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Boston Celtics News / ClutchPoints / May 12
Jayson Tatum on pace with Larry Bird, John Havlicek in Celtics playoff feat
The Boston Celtics have reclaimed the lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers in their conference semifinal series after winning Game 3. Jayson Tatum led the way with 33 points, 13 rebounds and six assists to win 106-93, giving Boston a 2-1 advantage.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 10
The NBA's global reach has brought in its best players
With Nikola Jokic being named NBA MVP this week, that runs the streak to six straight MVP awards being won by an international player.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 10
YouTube Gold: Five Mistakes In The 1978 Draft 
That’s what happens when you pass on a legend The 1978 NBA Draft was legendary for one main reason: Larry Bird was a junior at Indiana State but technically eligible to be drafted since he had spent his first year (sort of anyway) at Indiana.
NBA News / ClutchPoints / May 7
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s eye-opening take on facing peak Michael Jordan
One of the most entertaining aspects of NBA interviews is seeing fellow legends give each other props. Michael Jordan, of course, is one of the most talked about former players when people discuss the league’s history.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / April 22
YouTube Gold: Two Great Muggsy Bogues Stories
Bogues was perhaps the most unusual player in the history of the NBA. Someone once said that we’re much more likely to see another Larry Bird before we’ll see another Muggsy Bogues and that’s hard to argue with.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / April 18
YouTube Gold: A Young Larry Bird
He wasn’t what he would be, but even at this early age, Bird was a great player. Larry Bird’s story is well-known now of course: a poor kid from French Lick who went to Indiana to play for Bob Knight but, bullied by Kent Benson, left after just a few weeks.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 15
Michael Jordan Never Viewed Himself As Better Player Than Magic Johnson, Larry Bird: ‘I Don’t Put Myself Above Them’
Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird are three of the best players in NBA history. Each superstar won multiple championships, regular-season MVPs and Finals MVPs and got inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 13
Michael Jordan Was Already The GOAT To Larry Bird When He Retired For 1st Time: ‘No One Was Ever Better Than Him’
When Michael Jordan retired from the NBA in 1993, he was a three-time champion, a three-time Finals MVP and a three-time regular-season MVP. The Chicago Bulls superstar accomplished all those feats in nine years and left the league on top.
NBA News / FirstSportz / March 31
JJ Redick doubles down on Larry Bird is not ‘Top 5 three-point shooter of all time’ claim
JJ Redick, on an episode of the ‘FLAGRANT’ podcast alongside Andrew Schulz, was asked about many different aspects of the NBA, including his take on the greatest shooters ever.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / March 27
LeBron James Destroys The Narrative On Favorable 1-On-1 Matchup In Real Game: 'This Is Not Jordan vs. Bird Nintendo'
LeBron James, in a candid discussion on the "Mind The Game" podcast, dismantled the prevailing narrative surrounding favorable one-on-one matchups in basketball.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 25
Larry Bird's Reaction To His Famous 1985 Bar Fight Resurfaces: 'I Like To Drink Beer And Go Out'
In 1985, Larry Bird's involvement in a bar fight during the Eastern Conference Finals tarnished his reputation, revealing his fallibility. Despite the
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / March 18
NBA futures: Jayson Tatum for MVP at odds of +5000 may be a worthy wager
The Celtics' Jayson Tatum is having a great season, so why what's up with his MVP odds? Chris Sheridan takes a look.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 12
Boston Celtics Destroy Portland Trail Blazers With 1 Performance Never Seen Before In Franchise History (Not Even During Larry Bird’s Era)
After taking a couple of stumbles recently, the Boston Celtics are back to their winning ways. The Celtics rebounded from consecutive losses to the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Denver Nuggets during the start of their current road trip by taking down the Phoenix Suns and the Portland Trail Blazers last Sunday and Monday, respectively.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Hoosier Illustrated / February 25
Larry Bird discusses Indiana basketball and one of the biggest ‘what-ifs’ in program history
Larry Bird needs no real introduction. He’s a Hall of Fame player, won NBA Coach of the Year and Executive of the Year during his 13 years playing and 20+ years working in the NBA.
Kentucky Wildcats News / FanNation Wildcats Today / February 22
NBA legend wanted to be a Kentucky Wildcat
The Kentucky Wildcats have a legacy of producing NBA players. 132 players have gone on to play for an NBA team after leaving Lexington. This extensive list includes some of the game's best, but it had the opportunity to include one more household name.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / February 21
Eddie Johnson Recalls Trash-Talking Encounter with Larry Bird
In an episode of “Oddball” with Amin Elhassan and Charlotte Wilder, Phoenix Suns play-by-play announcer and former 6th Man of the Year, Eddie Johnson, shared his experiences of trash-talking with Larry Bird.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18
Jayson Tatum surprises fans with his admission at All-Star Game
Jayson Tatum had a very cool moment at Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game … but one that feels like it should have happened a long time ago.
NBA News / FirstSportz / February 18
Where Does Larry Bird Live? All houses owned by Larry Legend
An all-time great, Larry Joe Bird is a former basketball player, coach and Executive at the National Basketball Association. One of the best forwards of his generation, Larry Legend won three NBA Championships with the Boston Celtics in 1981, 1984 and 1986.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 14
Jayson Tatum eclipses a longstanding Larry Bird record
You know you're on the path to greatness when you've surpassed or even matched a Larry Legend achievement.
Indiana State Sycamores News / Yardbarker / February 12
Indiana State ranked for first time since Larry Bird days
Indiana State made its season debut in the Associated Press men's college basketball poll on Monday. It's also the Sycamores' first time as a top-25 ranked program since the days of Hall of Famer Larry Bird.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 12
Larry Bird's Younger Brother Eddie Almost Played In The NBA After Successful College Career
Larry Bird is a name that resonates with basketball fans all over the world. Known for his incredible skills on the court and his legendary career in the NBA, Larry Bird has left an indelible mark on the sport.
Chicago Bulls News / FanNation All Bulls / December 3
The notion about Michael Jordan's lack of team-first mentality was debunked by Larry Bird: "He didn't have a team"
While he is, without a doubt, the basketball’s greatest player, Michael Jordan still gained plenty of criticism about not being a team player – specifically during his early superstardom in the Chicago Bulls.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 4, 2023
Amico: Larry Bird Called, And I Almost Wrecked
When Larry Bird returned my call, I practically drove off the road. The year was 2008 and I was doing a story on the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / March 9, 2023
Jayson Tatum approaching Celtics record held by Larry Bird
If all goes well, Tatum will own the Celtics' record soon. More impressively, he'll be passing Bird twice atop the franchise leaderboard to do so, which isn't too shabby.
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