TMZ news, former NBA star Paul Pierce was arrested for drunk driving on Tuesday (local time).

According to the local patrol department, the police found the Land Rover SUV driven by Pierce parked in the traffic on Highway 101 in the San Fernando Valley, and he was asleep in the driver's seat. At that time, some lanes were closed due to a traffic accident investigation. When the road reopened around 11:35 p.m., Pierce was found sleeping.

Police stated that when in contact with Pierce, the officers noticed signs of being under the influence of alcohol and immediately launched a drunk driving investigation. Pierce was subsequently arrested on suspicion of drunk driving.

Pierce has not yet commented on the matter.