Photo: Paul Pierce/Twitter

Suns power forward Chimezie Metu has stepped up to defend NBA legend Paul Pierce, who has been facing criticism for his recent controversial comments.

The former Celtics star sparked a debate when he claimed that he was better than Dwyane Wade, prompting a strong response from recently retired player Udonis Haslem.

In a tweet, Metu addressed the ongoing criticism, stating, “Y’all gon stop getting on this app and disrespecting Paul Pierce like he not one of the best to ever do it. It’s getting crazy.”

The online defense by Metu comes as a show of support for Paul Pierce, acknowledging the undeniable impact the former NBA star has had on the game of basketball.

Despite the debates, Pierce’s legacy as one of the all-time greats remains intact, and his contributions to the sport continue to be celebrated by fellow players and fans alike.