Paul Pierce
NBA Hall of Fame Inductee, NBA Finals MVP, 10x NBA All-Star, Broadcaster
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Paul Pierce, a former NBA Finals MVP and 10-time NBA All-Star, cemented his reputation as one of the most clutch scorers in basketball history. Nicknamed “The Truth,” he was a standout high school player and McDonald’s All-American before earning consensus first-team All-America honors as a junior at Kansas. Selected 10th overall by the Boston Celtics in the 1998 NBA Draft, Pierce became the face of the franchise, leading Boston to an NBA championship in 2008.
A prolific scorer and leader, Pierce spent 15 seasons with the Celtics, earning numerous accolades, including NBA Finals MVP honors in 2008 after guiding the team to its first title in over two decades alongside Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen. He ranks among the Celtics’ all-time leaders in points, games played, and three-pointers made, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest players in franchise history. Over his 19-year NBA career, Pierce amassed more than 26,000 points, ranking among the league’s all-time leading scorers at the time of his retirement. A five-time All-NBA selection, he was instrumental in multiple deep playoff runs, delivering countless clutch performances, including his legendary duel with LeBron James in the 2008 Eastern Conference Finals. His impact on the game was recognized in 2021 with his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Since retiring, Pierce has brought his on-court experience and analysis to sports broadcasting. He currently co-hosts FS1’s daily studio show, SPEAK, alongside Joy Taylor and Keyshawn Johnson. Beyond his media career, Pierce remains committed to philanthropy through his Truth Fund, which provides educational resources and support to underprivileged youth.
