Larry Bird, the legendary Boston Celtics forward, recently expressed his belief that the evolution of the three-point shot has been beneficial for the NBA. Bird, who played a pivotal role in popularizing the three-pointer during the 1980s, noted that the increased emphasis on long-range shooting has enhanced the game’s excitement and strategic complexity. The […]
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Larry Bird and Magic Johnson’s rivalry is legendary in basketball history, beginning with their iconic face-off in the 1979 NCAA Championship game. Bird’s Indiana State Sycamores, undefeated at 33-0, faced Johnson’s Michigan State Spartans. The game, which Michigan State won 75-64, remains the highest-rated college basketball game ever, largely due to the Bird-Johnson matchup. […]
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The Boston Celticsā (25-9) are set to face the Houston Rockets (22-11) on January 3, 2025, at the Toyota Center. The Celtics are favored by 3 points, with an over/under set at 220.5 points. **Team Performance and Key Players** The Celtics have been performing strongly, averaging 119.7 points per game on 46% shooting, […]
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Larry Bird is by far the greatest small forward in NBA history. Bird’s unmatched versatility, including elite shooting, passing, rebounding, and defense, made him a three-time MVP. His clutch performances and competitive spirit were legendary, often willing the Celtics to victory. Bird’s leadership and basketball IQ were off the charts, guiding the Celtics to three […]
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Larry Bird was known to be a fiery character always and he didn’t hold back after losing game 6 of 1984 NBA finals against the Lakers and went after David Stern. Larry Bird was always known to be vocal when it mattered. One of the instances of him being a bit too vocal […]
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Hall of Famer Larry Bird says folks need to stop whining about LeBron James NBA great Larry Bird has received some consideration when it comes to debate about the best player in league history. While he is deserving, Bird is also honest. He kept it real when he was recently asked LeBron […]
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The debate over the greatest basketball player of all time is one that has captivated fans for decades. Among the most frequently mentioned names are Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, and Michael Jordan. Each of these legends has left an indelible mark on the sport, but determining who reigns supreme involves examining their careers from various […]
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The Boston Celtics legend was the north star of my youth, present in every debate and stretch of silence with my dad. This was true on the night when my world stopped, leaving me on a sidewalk seeing stars. You first see Larry Bird’s jumper up close in December 1984 at the Omni […]
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