Paul Pierce recently discussed an on court altercation between Dennis Smith Jr. and Kyrie Irving.

Irving had no hard feelings after the exchange, saying that it was just the emotion behind the game. However, Pierce believes that Smith Jr. was not in the position to talk trash towards Irving after a hard foul.

“This is Kyrie Irving, Dennis Smith Jr.” Pierce said. “I’m saying Dennis Smith Jr. needs to stay in his lane.”

Paul believes, even though he understands why the rookie was upset, you don’t go out of your way to talk trash to someone with the stature of Kyrie Irving.

Pierce did comment on how he liked Smith Jr.’s competitive nature, but still believes he needs to stay in his lane.