Paul Pierce Fired By ESPN, Following Instagram Live Post .
The NBA legend live streamed a video of himself
with several exotic dancers over the weekend.
None of the participants
in the video appeared
to be adhering to
social distancing protocols.
ESPN is owned by the family
oriented Walt Disney Company.
The network has not commented on the severing
of ties between the former Celtic and ESPN.
Pierce had been an analyst on the shows
'NBA Countdown' and 'The Jump' since 2017. .
He seemed to strike a defiant tone on Twitter
following the news of his firing.
Big Things coming soon stay tuned make sure u smile #Truthshallsetufree, Paul Piece, Twitter, via CNN.
I can't lose even when I lose
I'm winning, Paul Piece, Twitter, via CNN