. Boston dealt with some injuries, but inconsistent play is what ultimately doomed them against New York.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Celtics legend Paul Pierce gets last laugh with Knicks callout after ECF loss

The Boston Celtics saw their hopes of repeating as champions come to an end when they were defeated by the New York Knicks in six games during their Eastern Conference semifinals series.

NBA News / The SportsRush / May 31

Paul Pierce Says Lonzo Ball Needs ‘Fresh Air,’ Recommends Western Conference Landing Spot

Lonzo Ball returned to the court this season after nearly three years of not playing. Between multiple knee surgeries and the frequent reports that he was struggling to even sit down without pain, it was truly miraculous to see him make it back onto the hardwood.

NBA News / The SportsRush / May 31

'Your Daughter Sucks': Kevin Garnett Enlightens Paul Pierce On Why Pacers Crowd Is More Potent Than New York’s

When it comes to hardcore NBA fan bases, Kevin Garnett has lived through one of the most intense. As a Boston Celtics legend, he’s felt the electricity of TD Garden during deep playoff runs.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The SportsRush / May 30

'He Needs Fresh Air': Paul Pierce Believes It’s Time for Joel Embiid to Leave the Sixers, Names Two Teams

The 2024-25 NBA season wasn’t kind to the Philadelphia 76ers. Injuries derailed the entire roster, particularly affecting superstar Joel Embiid. The 2022-23 MVP only played 19 games en route to missing the playoffs for the first time since the 2016-17 season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 28

Paul Pierce Says Lakers' Luka Doncic Has Bigger Issue Than Weight

NBA Hall of Fame former and Boston Celtics small forward Paul Pierce, now a commentator for Fox Sports, recently weighed in on five-time All-NBA First Team Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic's biggest problem.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 24

Paul Pierce cruelly trolls Knicks fans after Game 2 loss to Pacers

Paul Pierce is thoroughly enjoying his hate-watch of the Eastern Conference Finals. The New York Knicks lost in Game 2 of their ECF series against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night by the final score of 114-109.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17

Celtics legend bitter after Boston gets eliminated by Knicks in Game 6 blowout

Paul Pierce is down bad now that his beloved Boston Celtics are officially going home.

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Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

Paul Pierce makes good on crazy bet after Celtics blow Game 2

Paul Pierce is a man of his word, and the Boston Celtics legend might even lose a few pounds because of it. Pierce, like many others, was extremely confident that the Celtics would bounce back following their embarrassing collapse in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series against the New York Knicks.