Paul Pierce was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

On Tuesday (Oct. 7), the NBA Hall of Famer was found asleep behind the wheel of his SUV at 10:30 p.m. on the 101 Freeway. According to NBC 4 Los Angeles, law enforcement in the area had responded to a car accident, and once the lanes were cleared, they noticed a Range Rover in traffic lanes south of the multi-vehicle crash.

“When officers approached, they found the driver, later identified as Paul Pierce, asleep at the wheel,” replayed CHP. “Officers noted signs of alcohol impairment and conducted a DUI investigation.”

The 47-year-old was taken in for a suspicion of misdemeanor DUI and released from police custody. VIBE has contacted a representative for a statement on

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