As the NBA playoffs reach the conference semifinals, a former player and NBA champion who had his fair share of big moments during this time of year is speaking out on who players prefer as their mate. Former Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce who’s known for his at times outlandish takes has caused a bit of a stir with his most recent comments.
Paul Pierce Says Marriage Is For Old People and Poor People
During a recent episode of “The Truth After Dark” podcast, “The Truth” as he’s also known, said he would never get married and gave some crazy reasons why.
When asked if he would get married, Pierce responds:
“Hell no…It’s gonna be based off sex and once that wears down you’re gonna find somebody else that’s better”
Pierce explains who he thinks the concept of marriage is most suited “The Truth” says marriage is for poor people and old people, in explaining why it offers no advantage for a man.
These views might shock you as chauvinistic or non-conventional but back in February on the same pod Pierce offered his view on why most NBA players would rather date a white woman. Not only did Pierce say it, the 10-time All-Star then gave his reasoning for his such remarks. That seemingly caught the show’s host off guard as she had to then account for the many different reactions from the crowd.
Pierce Didn’t Hold Back In His Reasoning Why NBA Players Players Prefer White Women
“I honestly think that maybe they appreciate more and apologize more. They don’t mind being held accountable.”
Pierce isn’t the first player to express this idea. Five-time time NBA champion and rebounding savant Dennis Rodman has gone on record numerous times pretty much saying the same thing.
Rodman Does Oprah Says Same Thing
During a 1996 interview with Oprah Winfrey, Rodman mentioned how Black women refused to accept him for who he was and even called him ugly. That is until he made it and became a famous athlete with the world in the palm of his hand.
Both Pierce and Rodman are saying white women make things easier and in so many words bring the peace that men crave.
Pierce Carved Out Illustrious NBA Career
As a player himself the former Kansas Jayhawks standout did work on the hardwood. Known as one of the best clutch players during his 19-year career, Pierce led the Celtics to the 2008 NBA championship along with Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen. It was the legendary franchise’s first title since 1986 and their last title until last year’s title win.
For his career Pierce averaged 19.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. The four-time All-NBA selection is also a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and a member of the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team.
