sentences:  With a new coach of Trent Robinson and new halves partner of James Maloney, Pearce's form was improving from previous seasons and later played in the 2013 State of Origin series, playing in all 3 matches at halfback alongside Maloney in the 2-1 series loss.In Round 23 against the Wests Tigers, Pearce played his 150th NRL career match and scored 2 tries in the 56-14 win at Sydney Football Stadium.Pearce would help the Roosters to win the Minor Premiership and later made it into the 2013 NRL Grand Final where they played against the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles.