I knew they were under stress, so I broke them: Larry Bird reflects on his 1988 three-point contest in a rare throwback confession

Larry Bird's legendary confidence was on full display during the 1988 NBA Three-Point Contest when he famously asked ...
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Larry Bird recalled the exact moment he realized he was a real champion

It's hard to think of a game in which Larry Bird did not play at a high level during his NBA career. However, it's also hard to believe that, as great a player as he was, he didn't really think of ...

“I think Magic’s probably as sick and tired of all this as I am” – Larry Bird once reflected on his rivalry with Magic Johnson long before it began

Larry Bird initially found the media-driven rivalry with Magic Johnson unfair, believing it overshadowed other stars and ...
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Top Moments: Larry Bird displays court instincts on grand stage

One of the most intelligent players in history, Larry Bird, makes arguably the best play of his career in the 1981 Finals. From NBA.com Staff Larry Bird rebounds his own miss and scores in one smooth ...
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Larry Bird knew he still had it after hitting 20 shots in a row in his 60s: "I can still play a little"

Larry Bird knew he still had it after hitting 20 shots in a row in his 60s: "I can still play a little" originally appeared on Basketball Network. Nothing ever stopped Larry Bird from retiring when he ...
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Legendary Moments in NBA history: Larry Bird's left-handed triple-double

On February 14, 1986, Larry Bird delivered an iconic game, notching a 47-point triple-double while playing mostly with his left hand.