Paul Pierce, also known as The Truth, was honoured in Boston on Sunday night following the Celtics’ 121-99 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. His number 34 was retired and raised to the rafters in a touching ceremony that included former coach Doc Rivers, former teammate Kevin Garnett, as well as many others close to the Celtics’ great.
Pierce sits second all-time on the Celtics’ scoring list with 24,021, trailing only John Havlicek (26,395). He leads the franchise in three-pointers, free throws, and steals while falling into the top ten in games played, minutes played, rebounds, field goals, assists, points per game, blocks, and more.
Here are a few beautiful photos from the evening to honour The Truth:
1. Raising of the banner
2. Shedding a tear
3. Kevin Garnett showing support
4. Real recognize real
5. Trophy looks on
6. A smile from The Truth
7. Fan showing respect
8. The great
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