The Truth — one NBA Championship, Finals MVP and the greatest player in Boston Celtics history of the post-Bird era.
Paul Pierce spent 15 seasons with the Boston Celtics, becoming the greatest small forward in their history since Larry Bird. His 2008 Finals MVP — won despite being severely injured in Game 1 — is one of basketball's great clutch performances. His nickname "The Truth" was bestowed by Shaquille O'Neal after Pierce scored 42 points against his Lakers — O'Neal said afterwards "I wanted to call him Paul Pierce but now I have to call him The Truth."
His nickname "The Truth" was given to him by Shaquille O'Neal after a 42-point performance — one of basketball's most famous post-game compliments.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- NBA Champion 2008
- Finals MVP 2008
- 10x All-Star
- Celtics all-time leading scorer