Paul Pierce opened up about how he and Kevin Garnett sensed their Celtics run was winding down long before the blockbuster trade to Brooklyn. After Ray Allen left and the team struggled against the Knicks in the 2013 playoffs, Pierce said it was clear age and injuries were catching up. What stands out is how Danny Ainge handled it—being upfront and letting them choose their next chapter instead of just shipping them off. That kind of respect in pro sports is rare. How do you feel about teams involving veterans in these big decisions? #Sports #Basketball #Celtics