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@jjkcharlie
2 жыл бұрын
Larry Legend.
@Elvtow
2 жыл бұрын
I guess people get surprised because they dont expect that from a white man
@pres_sotto7868
2 жыл бұрын
3-time MVP (consecutive years) in a much, much tougher league. That's Larry legend for you. He could always back up his trash talking. He's one of very few players with very high basketball IQ, which compensated for his lack of athleticism. Julius Erving (Dr. J) once said, "Bird is playing Chess while everybody else is playing checkers."
@abegoldman8749
2 жыл бұрын
@@Elvtow when John Stockton was playing his best game nobody could stop him, he never won a championship because he was kind of inconsistent, he lost to Portland a lot in the playoffs, but him and Karl Malone swept Shaq and Kobe four strait in 1998, the Bulls knew they had to do their homework to figure out ways to stop him before facing him.
@marcusfranconium3392
2 жыл бұрын
Well you might want to react to Dr.J same time period and another great leggend,
Not only could Bird play today, he’d tell you what he was gonna do to you, do it, then tell your coach to find somebody who can guard him. He’s a legend for a reason.
@mahlonthomas1775
2 жыл бұрын
The goat
@soundshaper
2 жыл бұрын
Just like another sports legend, Mohammed Ali. He called the round he'd knock someone out, and then do it.
@jasonbeck6104
2 жыл бұрын
@@soundshaper he is the epitomy of a mic drop
@jasonbeck6104
2 жыл бұрын
There is nobody like Larry Bird!
@misaelarroyo5712
2 жыл бұрын
@@jasonbeck6104 he was the closest to Ali in the NBA other than Jordan when it came to mentality.. they were as original as they were straight killers of your sports team
Charles Barkley said that Larry not being able to run and jump was God’s way of trying to make it fair.
@earlputnal9124
2 жыл бұрын
Now I'll agree with that comment. Lol. Because if he was able to be more athletic? There wouldn't be any question of Bird being the GOAT. Even though he was better than LeBron James. Hands down!!?
@rickstorm719
2 жыл бұрын
Larry Bird holds the Boston Marathon record for men over 235 pounds. He said that he could play a game and still run a marathon afterwards, he was an amazing athlete! Just as Vince Lombardi said "fatigue makes cowards of all men". It's true in every sport!
@redngtm5342
2 жыл бұрын
@@rickstorm719 that’s the thing. The reason why he had that much stamina is because he had mostly slow twitch muscles which aren’t that taxing on the energy while fast twitch muscles are more explosive and strong and allow you to make crazy flashy plays but gass you out faster. So if larry had a bit faster twitch muscles he’d probably be the goat
@venetoaward
2 жыл бұрын
@@rickstorm719 He was pretty athletic at the beginning of his career but everything crumbled down pretty quickly after the first injuries
@bfernuttz3737
2 жыл бұрын
@@rickstorm719 Larry did run, but he never even attempted a marathon. (from an interview he did in 2015) Plus, the Boston Marathon is one you have to qualify for to enter. So...source?
Missed the part where Bird didn't sit on the bench for his last seasons, because he was so injured that he couldn't sit down. The guy was pure grit and determination.
@cryptohawg9518
10 ай бұрын
In the 1986 & 1987 seasons Boston was 99-4 (50-1, 44-3) at the Boston Garden in those 2 seasons. Best home records of all time. Not 96 bulls with MJ/Scottie, not 2017 Warriors with Steph.
@SanxBile
6 ай бұрын
"You think he could play today" You don't understand how a lot of the most talented players today simply couldn't hack it back in it. There's a difference between being strong and being tough. Being athletic is not guarantee you have toughness. More likely it's the opposite. That's why folks back then didn't look as buff or whatever as today. Those people didn't make it.
I feel lucky to have grown up in an era with Bird and Magic. They were both amazing.
I don’t remember who said it, but my favorite quote about Bird is “He’s too slow, he can’t run, he can’t jump. All he can do is play basketball better than everyone else.”
@NameCallingIsWeak
2 жыл бұрын
LOL, great quote. He is a legend.
@buttthecat1354
2 жыл бұрын
I like the quote, Jordan to win the game, Bird to save your life.
