May 23, 2008

A Field Guide to Paul Pierce's Threatening Gestures

Seen in last night's game...The One Up - commonly used to signify the start of a one minute countdown until shooting and/or fighting begins. The One Down - used after the one minute countdown, this is a last resort warning that Pierce will begin to attack.

The Saxophone - Paul Pierce is about to play some Kenny G ish on yo dome.


The Double Mash - though Pierce's face shows glee, this action signifies an impending assault with Pierce's two balled fists.


The Duck Down - this move is a threatening maneuver warning the recipient to lower they head lest they receive punishment.

The "Chill, Homie" - Pierce is warning his antagonist to "check" themselves prior to "wrecking" themselves.

The That's Amore - this gesture, which emulates Italian Mafioso figures, is a signal that Pierce is well connected and will not hesitate to use these connections maliciously.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Well done.

I think Pierce showed veteran savvy when decided keep his super level 3 secret gesture: The "SUCK ON THIS" until perhaps when they have a "strangle"hold in the series...

Tuffy said...

What's his hand signal for "you better shoot me 'cause the knife don't even slow me down, bitch"?

TheJourneyBegins said...

I love his face on the "Chill, homie" gesture.