Paul Pierce was fired by ESPN in 2021 for posting a video of him smoking weed while surrounded by strippers. He still doesn't agree with the decision.

NBA Legend Paul Pierce Sparks Controversy With Anti-Marriage Views Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce is known for saying exactly what’s on his mind, and this time, he’s got social media in a ...

But as Pierce said, putting up the numbers that he did last season, considering the circumstances, is impressive. And with the many things he does, Holmgren may be today's version of Pippen.

Paul also had another theory about the alleged LeBron snub. He said that perhaps James does not think Ayton is a needle-mover for the team, so there's nothing to discuss right now.