Paul Pierce
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Paul Anthony Pierce is an American former professional basketball player. He played 19 seasons in the National Basketball Association, predominantly with the Boston Celtics.
Pierce with the Boston Celtics in 2008
Pierce attempting a dunk in January 2000.
Pierce at the Celtics' 2008 championship parade.
Pierce being defended by LeBron James in October 2008.
1998 NBA draft
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The 1998 NBA draft took place on June 24, 1998, at General Motors Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This draft helped turn around four struggling franchises: the Dallas Mavericks, the Sacr
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…honors as a junior playing college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks. After being chosen by the Boston Celtics with the 10th overall pick in the 1998 NBA draft, Pierce spent the first 15 years of his career with Boston. Pierce's nickname, "the Truth," was given to him by Shaquille O'Neal in 2001. He earned 10…
Mike Bibby was selected second overall by the Vancouver Grizzlies.
Antawn Jamison was selected 4th overall by the Toronto Raptors (traded to the Golden State Warriors).
Vince Carter was selected 5th overall by the Golden State Warriors (traded to the Toronto Raptors).
Dirk Nowitzki was selected 9th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks (traded to the Dallas Mavericks).