In Paul Pierce's mind, the dislike for the New York Knicks has only grown since his trade from the Boston Celtics to the Brooklyn Nets.

"I think the hate [for the Knicks] has grown a little. Everybody knows how much I disliked the Knicks when I was with the Celtics, but I think it's grown to another level," Pierce said. "I think it's time for the Nets to start running this city."

Pierce believes the Nets are the most talented team in the NBA, but he knows they will have to gel on the court.

"I want to be that guy that says I was one of the first guys to put a banner in Brooklyn," he said.