Pauling with the law on Paul Pierce. His veteran star NBA and champion in 2008 with their Boston CelticsHe was arrested this week in Los Angeles suspected that he was driving alcohol, as police said on Thursday.
Paul Pierce was found sleeping at the helm of his vehicle on a highway shortly before midnight on Tuesday, according to California Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred at a time when several traffic lanes remained closed due to a traffic accident. When the road opened again, the police observed a Range Rover stopped and approached for search. “Officers found indications of alcohol consumption and proceeded with checks,” the traffic accident said, adding that the case would be forwarded to the Los Angeles prosecutor’s office.
A member of the famous “Big Three” of the Celtics-along with Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen-and ten-time All-Star, 47-year-old Pierce had emerged as MVP of the final in the year Boston won the championship in 2008. Born in California, he completed his 2017 championship.