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Kicked Out of ESPN, Twitter Backlash Hits Paul Pierce Amid Attempts of Redemption With Skip Bayless

Published 03/12/2024, 2:47 PM EDT

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Once again, former NBA icon Paul Pierce is the toast of the town amid a flurry of whispers and speculation in the world of athletics. Pierce, who recently quit his position as an ESPN analyst, appears to be on the right track toward redemption, despite certain hurdles and criticism along the way.

Even with Pierce’s legendary career and indisputable basketball acumen, the idea of his collaborating with Skip Bayless on Undisputed did not get everyone’s backing. The unfavorable reaction on Twitter delivers a clear reminder of the barriers that Pierce encounters in his pursuit of atonement, even while rumors about his future professional shift continue to circulate.

Pierce’s exit from the ESPN

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Following his exit from ESPN, Pierce’s quest for redemption—especially in light of his rumored association with Skip Bayless on Undisputed—is hit with an unanticipated roadblock in the form of intense criticism on Twitter. The X handle of Legion Hoops shared a post: “REPORT: Paul Pierce will likely join Undisputed with Skip Bayless as a regular. The deal is not yet finalized but “could be as soon as this week,” per @sportsrapport”.

Paul Pierce, an era-defining basketball player known to many as “the Truth,” has a phenomenal 19-year NBA legacy. A victory in the NBA, ten All-Star appearances, and a place on the esteemed NBA 75th Anniversary Team are all part of his history. But his recent role as an ESPN analyst ended abruptly, leaving both observers and fans unsure of what was coming to him.

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Pierce’s collaboration produced a whirlwind of responses

Regarding speculations that Pierce and Skip Bayless could collaborate on Undisputed, followers and detractors alike took to Twitter to express their disapproval.

One person on Twitter voiced their dissatisfaction by saying, “No one wants this “, expressing a feeling that many others have also addressed.

Pierce’s apparent lack of demand was slammed by another user who responded, “He’s so average,” while yet another individual made the bold prediction that “this will be the worst show in the history of television 💯.” It seems that the vast majority of fans were skeptical and uneasy about the possible alliance, with many even raising doubts about its wisdom.

Continue Reading: “I’m Traumatized… Paranoid”: Surviving 11 Stabs, Paul Pierce Opens Up on Dark Nights After Flashy Celtics Days

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More comments followed, one of which wrote, “Nobody wants to listen to Paul Pierce talk ball,” underscoring the general lack of enthusiasm for the reported partnership.

In response, another user expressed disappointment, writing, “They somehow found a way to make Undisputed even worse…”

Another person mentioned, “As if I didn’t have enough reasons already not to watch that show!”

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The aforementioned comments highlight the challenging task Pierce faces in reconstructing his professional life in the face of a growing tide of doubt and criticism.

Continue Reading: “I’m Traumatized… Paranoid”: Surviving 11 Stabs, Paul Pierce Opens Up on Dark Nights After Flashy Celtics Days

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