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Pierce Returning to Celtics

[photogallerylink id=31248 align=right] Paul Pierce opted out of the final year of his contract with the Celtics, worth $21.5 million.  But according to Steve Bulpett of the Boston Herald, Pierce will remain with the team he has played for his entire career.   The deal is for 4 years, $61 million, with the first 3 years guaranteed.  All NBA free agents can not officially sign with teams until July 8th. 

Pierce is coming of a trip to his second NBA Finals.  He average 18.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game in the regular season.  Pierce has made 8 All-Star games in 12 seasons.

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