@RobwLPOC
2 жыл бұрын
Charles Barkley joked that the reason Larry Bird wasn't great at running and jumping was God wanted to give the other players at least a chance
@robertgalloup6171
2 жыл бұрын
@@buttthecat1354 Pat Riley said that.
@masterrserch3971
2 жыл бұрын
🤣 🤣 🤣
my favorite quote: "if he played today he MIGHT be MVP". Dude, he won 3 MVP's in a row.
@brianstrutter1501
2 жыл бұрын
In a much tougher NBA. Today's fans don't understand that today's NBA is soft
@mc76
2 жыл бұрын
Not only that, but he finished second in 1981, 1982, 1983, and 1988.
@banjoclark4675
2 жыл бұрын
In the 80's vs the highest density of talent of any given point in the NBA in the eastern conference.
@CBrady-jw8ps
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly 😂. 3 MVP’s in a row in THAT era against countles HOF’s
@raffaelecorrente1123
2 жыл бұрын
@@mc76 and he won rookie of the year against mr magic johnson.he drawfted magic 63-3.
Something even more amazing. The last few years of his career, his back was so bad that he could not sit on the bench. When he was not on the court, he was laying on the floor. Everyone says that he was never that physical. But, he knew all the moves. And many say that he had the highest basketball IQ of any player ever. He always knew where every player was, what they were doing and where the ball needed to go.
@michaelccozens
9 ай бұрын
He kinda reminds me of Wayne Gretzky in that way. It was said of Gretzky that he always seemed to be 3 steps ahead of everyone else. He just knew where the puck was going to end-up, and that's where he'd be.
You’re not watching Larry Bird highlights…You’re watching Larry Bird - every second of every game! He was ridiculously great! I enjoyed your commentary!
@bealiobealio
10 ай бұрын
Larry had some bad games, I've heard.....Haven't seen them...
@mikecoughlin4128
9 ай бұрын
@@bealiobealiothose were the ones he worked even harder at.
"Why can't the NBA be like this now?" The whole world nods.
@leew718
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly.
@jamesanderson5268
2 жыл бұрын
I think the NBA is boring now. Give it to the big guy and let him dunk it. BORING.
@Spongerob0
2 жыл бұрын
I would give this 2 thumbs up if I could.
@RobwLPOC
2 жыл бұрын
The level of talent in the 1980s and early 90s was just off the freaking charts.
@DarkSim77
2 жыл бұрын
@@RobwLPOC For real..watched the NBA a lot back then and the talent from 1979 until Jordan retired was unreal...
Bird and Magic saved the NBA and made it relevant. Both of them put on shows every night. The thing about the Bird "highlight" film is that those plays weren't highlights, they were his normal game. He did that every night.
Let me preface this by saying that I was NOT a Larry Byrd fan, but I can say without a single doubt that Larry Byrd could break your heart if you were rooting against him like no other player ever. I've heard critiques of players for decades and there is always a "but". He is amazing "but". There were no "buts" in Larry's game. Some "tried" to say he was not athletic. OMG! WTF were they watching? Larry was as athletic as he needed to be at that moment. Granted he was not the most gifted player in the league athletically. So why, I ask, couldn't the superior and gifted athletes of his time stop him? There were no holes in Byrd's game, but the greatest moments, IMO, of Larry Byrd's career, were after Magic told us he was HIV positive and most everyone turned their back on him, but not Larry Byrd. Magic's career rival of all people, stood up for him. If you want a shock, watch a video about what the NBA was before Byrd and Magic. Every NBA fan today should.
@cindyknudson2715
Жыл бұрын
Excellent comment 👍
@blafferty71
9 ай бұрын
*Bird *Bird *Bird *Bird *Bird *Bird
@BaileysGT
7 ай бұрын
mf its Bird get it right
Bird was amazing on his own. When he was on the court with Robert Parish, Dennis Johnson, Kevin McHale and Danny Ainge, though, it was a phenomenon. I think every kid who's a fan of a sport has a dream lineup. Not the best athletes from different teams, but one existing roster that just hits a special feeling, win or lose. I have such good memories of watching that team.
That game where the opponents bench was cheering was a game where Bird put up 60 on them... He was unstoppable that night!
@michaelwolf6424
Жыл бұрын
That game was against the Atlanta Hawks. On the other side was Dominique Wilkins who was matching Bird shot for shot. Coming down the stretch, the made shots from both superstars elicited more emotions that bordered on the incredible. When the other teams' players admire the moves and the shots of their opponents, that's respect. It's also the height of entertainment. You can Google this game. It's always fascinating to watch even after all these years.
