WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 09: Paul Pierce #34 of the Washington Wizards is mobbed by teammates after hitting the game winning shot to give the Wizards a 103-101 win over Atlanta Hawks during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center on May 9, 2015 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 09: Paul Pierce #34 of the Washington Wizards is mobbed by teammates after hitting the game winning shot to give the Wizards a 103-101 win over Atlanta Hawks during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center on May 9, 2015 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)


After Atlanta went on a 17-0 run to bring themselves within three late in the fourth quarter; the Washington Wizards still escaped defeat by the hands of none other than “The Truth” Paul Pierce.

Jaz August

With 14 seconds left in the fourth quarter, tied 101-101, Paul Pierce s an incredible buzzer beating shot over 3 defenders to give the Wizards the victory. Paul Pierce aka “The Truth” is well known for his clutch shots and ability to come through under pressure.

It’s well documented that Paul Pierce feels what he did tonight is the reason he came to the team. To give a group of young guys veteran experience and be their closer is pivotal points in the game.

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