Paul Pierce Reveals Huge Monthly Income in Child Support Fight

NBA legend Paul Pierce is making headlines again — this time for revealing his massive monthly earnings in a legal battle with his ex, Princess Santiago. The basketball icon, whose playing days are behind him, has laid out his finances in court documents that show he's still pulling in serious money.

According to the filings, Pierce's average monthly income was $128,000 in 2025, climbing to $165,000 per month in the first half of 2026. The bulk of his earnings come from media deals and partnerships, including payments from Fox and various streaming platforms.

In 2025 alone, Pierce received $1.5 million from Fox and another $713,000 for his own show on the network. The program, co-hosted by Joy Taylor, was canceled mid-year after she was let go, but the financial impact seems minimal given the numbers.

Beyond television, Pierce earns from commissions: $350,000 in 2025 and $386,000 in 2026. He also reported $92,000 in royalties from DraftKings, $10,000 from YouTube, $60,000 from Fanatics, $29,000 from NBA Properties, and $281,000 from his own YouTube sports show, 'No Fouls Given.'

His expenses are hefty too: in the first six months of 2026, he spent $121,000 on legal fees, $12,000 on travel, $9,000 on meals, and $1,000 on security. Pierce argues these costs justify his position against Santiago's request for $30,000 per month in child support — he believes $4,000 is fairer.

Pierce admits he earned a fortune during his NBA career but insists his current income doesn't match those peak years. The court will now decide whether his lifestyle aligns with the requested support, and the case has already drawn public attention, highlighting the financial realities of retired athletes.