@khalaq2
Жыл бұрын
If I remember rightly, Larry told those two guys on the bench the shot he was going to take---and the spot from which he was going to take it---the next time he was at that end of the court. Then, he proceeded to do exactly what he told them he was going to do, and they fell off the bench, laughing.
@brianj3150
Жыл бұрын
I remember watching that game, you really had to see it. He was playing out of his body. He could have played with his eyes closed and still made the baskets
@maqusan22
Жыл бұрын
@@khalaq2 "Rainbow. Trainer's lap"
@Blindeyedog
11 ай бұрын
They all got fined 3K by the coach. 😂😂😂
This dude dropped 47 with his left hand. And ain’t nobody like him.
@markriobr
2 жыл бұрын
@Austin Kilgore Was 27
@BigcountryReactions
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly do you know what espn would do if lebron came out and said or any player today if they said hey I’m board I’m gonna play this one left handed it would be a field day
@michaelehrhart9670
2 жыл бұрын
"35 years ago, Larry Bird scored 27 of his 47 points left-handed during a Valentine's Day game against the Trail Blazers. Bird famously said he was saving his right hand for the Lakers whom they were facing two days later." He had a triple double that game. Add a steal and two blocks and you could say he had a pretty good game. The Celts won in overtime. Larry Bird...G.O.A.T.
BTW, He was 6'9" just under 6'10" and, to this day, He and Magic are my all around faves... Love LB, went to his retirement night at the Old Boston Garden on 2/5/1993...he was truly amazing...
@cindyknudson2715
Жыл бұрын
You were there!!?? I'm jealous.
@chasejordan9295
10 ай бұрын
@@cindyknudson2715 Me too. What an incredible moment to witness.
@ContrarianCorner
9 ай бұрын
Magic and Bird were both listed at 6'9" but, when standing side-by-side, Bird seemed to have a couple inches on him. I figured they were actually closer to 6'8" & 6'10" respectively. Can't believe you were at the Garden for the retirement ceremony. That must have been amazing. I was an L.A. kid and Laker fan when Magic entered the league, but I had so much respect for Bird I would have flown to Boston for that event if somebody gave me a ticket.
@AJ........
5 ай бұрын
I heard there wasn't even a game that night. They sold the place out for his ceremony only with no game...that's crazy if true
What made the rival between bird and Johnson was they played against each other in the NCAA final . Bird with Indiana state, and magic with Michigan. One of the neat things about bird is after Boston drafted him, he said " I love basketball so much i would have played it for free".
He was MVP 3 years in a row. Against Magic, Kareem, Ralph Sampson and Hakeem, Dominique, Dr. J, against the best competition of all time
@johnglue1744
2 жыл бұрын
The league was stacked up back then.
@davidcecil7565
2 жыл бұрын
He was runner up mvp three years prior. Before 3 point shot counted
@derkaiser1306
2 жыл бұрын
@@davidcecil7565 he was runner up, but the 3pt line was introduced in larry's rookie year. and he barely took any in his first few seasons...
@davidcecil7565
2 жыл бұрын
He averaged 2 attempts per game I read somewhere.
@derkaiser1306
2 жыл бұрын
@@davidcecil7565 yeah, around 1 a game, until he started his MVP run. then he upped it to 2 or 3 career...but it was all about the coaching he had pre-NBA. mid-range was what all his coaches pounded into him. larry himself says that it wasnt something he ever practiced. which makes sense since it didnt exist.
“why can’t the NBA be like this NOW!?” Facts, young lady. Facts.
@chrisrosenthal1210
2 жыл бұрын
Athletes used to play because they loved the game, now they just love the money.
@matthewturner4719
2 жыл бұрын
She nailed it!
@scarletink.1030
2 жыл бұрын
i don’t think there’s much choice. From college on, you’re just along for the ride. Play ball, or go home.
@durriellhumphrey
2 жыл бұрын
@@chrisrosenthal1210 More facts
@darnell16player
2 жыл бұрын
Facts! All the NBA now is just 3's and no defense
I grew up watchin him. The more you watch, the more you'll realize and then be convinced NO ONE is like Larry Bird--and no one probably will ever be.. His court vision, toughness, trash-talking, and ability to get guys easy, open looks are unparalled. He loved shooting game-winners.
