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"I have no idea if I'll play again" - When Larry Bird gave a shocking statement about his playing future
Larry Bird admitted his uncertain NBA future, as back issues began to overshadow his legendary career, signaling the beginning of the end.
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"I think money is way overrated" - Larry Bird on why he didn't enjoy being a rich NBA superstar
Despite the financial rewards that came with his success, Bird candidly shared that money never brought him genuine happiness. "I always felt that I was going to do something in life where I could be secure and now I feel secure.
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"Just show up, pick up the check, and go home, that's my motto now" - Larry Bird delivered an iconic one-liner after securing his second 3-Point crown in 1987
"Just show up, pick up the check and go home, that's my motto now." Other participants in the 1987 3-Point contest included Celtics' teammate Danny Ainge, Dale Ellis, Craig Hodges, Mark Price, Byron Scott,
Meme Unfairly Compares NBA Great Larry Bird To Kyle Korver
That was displayed with a recent meme of NBA great Larry Bird and Kyle Korver. It suggested Bird would be the equivalent to Korver in today's game. No way. Korver had a solid career as one of the best 3-pointers in league history.
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Larry Bird admits his injuries made him appreciate Kobe more: "I know what he's been through"
Bird, who had to retire early, admitted Bryant's resilience to keep playing through injuries made him admire him even more.
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Robert Parish admits Larry Bird was sometimes tough to deal with: "Larry could be a real pain in the backside when things weren't going his way"
Parish said Bird, the once-fiery and trash-talking leader, became noticeably irritable toward the end of his career.
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Larry Bird admits the '80s Celtics underachieved despite winning three titles: "I always thought we left them on the table"
Larry admits the Boston Celtics could have won more titles in the 1980s due to injuries and missed opportunities.
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Larry Bird scoffs at Michael Jordan's claim he could beat all Hornets players one-on-one: "He'd have to prove that to me!"
Michael Jordan's ownership tenure of the Charlotte Hornets had ups and downs. The team struggled to make a significant impact, with limited playoff success and a revolving door of coaching changes. At one point,
NBA champion with the Nuggets makes something clear to Larry Bird for trashing him years earlier
Denver Nuggets big man and NBA champion DeAndre Jordan hasn’t forgotten the harsh criticism he received from Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird prior to his draft. Before every NBA Draft, speculation runs rampant about the potential careers of incoming rookies.
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"I'm liked by my mom, that's all that matters" - Larry Bird had a great way of dealing with other people's opinions
I'm liked by my mom, that's all that matters." Larry stands out among NBA superstars for his remarkable ability to remain unfazed by criticisms. Early on in his career, "Larry Legend" already understood and embraced the truth that it is impossible to satisfy everyone.
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Larry Bird explains why broken air conditioning at Boston Garden never bothered him: "Growing up, I played on the asphalt when it was 95 degrees"
Long before the Boston Celtics moved to TD Garden in 1995, their home was the historic Boston Garden — a venue beloved by locals but loathed by nearly every visiting team. Built in 1928, the arena lacked many modern amenities,
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"It was the craziest thing I've seen" - Paul George recalled when Larry Bird left everyone at Pacers practice "speechless"
Larry Bird's greatness isn't just a thing of the past — it's the kind of talent that never fades. NBA star Paul George once shared a story proving exactly that. In a 2013 Q&A, the nine-time All-Star recalled a random Indiana Pacers practice where an unannounced guest took center stage: Bird himself,