Former NBA star Paul Pierce says he is financially struggling
The short version
- Paul Pierce earned more than $190 million during his NBA career.
- He says he is 'drowning financially' despite his earnings.
- Pierce is a Hall of Famer and former Boston Celtics player.
What we don’t know yet
- The exact amount of financial loss or debt Pierce faces.
- The current status of the custody battle.
- The specific financial obligations driving his financial distress.
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