Paul Pierce insists LeBron James should not join Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Paul Pierce stated he would not support the idea of LeBron James joining the Boston Celtics during a recent interview. Despite speculation linking James to Boston as he navigates free agency, Pierce's preference is for James to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. He added that numerous teams have shown interest in the 22-time All-Star, but suggested the Celtics fall low on the list of potential destinations.
- •Paul Pierce says he does not want LeBron on the Celtics.
- •Pierce suggests LeBron would be better off back in Cleveland.
- •Celtics not among teams heavily linked to LeBron's free agency.
- •27 teams reportedly in contact with LeBron since free agency began.
- •Speculation suggests LeBron dislikes Boston, affecting potential interest.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Pierce Reveals If He Wants LeBron James On Celtics
"The Celtics legend weighs in as LeBron's free agency continues.
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