Paul Pierce Comments on Retirement Plans Following Loss to Trail Blazers

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul Pierce stated he’s unsure whether he’ll be back for another season after the team was eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night.

Arash Markazi of ESPN noted the 38-year-old star called it a “50-50” decision regarding potential retirement. Clippers sideline reporter Kristina Pink added Pierce wanted to avoid making an emotional decision right after the postseason exit.

Los Angeles won its first two games against the Blazers to open the playoffs. The Clippers lost the next two in Portland, however, and then Chris Paul and Blake Griffin were both sidelined by injuries, transforming the team from a potential sleeper into an also-ran.

Pierce played an extremely minor role in the series, even after the team’s leading scorers were forced out of the lineup. He averaged only 1.2 points and 1.2 rebounds while shooting …

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