Paul Pierce Reveals $165,000 Monthly Income During Child Support Dispute
NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce has disclosed details of his finances as part of an ongoing child support case involving his former partner, Princess Santiago. Court filings show that the former Boston Celtics star currently earns an average of about $165,000 per month, information submitted as part of his response to Santiago’s request for higher child support.
Income Detailed in Court Documents
According to the filings, Pierce’s average monthly income increased from approximately $128,000 in 2025 to around $165,000 during the first half of 2026. His earnings now come from several post-retirement ventures rather than NBA salaries.
His reported sources of income include:
- Television work with Fox
- Royalties from DraftKings
- Payments from Fanatics
- Income from NBA Properties
- Revenue from his YouTube basketball show “No Fouls Given”
- Other commissions and media-related projects
Child Support Dispute
Princess Santiago has asked the court to award about $30,000 per month in child support, along with legal fees. Pierce is opposing the request, arguing that it does not accurately reflect his current financial situation after retirement from the NBA. Instead, he has proposed paying approximately $4,145 per month.
Pierce also stated that he already has significant financial obligations, including child and spousal support for other children, and argued that his income is expected to decline once certain television-related payments end.
Pierce Says NBA-Era Earnings Are in the Past
In his filing, Pierce emphasized that although he earned more than $200 million during his 19-year NBA career, those salaries no longer reflect his present financial circumstances. He asked the court to base any support order on his current earnings, not on the contracts he received as an active player.
Case Still Ongoing
The dispute also includes issues related to custody. Pierce is seeking joint legal and physical custody, while Santiago has requested sole custody of their child. No final ruling has been issued, and the case remains before the court.
The Bottom Line
Paul Pierce’s court filings have provided a rare look at his post-retirement finances, revealing an average monthly income of around $165,000. While his former partner is seeking nearly $30,000 per month in child support, Pierce argues that his current income and existing financial commitments justify a substantially lower payment. The matter will ultimately be decided by the court.