Retired professional basketball player Paul Pierce has disclosed detailed financial information showing he continues to earn substantial income years after his playing career ended, according to court documents filed in connection with a child support dispute.
The former Boston Celtics star submitted financial records covering 2025 and the first six months of 2026 as part of his legal battle with Princess Santiago, his former partner. The documents reveal Pierce averaged $128,000 in monthly income during 2025, a figure that increased to $165,000 per month through June 2026.
According to court filings obtained by TMZ, Pierce's largest single income source in 2025 came from Fox, which paid him $1.5 million that year. He received an additional $713,000 for a program he co-hosted on the network alongside Joy Taylor. That show was terminated in mid-2025 following Taylor's departure from Fox.
The financial disclosure shows Pierce earned $350,000 in commissions during 2025, with that figure rising to $386,000 in the first half of 2026. His income streams extend across multiple platforms and partnerships, reflecting the diverse revenue opportunities available to high-profile former athletes.
Additional revenue sources documented in the filing include a $92,000 royalty payment from DraftKings, $60,000 from Fanatics, and $29,000 from NBA properties. Pierce also reported $10,000 in YouTube income and $281,000 from "No Fouls Given," a YouTube sports program he hosts.
The documents detail Pierce's expenditures for the first six months of 2026, which included $121,000 in legal fees, $12,000 on travel, $9,000 on meals, $1,000 on security services, and various other expenses.
The financial disclosure comes as Pierce contests Santiago's request for $30,000 in monthly child support payments. Pierce has argued the appropriate amount should be approximately $4,000 per month. While acknowledging his substantial earnings during his NBA career, Pierce maintains his current income does not match his previous playing-day compensation.
The case highlights the complex financial considerations that arise in child support determinations involving high-earning individuals whose income may fluctuate significantly after retirement from professional sports. Courts typically consider both parties' current financial circumstances and the standard of living established during the relationship when calculating support obligations.
Pierce spent 19 seasons in the NBA, earning 10 All-Star selections and winning an NBA championship with the Celtics in 2008. His transition to media work and business ventures has provided continued income, though at levels below his peak playing salary.
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