Until his back injury, he was practically unstoppable. Even with the back issues , he was better than most.
You need to listen to the commentary of the players who faced him. He'd tell them, "I'm going to dribble to that spot on the floor, pump fake, go up again and hit a 20 footer in your face." And then he'd do it. Guys from that era have massive respect for Bird.
@kenkleiser8674
2 жыл бұрын
It WAS WAY MORE Physical !!!
Bird won 3 straight league MVPs. He famously said “I can’t run, I can’t jump, but I CAN play basketball”.
@blackcrowe318
2 жыл бұрын
And he had finished runner up 3 seasons in a row leading up to winning 3 straight MVP's.
Bird didn't just shoot. He dribbled, dunked and most importantly passed. He was cognizant of where his teammates where on the court at all times and made fabulous passes! Bird proved basketball is a team sport! Lakers Majic Johnson was great also but was still one step behind Bird.
Larry was a utility player...he had all the skills. His gifts were balance, drive, pure athleticism, and a determination to win that is impossible to describe. Bird was so exciting to just watch...usually with your jaw dropped open in awe. My Father and I weren't close...but we watched Bird...together. Thanks for sharing this one! ✌
@EGreeneConversations
Жыл бұрын
He wasn't nearly as athletic as most of the people on the court when he played, but the dudes movements were so efficient and calculated, that he didn't have to be. If you look at a side by side of him and magic, Bird moved a whole lot less but did just as much. If Magic Johnson was a Wizard on the court, Larry Bird was a Technician.
@Covertghost
4 ай бұрын
bird was smart, he was playing two steps ahead it's why his trash talk game was telling people how he was going to do them, it gave him something else to focus on
There will never, ever be another Larry Bird- Magic Johnson
@johndessoye
2 жыл бұрын
They have the best sports documentary ever (my opinion) "A Courtship of Rivals"!!!!!! watch it!
@jwsteelers1
2 жыл бұрын
Because NBA players don't give a shit about winning anymore. I can't even keep track of who plays where anymore because it changes every season. Pathetic
@valkyriesif
2 жыл бұрын
Magic vs bird back in the day was the most epic rivalry in history!! They were so competitive they couldn't help but love each other at the end! ❤️
@dannyzuko7182
2 жыл бұрын
@@valkyriesif love and respect. They saved the NBA. Sadly these young snowflakes are destroying it...
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros9266
2 жыл бұрын
Had one of them been alone it would be less of a debate about how do they stack up against Jordan and LeBron.
Who's Larry? When they argue who's the GOAT between MJ and LeBron, Larry is the guy they should be arguing instead of LeBron.
@Dante-mw2ez
2 жыл бұрын
LeBronda, LeChina, LeFlop, he isn’t in the running for greatest sitting guard. I don’t think there’s a greatest player of all time though, different positions require a different game.
@MrMancreatedgod
2 жыл бұрын
That's definitely on the edge of reason. W/o shattering his shooting hand and having a shortened career due to back issues maybe. But it's just a maybe argument. Longevity matters. Realistically you can entertain peak vs peak goat. Not goat.
@mayhemleapaldt8705
2 жыл бұрын
Larry Legend Bird, would wipe the floor with labronda' s dress Larry is a 1 in million. #ibleed💚👊🏻🤘🏻
@joeg4707
2 жыл бұрын
Facts! Jordan was a better scorer and better defender, but I think Larry had a broader skill set. Jordan and Bird are 1 and 1A. And Jordan went 0-6 in six playoff series against Bird. I'd take the Showtime Lakers, Bird's Celtics or MJ's Bulls against any of the fraud teams today. LeBron's average stats are similar to Larry's but Bird's passing is magnitude's better, he played with more grit and heart and Larry Legend was certainly more clutch than the "King." Bird (and Magic's) legacy of saving the league and Jordan expanding the league will historically outshine LeBron James who, as the face of the league, has ruled over smaller revenues and severely declining ratings.
@Dante-mw2ez
2 жыл бұрын
@@joeg4707 well and you have to remember that for almost half of Birds career he was really injured and not at his fullest. I think we got to see him at his peak with his 30-12-5 season luckily but if he was healthy he would have kept that up for another 5-6 years at least.
