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Former NBA player says he fears Paul Pierce more than Dwyane Wade in one key skill
Celtics A former NBA player weighed in on the infamous Paul Pierce-Dwyane Wade debate. And his take may surprise you. Paul Pierce (left) was more feared than Dwyane Wade (right) in at least one area of basketball. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Paul Pierce raised some eyebrows when the Celtics legend said that he was better than […]
Raiders roll past Giants 30-6 to give Antonio Pierce a win in his debut as interim coach
NFL The Raiders scored a season-high 30 points in their first game after firing Josh McDaniels. Las Vegas Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) AP By MARK ANDERSON, Associated Press […]
‘This might be the best defensive duo’: Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett gush over Celtics’ backcourt’s scrappiness
Celtics “It looks hella scrappy in person,” Celtics icon Paul Pierce said of the play of Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. Derrick White and Jrue Holiday have made it tough for opposing guards to score on them so far this season. (AP Photo/John Munson) The offensive prowess of the new-look Celtics was on full display […]
What Jaylen Brown said about having Paul Pierce, Rajon Rondo at Celtics practices
Celtics “These guys could be doing something else, but, they choose to be here with this group. That says a lot about us and a lot about them.” Jaylen Brown AP Photo/Michael Dwyer Rajon Rondo visits Celtics at practice, hopes to play advising role similar to Paul Pierce Is Jrue Holiday the ‘missing piece’ for […]
Rajon Rondo visits Celtics at practice, hopes to play advising role similar to Paul Pierce
Celtics Rondo also praised Jrue Holiday as “one of my favorite teammates I’ve ever played with.” Rajon Rondo believes the Celtics are capable of winning it all this season. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images) Jrue Holiday reached out to a beloved ex-Celtics guard before choosing the No. 4 jersey Paul Pierce has been around the […]
Is Jrue Holiday the ‘missing piece’ for a Celtics championship? Paul Pierce thinks so.
Celtics “He’s a champion. He’s respected around the league. He’ll be respected here.” Paul Pierce photo by Matthew J Lee/Globe staff Why Wyc Grousbeck is feeling both ‘optimism’ and ‘annoyance’ with the Celtics this year Golden State Warriors granted WNBA expansion franchise set to begin play in 2025 After the Celtics lost in the Eastern […]
Why Joe Mazzulla hopes Paul Pierce and other Celtics legends are regulars at practice this season
Celtics “The only past we have is the banners alone. The past should be the banners, but it should be the people.” Paul Pierce was a regular guest at Celtics games last season. Jim Davis / The Boston Globe The Celtics might be looking ahead to another promising season in 2023-24. But as Joe Mazzulla […]
Jayson Tatum discusses summer workouts with Paul Pierce and why he avoided wrist surgery
Patriots “He came into the gym every day and it was cool to have him around. He told us a lot of stories about the championship team that we can try to apply to this year.” Jayson Tatum AP Photo/Michael Dwyer Jaylen Brown invites Deion Sanders to Celtics game, talks tailgating with Derrick White Celtics […]
Celtics legends Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce will attend Colorado-USC game
Celtics “2-1 baby, that’s the real 2-1,” Deion Sanders said to Garnett. Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett will be on the sidelines for the Colorado-USC game. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) Deion Sanders is gaining national attention as head coach of the Colorado football program this season. On Saturday, when the Buffaloes take on No. 8 USC, […]
Paul Pierce explains how he joined Jayson Tatum’s ‘support system’ during summer workouts
Celtics “He’s one of the top five players in the league, so it’s an honor to be there and see him go through his journey.” Jayson Tatum and Paul Pierce have taken part in summer workouts together. Jim Davis / The Boston Globe Jayson Tatum has already established himself as one of the top stars […]