Ex-NBA Star Paul Pierce Says He’s ‘Drowning Financially’
Source: The Root · Oct 27, 2026
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- 01Despite approximately $200 million in NBA career earnings, Paul Pierce claims financial distress after losing a Fox Sports job paying $100,000 a month.
- 02Pierce reports no guaranteed monthly income and says his business ventures brought in $23,000 last month. Court documents list $300,000 in cash and $3 million in property assets.
- 03He claims $96,000 in monthly expenses, including $28,000 in child support, $20,000 in spousal support and $48,000 in recurring bills.
- 04Princess Santiago disputes his financial account and seeks $30,000 a month in child support. Pierce is asking a judge to reject her additional requests for $40,000 in legal fees and $10,000 for a forensic accountant.
- 05For Black athletes building lasting wealth, the dispute highlights the difference between substantial career earnings and enough ongoing income to cover post-retirement obligations.
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Paul PiercePrincess SantiagoFox SportsBoston CelticsNBATMZYahoo SportsJulie Landrum
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