The great James Worthy once said. "Jordan makes you look slow, Bird makes you look stupid" And that's coming from a hall of famer.
The Best part of Bird and Magic during those years is the respect and friendship they had for one another even though they were fierce competitors on the court
@printthelegends
11 ай бұрын
Larry and Magic knew they were never better than when they played each other. Magic once said years later that he felt bad for Michael not having a true rival like he had.
@donalddouds6033
10 ай бұрын
Not to mention that Larry’s mother’s favorite player was Magic LOL
MAGIC and LARRY had one of the greatest rivalries/ friendships of all time, that's why they showing both him as well. You can't tell one story without the other
@trhansen3244
2 жыл бұрын
I used to like Magic until I found out he was a serial cheater on his wife. Not a nice thing to do.
@ALEEN517
2 жыл бұрын
100% true. Mutual respect between Bird and Magic. They were responsible for soooo much revenue for the league in the 80's.
@tomsmith5216
2 жыл бұрын
Their careers were a cimplement to each other. From the NCAA finals to the NBA, you can't mention one without the other. They were Pete and Repeat. Respected rivals, and friends. It was a pleasure watching them both...and Bird was THE best trashtalker ever...who backed it up!
@ikonix360
2 жыл бұрын
@@ALEEN517 They basically are the reason we still have the NBA today.
“When I hit the floor, I thought I broke my jaw, because I couldn't move my mouth,” Bird said. ... Bird finished with 32 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. His performance after suffering a severe injury was so stunning that Pacers players flooded the Celtics locker room after the game to congratulate him. I doubt any NBA player would do that with fucked up jaw
You're right! I'm 56 years old, this was the golden age of the NBA. Loved every minute of it ❤❤❤ It was more physical. Lots of hands being thrown in them days. ❤❤
If not for his diminished physical capabilities after breaking his back, Larry could have played longer at that same legendary level that enabled him to dominate the league. I was born & raised in L.A., a lifelong Laker fan & Larry buried a dagger in my heart more times than I can remember, when he faced my "showtime" Lakers & my favorite player, Magic Johnson. I secretly wished he played for us because basketball-wise, he was from another planet. Anyone doubting he could play in today's game, makes me laugh. He would not only play, he would have been even MORE dominant. Every one of his peers says the same thing.
@ContrarianCorner
9 ай бұрын
Very well said! I'm born and raised L.A. too. I was in high school when Magic entered the league so fortunate to see the entire Showtime era in real time. Bird was absolutely ridiculous. Not only did Bird and Magic change the NBA, they changed street ball virtually overnight. When I used to go play pickup games on my local court, all of the sudden it became all about who could dish the best pass. The impact those two had on the game is immeasurable. Bird could not only play in today's game, he was tailor made for it. He would completely dominate with all the rules that protect the offensive player.
@robertmcling2103
9 ай бұрын
Absolute truth. It's no exaggeration to say that Bird/Magic literally saved the NBA...and then catapulted it to new heights.
One of my favorites. Larry looks over at the other teams bench and yelled, "Don't you have anyone who can guard me?" The coach look at his bench and yelled back, "No."
@A10thunderbolt
2 жыл бұрын
Frank Layden.
@capitanfuturo594
2 жыл бұрын
@@A10thunderbolt Oh yeah
@FleagleSangria
2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤜🏻
@marke8323
2 жыл бұрын
:-)
@twolak1972
2 жыл бұрын
The best I ever saw larry trash talk was when Rodman was guarding him.He,s yelling at Chuck Daley saying hey chuck you better get someone to guard me or I,m gonna go for 60 with Rodman VIRTUALLY super glued to him.. Another time he yelled at Mc Kale throw me the ball quick I,m wide open noones guarding me with Rodman practically climbing on him .Damn he was fun to watch. Kept Basketball from dying out with Magic Johnson.
