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"He was a son of a b----. To put it mildly…" - Dominique Wilkins thinks Kawhi Leonard wouldn't stand a chance guarding prime Larry Bird
Dominique Wilkins explained why Larry Bird would beat Kawhi Leonard in a one-on-one battle, citing Bird's elite size and skill for that era.
The best songs of 2025 (so far)
Is early summer too early to start rounding up the best songs of 2025 so far? Given how many bangers we’ve already been ...
"I like it at certain times" - Larry Bird revealed what kind of 3-point shots he didn't like taking
Larry Bird revealed why he avoided certain 3-point shots during his legendary career — and shared his thoughts on today's NBA ...
"This giant Cadillac was being a real d–k" - Ex-Celtics beat writer recalls Larry Bird rage-baiting him in traffic
Shaughnessy shared a great Bird Story on "NBA History & Storytellers on CLNS," recalling how the Celtics legend provoked him ...
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Larry Bird believed fans could relate to his no-flash grit over MJ or Magic
Larry Bird believed fans related more to his gritty, no-flash style than to Magic Johnson or Michael Jordan. His fame came ...
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Larry Bird skipped farewell tour and quietly retired from the NBA
Larry Bird chose dignity over drama when he retired from the NBA in 1992. Unlike many stars who embraced farewell tours, Bird ...
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"People can identify with me more than they can with somebody like a Magic or Michael" - Larry Bird knew fans could easily relate to him
"People can identify with me more than they can with somebody like a Magic or Michael" - Larry Bird knew fans could easily ...
Charles Barkley Makes Feelings Clear About Celtics Legend Larry Bird
Larry Bird is one of the most iconic players in NBA history. The Indiana State legend spent all 13 seasons of his pro career playing for the Boston Celtics. O ...
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What do we know about Larry Bird’s years as a high school hoop star? This book tells the tales.
As if by Magic” details how the Hick from French Lick got started on his way to becoming Larry Legend of the Boston Celtics ...
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"Our defense was the main problem" - Larry Bird blasted the Celtics after Game 6 loss in 1984 Finals vs. Lakers
In the 1984 Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers, Larry Bird emerged as the driving force for his squad — and not just on the court. The legendary forward knew how hard it ...