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Paul Pierce, NBA legend and Finals MVP, joins Shannon Sharpe at Club Shay Shay for a raw and unforgettable conversation about his life, legacy, and lessons learned. Born and raised in Inglewood, California, Pierce opens up about growing up surrounded by basketball greatness, idolizing Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan, and using being overlooked as fuel to chase his dreams. From high school standout to Kansas Jayhawk, he recalls the early challenges that shaped his toughness and the mindset that would later define his career.
Pierce reflects on the night that nearly ended everything — when he was stabbed at a Boston nightclub — and how surviving that moment changed his perspective forever. He shares how it taught him gratitude, focus, and a new sense of purpose that carried him through the darkest stretches of his career.
From there, “The Truth” details his rise with the Boston Celtics, the early rebuilding years, and how Danny Ainge and Doc Rivers trusted him to lead a struggling team. He talks about the franchise-changing trades that brought Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to Boston, how that trio built chemistry overnight, and what it took to turn the Celtics into champions again. He calls Garnett the most intense player he’s ever shared the court with, explains the brotherhood and tension within that locker room, and opens up about the fallout with Ray Allen after his move to Miami.
Pierce reflects on his greatest on-court battles — going head-to-head with LeBron James, trading shots with Kobe Bryant, and matching up against Dwyane Wade, Allen Iverson, Carmelo Anthony, and Shaquille O’Neal. He breaks down the mindset, preparation, and pride it took to compete with some of the most dominant players in NBA history, explaining why Kobe’s intensity stood apart, why every duel with LeBron felt like a heavyweight fight, and how playing alongside and against Shaq showed him what true power and presence looked like on the court.
He then shares thoughts on the modern era — from Steph Curry revolutionizing the game to Kevin Durant’s unmatched scoring ability, and how Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are carrying the Celtics’ torch forward. Pierce also opens up about life after basketball, reflecting on his departure from ESPN, lessons learned, and what he’s discovered about himself since retirement.
Finally, Paul Pierce speaks on legacy — how it’s not about stats or trophies, but about influence, resilience, and truth. From Inglewood to Boston, from surviving tragedy to raising banners, from doubters to destiny — Paul Pierce’s story is one of perseverance, redemption, and greatness earned the hard way.
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Paul Pierce | EP. 185
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Paul is full of it..
I know i been reading the comments and its only right Unk to have Ticket next up on the show
At this point, Shannon wants to argue about LeBron just to argue and be a troll obviously. He just makes up random things as he goes along.
You can't argue who's better with players from different eras who never played each other.
Imo Jordan is the goat, but he's the best of his era and LeBron is the best of his.
CARMELO IS THE BEST PURE SCORER
Those were some great years at Boston 💥
Dude with one ring is trying to put himself into the conversation with guys with 5 or 6 rings? He ain't at their level, he's just wishing.
LeBron ain’t no king
Down the earth, humble and objective. love this guy.
Melo
This was a great interview l.
Paul pierce ain’t that good bruh
The more you put into something, the more it hurts.When it don't work out is facts.I'm still devastated
2:30:00 and on Pierce is cooking Shannon with his arguments lol. LeBron ain’t better than Mike and his journey won’t be respected more than Kobe.
Bro you are great,but if yall was the same age,you wouldn't have been able to keep up with bron!!! His body is different!! No shade
I take that back… His athletic abilities is wayyyyy higher than yours!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣
You not really athletic like that bro!!
Now if you want to speak on skill,your skill level was greater than his at your age then versus his age then
That whole discussion of “taking away the athleticism” doesn’t make any sense . It’s like saying I’m the purest chef…if you take away the cooking.
Jordan better than Kobe and Paul Pierce. Kobe copied Jordan but wasn’t that
Bringing up LeBron so much is cringey lol
One thing u gotta stop is finding anyway to bring up LeBron u act like dawg ur son😂 should not be ur only way to make a conversation dawg
It was nice listening to Paul
Best mid range shooter
The espn boys lmaoo
1:29:25 that's how I felt when I won the championship in rocket League😂😂
Jordan was Jordan before Phil got there.
Dirk
loser
Great episode
Dammm didn’t talk bout rondo once smh
everyone talks about the best never stick on an era, there will never be an overall goat without taking stats into considerations. best are best and then elite and someone who trying to attain that
This interview is in your Top 5 Unc 🔥
How Paul get at LeBron and KD for leaving theirs teams but then he turned around and admitted that he was wanting to leave theirs Celtics untill they were able to get KG and Ray! The hypocrisy of these players be crazy. Bro at the end of the day, everyone needs help to win a championship regardless of who you are.
Two uncs with a microphone 😂😂 great content
LeBron has blemishes we are just waiting for it to come out. The sport enhancements, the girls, the Delonte West situation, etc. But Lebron is overly criticized.
Love both these guys, they never fail to get me smiling & laughing 😂
I agree. The Truth IS better than Dwade. Duhhh
1:51:42 "Could you tell that KG was getting under people's skin?" Great question Shay! 😂