After retirement, Larry coached the Indiana Pacers and they took the Bulls all the way to 7 games. Gave MJ a whole heap of trouble, almost won. Larry won Coach of the year. He next became President of the Pacers and was voted Executive of the Year. Larry has won awards at every level from Rookie of the year all the way to Executive of the year. He was the only non-center to win 3 consecutive MVP’s, and was the FOUNDER & 2-time member of the 50/40/90 club. Larry won the 3pt contest all 3 years he entered. Pretty remarkable considering the 3pt shot was frowned upon & not used as much until later in his career, so he didn’t practice 3 pointers. Larry averaged 24/10/6 for his career! He did all of this in less than 12 seasons. (He technically played 13 but he missed all but 6 games one season, and missed 16 games another season if I remember correctly). Larry is thought of as a shooter, but his passing was amazing as you saw! I believe it is every bit as good as Magic’s tho not as flashy. Larry’s passes were natural & came within the frame of the play. They weren’t for show. He was pinpoint accurate & had a quarterback arm. If you watch more Larry videos you’ll see full court passes, & half court shots. Larry could do it ALL. The most well-rounded player I’ve ever seen. Elevated every team he was on. In college, he led a no-name State college to NCAA finals with a 33-0 record that hasn’t been done before or since. He turned the Celtics around from 29 wins to 62 wins! He was incomparable. Nobody else like him. NOBODY.
@hepwo91222
3 жыл бұрын
I think the Pacers lost to the Lakers in the Finals with Bird as the coach.
@georgetirebiter6987
2 жыл бұрын
GOAT
@hepwo91222
2 жыл бұрын
@@georgetirebiter6987 Larry has to be up there, many underrate him today. In the 80's he was an absolute beast.
@randyjago2625
2 жыл бұрын
School was Indiana State. He enrolled at Indiana but quit before the season even started. Didn't want to deal with Bobby Knight. He was from French Lick, Indiana. Nickname was the Hick from French Lick. Could play all five positions and didn't have the best physical tools. 6'9. Most fundamentally sound player i ever saw. Just outsmarted everyone.
@MrSiahgold
2 жыл бұрын
Wow not even going to lie I forgot about him coaching the Pacers damn Bird really was the man remember the commercials they did with the game of Horse 🐎 they were classics. When I was coming up and you take that jumper we would say "Bird"
Magic & Larry, resurrected the game of basketball......My dad loved basketball, but stopped watching, until the competition between Johnson & Bird was highlighted......What my Dad used to say, about Larry's game, is that it reminded him of someone, who was not only playing basketball, but also, volleyball, dodgeball, hockey, baseball, track & Field, soccer, & strategic chess, all at the same time, and was what made him so great 😊He certainly was one of the most unique and gifted players, I have ever watched!
@ICTS22
11 ай бұрын
The way you described his his style of play made sense to me. Basketball in the 80's, 90's and early to mid 2000s was so fun and it's a shame what it's become now.
@sandyleewhite
11 ай бұрын
@@ICTS22 I agree 💯% 🤥
Larry Bird is the BEST! All around great basketball player where he good shoot, pass and assist. I live in Boston and Larry Bird to me one of the greatest of all time!
His retirement ceremony was sold out and there wasn't a game that day! There will never be another Larry Bird, he was one of the greatest, no question!!!
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros9266
2 жыл бұрын
He might be THE greatest actually. Nobody has ever played like him. Pure raw talent and competitiveness galore to boot.
He's one of only three people in NBA history to have 3 MVP's in a row: The other two are Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain.
@kona883
2 жыл бұрын
And before he won the 3 he was second 2 years and after his third mvp he was second 2 more years in row!
@porkwop9171
2 жыл бұрын
@@kona883 so basically he was an MVP or direct contender for 7 years in a row. That's pretty sick.
@kona883
2 жыл бұрын
@@porkwop9171 Yep and he only played 13 years because of injuries! So basically for half his career he was right ther as the MVP!
@porkwop9171
2 жыл бұрын
@@kona883 so basically he was the Michael Jordan of his era. I know basketball very decently. I know bird was great. But the further back it goes in history the less I know so it's always fun looking back on the past greats like bird and magic etc
@kona883
2 жыл бұрын
@@porkwop9171 The history of BBall is full of incredible players who would have definitely been able to play today! Jerry West Scored 24000 pts before 3 pt line! Oscar Robertson Averaged a triple double for a season long before it was a stat that mattered and list is so long!
Larry knew there's more to the game than just shooting. That's why he wasn't afraid to pass the ball to a teammate.
Those of us “Old School” guys who had the great fortune of watching this era are blessed to have seen it. Bird and Johnson redefined the game. Their rivalry began in the ‘79 NCAA championship game and carried on through the ‘80’s with the Celtic - Lakers NBA championships series’, arguably the best championship series’ of all time. One cannot underestimate the legacy of this era.
