Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce, once a vocal challenger of LeBron James’ GOAT status, now acknowledges the Lakers star’s place in the conversation.
During an appearance on The Draymond Green Show, Pierce reflected on his previous remarks and admitted LeBron’s greatness.
“I’ve never said LeBron wasn’t top five,” Pierce clarified, via HoopsHype, highlighting his shift in perspective following James’ monumental achievements.
Pierce’s initial comments stemmed from the 2020 NBA bubble playoffs, where he questioned James’ legacy if the Lakers failed to advance.
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