# Paul Pierce child support dispute > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/paul-pierce-child-support-dispute > Updated: 2026-08-02T18:30:00.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2. Former NBA star Paul Pierce has been forced to disclose his post‑retirement earnings in a court battle with ex‑partner Princess Santiago over child‑support obligations for their son, King Rafael. Court filings show Pierce earned roughly $128,000 per month in 2025 and about $165,000 per month in the first half of 2026, with income coming from a Fox contract, a cancelled TV show, commissions, DraftKings royalties, Fanatics payments, NBA Properties, and his YouTube program “No Fouls Given.” Santiago is seeking $30,000 per month in child support and $100,000 in legal fees. Pierce argues the appropriate amount is closer to $4,000 per month, noting he already pays $24,000 monthly child support for other children and $20,000 in spousal support. He also listed expenses—including $121,000 in legal fees, travel, meals and security—and is pursuing joint legal and physical custody of his son. The disclosures and arguments were presented in filings released in late July and early August 2026, highlighting the financial scope of the dispute and the competing positions of the parties. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-02: Paul Pierce's Income Disclosed in Child Support Court Battle Paul Pierce disclosed $128k‑$165k monthly earnings while fighting Princess Santiago’s $30k child‑support demand, citing multiple media income streams and $121k legal costs. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pierces-income-disclosed-in-child-support-court-battle ### 2026-07-31: Paul Pierce reveals $165k monthly income in child‑support case Paul Pierce disclosed $165k monthly earnings as he fights Princess Santiago’s $30k child‑support demand, citing lower post‑NBA income and existing support obligations. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nba-hall-of-famer-paul-pierce-challenges-30000-monthly-child-support-claim --- Cite as: Paul Pierce child support dispute. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/paul-pierce-child-support-dispute