Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce, 46, sustained a gruesome finger injury that required surgery. The incident left the tip of his right ring finger bent sideways and bloodied, as revealed in a series of Instagram posts by the Hall of Famer.
Hall of Fame basketball star Paul Pierce has suffered a gruesome finger injury that has forced him to undergo surgery. The 46-year-old former Boston Celtics legend shared photos of the injury on his Instagram story, showing the top of his right ring finger bent sideways and bloodied. Pierce wrote in a caption that he had broken a couple of fingers and would have surgery on one.
The circumstances surrounding the injury remain unclear. Pierce had posted podcast clips earlier in the day, but it is unknown how he sustained the finger injury.
Pierce is a 19-year NBA veteran who spent 15 seasons with the Celtics, winning an NBA championship in 2008. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2021.
This is not the first serious injury Pierce has faced. In September 2000, he was stabbed 11 times at a nightclub in Boston and underwent lung surgery. The incident occurred just a month before he was to begin his third NBA season.
Despite the stabbing, Pierce went on to have a successful NBA career, averaging 19.7 points on 44.5% shooting. He was known for his clutch shooting and defensive abilities, earning the nickname "The Truth."
Pierce retired from the NBA in 2017 and has since worked as a basketball analyst for ESPN. He currently hosts a podcast called "The Truth with Paul Pierce."
The finger injury is a setback for Pierce, but it is not expected to have a significant impact on his post-basketball career. He is still an active and vocal voice in the basketball community, providing insights and analysis on the game he loves.
Pierce's injury serves as a reminder of the risks and challenges that athletes face in their pursuit of success on the court. Even after retiring, former players can still experience injuries and health issues related to their time in the game.
The Celtics organization and Pierce's fans around the world wish him a speedy recovery and hope that he can continue to share his passion for basketball with the next generation of players and fans.