@kevincrowe2888
2 жыл бұрын
Amen to that.
@jackd6148
2 жыл бұрын
Bird and magic saved the NBA. LeBron is single handedly destroying everything that was built before him.
@keith_Michael_121
2 жыл бұрын
All-time top 3 player
@ChrisRobba
2 жыл бұрын
That era was definitely the best even over Jordan era, Larry and magic made that era great but there were so many other great teams and individuals as well
@coyote4326
2 жыл бұрын
From one historian to another, nice name. Although I have to say, Scipio Africanus was my all time favorite Roman general. The way he bested Hannibal... such a feat is hard to top.
Larry Bird was 6'10". In his " Left-handed game" he scored 47 points (10/21) of those shots made left-handed.
@emilyt6925
Жыл бұрын
6’9 tops listed 6’8 as a high school senior. My home town Bulldogs played SV Blackhawks every year. He was sorta legend even then. Remember it well.
@defiy2921
Жыл бұрын
This was incredible, all skill .... why he hasn't gotten the credit he deserves puzzles me . But this was awesome to learn
@kristalmacleod3004
Жыл бұрын
@@emilyt6925 he is listed as 6-9
@crankfastle8138
Жыл бұрын
@@kristalmacleod3004 every player has said he is taller in person. Easily 6'10". Magic is listed at 6' 9" and Larry is taller
I remember watching this live in "93, He really was the best in the 80's; lead scorer, free throw%, rookie of the year in his first season, MVP, world champ MVP, All-Star, & I believe he won the first 3 three-point shooting contests. He was Mr. clutch, I never seen anyone hit so many buzzer beating game winning shots. He did any one or two or more of those highlights in every game. We were lucky to have him on Boston. He played his entire career with Boston (12 or 13 years) till his body gave out. What he lacked physicality he made up for in IQ.
Larry Bird & Magic Johnson’s friendly yet intense rivalry made the NBA what it is today. Simple
I am 54 years old, and it does my heart proud to see two young kids giving Bird props. It's hard for someone like myself to claim him as the best without someone thinking I am racist.
@pitbulkid
2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@dcbradfo657
2 жыл бұрын
I'm your age and I agree, it's good to see the kiddos check out the greats. Can't say I agree he was the greatest ever -- he himself deferred to Magic based on head to head championships -- but he had that essential engine that carries a team to the mountaintop. Magic had it, MJ had it, Kobe had it. Oh, and anybody who thinks picking Bird is racist has no concept about the man himself. He was color blind except when it came to Celtic green.
@danieltaborga8921
2 жыл бұрын
Lmao they ain’t that young 😂😂😂
@dr.juerdotitsgo5119
2 жыл бұрын
That's the key word: racist. Bird was obviously better than MJ, ...but we can't say that. Let just keep it to ourselves.
@lukemiller867
2 жыл бұрын
I’m 21 and Larry legend always been the goat in my eyes. Trash talk ✅, Back up his talk ✅, deadly shooter✅, deadly passer ✅, Deadly dunker✅
"Could he play in today's game?" Ahh...the arrogance of youth. He'd make these guys look re..rded. There are men in the world that refuse to lose. They are rare. He's one of them.
@e1ay3dme12
2 жыл бұрын
@Reece Cantrell Yeah. I gave up on Basketball for a bunch reasons that made the game un-interesting. The game is a turn off now for a host of causes, too many to mention.
@GoGetYourShinebox
2 жыл бұрын
Because kids today think only about size and athletic ability. Not mental strength, leadership, fundamentals etc etc. Bird played the game with his mind, he was 3 steps ahead of the rest. You had to really use your brain to play against Bird because he anticipated everything. Not to mention he was tough as nails, tougher than ANYBODY in the league today without a doubt
@jancoson8637
2 жыл бұрын
there is a certain timeline in NBA where players just dont care about winning anymore.
@chrisd7047
2 жыл бұрын
I'd love to hear what young fans today would think watching John Stockton.
@steveperkins6581
2 жыл бұрын
Yes he could play today . So could Magic and MJ . They would be fighting for MVP every year . Back then you could basically assault someone on defense . Now you just get close to them and they flop on the cort and it's a foul ' LeBron ' . The three of the would dominate the league in this style of play . Scoring average would be off the chart. 40 to 50 a game
Bird made every teammate better. Ultimate player.
