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In this video, Paul Pierce discusses a range of topics, including his experience playing against Kobe Bryant in the NBA Finals, getting fired from ESPN for "having some entertainment," and his famous "wheelchair incident" during the 2008 NBA Finals. Pierce also talks about his time playing with Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen, the evolution of NBA relationships, and his opinion on underrated and overrated players in basketball history. Pierce discusses the challenges he faced growing up in LA and how he got the nickname "The Truth" from Shaquille O'Neal. Finally, Pierce shares his thoughts on the recent John Moran incident and the importance of guidance for young NBA players.
This section of the video does not contain any meaningful or coherent dialogue. The hosts briefly discuss a story about Kobe Bryant giving them shoes before a game and then turn to discussing their favorite flavors of energy drinks. Later, they jokingly discuss an incident where Paul Pierce signed a Lakers flag in a Johnny Rockets.
In this section, Paul Pierce reveals how he signed an extension with the Celtics during his fourth year that took him to year nine. While he always dreamed of playing for the Lakers, he didn't have the opportunity to do so because he took the extension. Pierce then talks about playing with KG and Ray Allen and how they dropped their egos to make the Celtics a winning team. He also discusses the evolution of NBA relationships, sharing how players nowadays build relationships off the court and play together on the court, which is different from Pierce's time when the players were more competitive.
In this section of the video, former NBA player Paul Pierce discusses the intensity and mindset of basketball greats like Kevin Garnett and LeBron James. Pierce recalls not being ready to crown James as the king of the league when he joined the NBA in 2002, wishing to see him prove himself first. Pierce believed that he was able to push James to another level, helping him become the great basketball player he is today. He also mentions the competitive nature of his Boston Celtics team, including Garnett and Rajon Rondo, whom he credits as having "dogs" on the team.
In this section, former NBA player Paul Pierce discusses his experience playing against Kobe Bryant in the 2008 NBA Finals and winning the championship, along with thoughts on guarding him. Pierce highlights how playing against Bryant was like a dream come true, due to his status as a high-profile athlete. He also shares how he was excited to guard Bryant, as he felt that he could take away part of his game since Bryant posted up frequently. Additionally, Pierce recalls how he got fired from ESPN for having "some entertainment," but he does not go into further detail.
In this section of the video, former NBA player Paul Pierce talks about getting fired from ESPN after posting a video on Instagram that showed him partying with strippers. Pierce goes on to recall a time when he blocked Kobe Bryant's fadeaway jump shot during an intense game and also shares a story about shooting a commercial with Bryant where he faked a move and knocked the ball out of Bryant's hand. Pierce also speaks highly of his former coach, Doc Rivers, and tells a story about how Rivers once told him to go home and get some rest when he showed up to practice with bad breath, and how he came back that night and scored 31 points.
In this section, Paul Pierce talks about getting fired from ESPN and implies that it was because he was having too much fun and being entertaining. He also discusses the dangers that come with being a young, rich, and black athlete in America and his own experience with being stabbed. The conversation shifts to the recent incident with NBA player John Moran where he was seen with a gun, and the group emphasizes the need for more support from older players to help guide the younger generation. Additionally, they touch on the double standard for black athletes compared to athletes in other sports, like hockey, where fighting is more accepted. The group also briefly talks about wanting to bring up the incident where Paul got fired from ESPN for being too "entertaining."
In this section, Paul Pierce and the I AM ATHLETE crew discuss the circumstances surrounding his firing from ESPN earlier this year. Pierce claims that he was terminated because he was having some entertainment at a party with friends, playing cards, and smoking legal weed while girls were dancing around them. The incident was investigated by a higher-up at Disney, ESPN's parent company, and they determined it was immoral. While Pierce did not do anything illegal, he says the only regret he had about the whole situation was that his daughters saw him in that light, and he had to apologize to them. Pierce and the rest of the crew also discussed the lessons they learned from similar experiences they had when they were younger and how it affects their perception in the public eye.
In this section, Paul Pierce discusses his firing from ESPN due to the controversial Instagram Live he streamed featuring exotic dancers. Despite not believing he did anything wrong, he apologizes for potentially embarrassing his family and, in hindsight, recognizes the need to apologize to young girls who may have seen the video. He also expresses frustration at his firing, feeling that former athletes who have had successful careers offer more valuable perspective in sports analysis. Pierce says he has since moved on from ESPN and has been doing work with other networks, but found the overall experience enjoyable.
In this section, Paul Pierce talks about how he got the nickname "The Truth." He reveals that Shaquille O'Neal gave him the nickname after he dropped 42 points on him in L.A. during his third year in the league. Pierce also discusses his experiences playing for Kansas University and the challenges he faced growing up in L.A. and how he knew he had to leave to avoid trouble. He talks about how his status as one of the top players in the hood meant that the gangsters and OGs looked out for him and how Kansas was the perfect place for him to get away from it all.
In this section, Paul Pierce and the other former athletes on "I AM ATHLETE" share their opinions on underrated and overrated players in basketball history. Pierce reveals that he was once fired from ESPN for having "some entertainment." Later in the video, Pierce lists his top five players currently in the NBA, including Curry, Giannis, Durant, LeBron, and Embiid. The group also debates whether or not Pierce should be considered a top five small forward in history and discuss the definitions of underrated and overrated players.
In this section, former NBA player Paul Pierce discusses his infamous "wheelchair incident" during the 2008 NBA Finals and how he got fired from ESPN for "having some entertainment." Pierce explains how he did not ask for a wheelchair but was carried off the court due to a sharp pain in his knee, which was caused by a sprain. He also mentions that he was paranoid about the same situation happening again. Pierce believes that he was fired from ESPN for having fun during a private party, which was streamed on social media. He states that ESPN did not give him a warning, and he found out about his firing through Twitter.
In this section of the video, former NBA player Paul Pierce talks about his experience of winning the NBA championship playing for the Boston Celtics in 2008 and celebrating the victory as a kid from LA beating the Lakers. He describes how he brought the MVP trophy to a popular restaurant in LA and placed it on the table, generating buzz and excitement among customers. Pierce also recalls the moment of his third or fourth year when he made the All-Star team and Denzel Washington approached him for a photo, which made him realize that he had achieved a certain level of success. Pierce also reveals his admiration for Kobe Bryant and how he was Starstruck when he met him and recalls the time Kobe talked about him after a punt return against the Giants.
In this section, Paul Pierce discusses his firing from ESPN for "having some entertainment" during an Instagram Live stream. Pierce admits that he didn't understand what was happening at first when he woke up to a flood of messages and calls after his stream went viral. He also mentions that he was living with his girlfriend at the time and while he claims that what he did wasn't cheating, he acknowledges that there isn't much difference between his behavior and cheating.
In this section of the video, Paul Pierce discusses his departure from ESPN, where he says he was fired for "having some entertainment." He talks about going to a strip club on Instagram Live, where he wasn't even getting a lap dance, and jokingly admits that the incident may have contributed to his firing. He also talks about his fight to get a deal with the I Am Athlete team and his commitment to providing for his family.
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