Kobe Bryant’s new book, The Mamba Mentality, was just released and in it, he discusses many of the greatest players he ever played against, including Paul Pierce and Tracy McGrady.

The two former NBA stars were on The Jump and discussed their thoughts on what Kobe had to say about them as players. When referencing The Truth, he said that Paul was one of the toughest players he ever had to guard because of the way he understood the game and positioned himself on the court. Naturally, Pierce was elated to hear this.

“That’s what I’m talking about Kobe,” Pierce said. “Finally some respect around here!”