Who does Larry Bird remind me of? If you'd talking today's game...nobody. During Larry's career? Nobody. He truly was one of a kind, and great video.
Larry Bird was a complete player. He did *whatever* was necessary to win. He was the ultimate Player of The Game. He had total court awareness at all times. He looked slow, but he had the fastest Mind the game has ever known.
@samantharay6098
Жыл бұрын
I have never enjoyed watching anyone else play basketball more than Larry Bird. Greatest ever - maybe not, although he has an outside case - especially if you're from Boston. But certainly the greatest basketball mind ever. There is another great one playing right now though who has a mind every bit as perfect for the game and has the touch to match, one who might go down as the greatest ever. "And Larry, there will never, ever, ever be another Larry Bird." Looks like Larry was a prophet after all
@liordagan9342
11 ай бұрын
He had very fast hands.
Pat Riley: "If I had to choose one player to take a shot to win a game, I'd choose Michael Jordan. If I had to choose one player to take a shot to save my life, I'd take Larry Bird". Bird was much more than a shooter. He could pass, rebound, defend, and most of all he had a fierce desire to win. He's called Larry Legend for a reason.
@jayturbo5181
2 жыл бұрын
I was gonna post that quote, but you beat me to it.. Larry was incredible.. So grateful and humbled I got to watch him play..
@KingMajiGames
2 жыл бұрын
best quote ever
@MaestorRasanen
2 жыл бұрын
That is beautiful.
@goochdawg
2 жыл бұрын
Mj was a all round player himself he also passed as much as he shot the ball.
@schizowallflower
2 жыл бұрын
Larry Bird is the only one you can trust with that shot.
Magic Johnson said there will never ever ever ever be another Larry Bird.
On my honeymoon in Florida, out at a nightclub when the band stopped, and they put on background music we could finally talk my new bride and I. Gentleman behind me tapped me on the shoulder and said, where are y'all from? I replied Boston. His comment was home of Larry Bird, and the Boston Celtics! We never bought another drink that night! That was March of 1986! He would tell you he was going to do things on the court and then he would do exactly that. Probably one of the most respected players in the game.
Larry Bird was either 1st or 2nd in MVP voting for 7 or 8 years in a row. The only reason the streak ended was because of an injury. He was so much more than a shooter. He averaged double digit Rebounds for his career. Made All-Defense teams. Was the best passing Forward of All-Time. He was an all-around dominant player. He is on the Mt.Rushmore of the NBA for a reason.
Larry Bird at his peak was averaging 28-30ppg, 6-7.5ast, and 10-11rpg on 50/40/90 splits... he was just a complete player. Fun Fact: he has the highest clutch shot % in NBA history at 70%
@javigar133
2 жыл бұрын
Those stats Scream GOAT man
I laughed all the way through this. Watching Bird is surreal and your reactions were entirely typical and understandable. It looks fake at times. It was just too good to be real.
The bench with players cheering on Larry was the Atlanta Hawks. Larry Bird set Celtics team record with 60 points. Game was played in New Orleans. He was NBA MVP 3 years straight.
I was a Laker fan in the 80's, watching Magic vs. Bird was epic. Even when the Celtics won the game you ended up giving them a standing ovation. You had to admire greatness even when they beat your team. Bird made Magic better , they took the game to a higher level. It was a thing of beauty watching him play, even if you didn't like the Celtics. The big three in "Dream Team", Bird, Magic and Jordan.
@dd-1280
2 жыл бұрын
Love it!! I see this so much from older people. The love laker/celtics fans have for that time. Its a thing of beauty to see the respect those fan bases had for those teams and that era
@jbc95
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. As a Celtics fan, I had to give the Lakers a standing O too. Both teams were Magical and Legendary (pun intended).
@brianhall1155
2 жыл бұрын
Angel Garcia, it was a great time for basketball and I’m glad I got to watch it. Jordan learned from the best, that’s why after those guys retired, Jordan owned the league, he was The Highlander.
@brianhall1155
2 жыл бұрын
Good to see y’all studying old school.
@ContrarianCorner
2 жыл бұрын
@Angel Garcia - I'm also a native Angeleno and lifelong Lakers fan. To this day, Magic is my _favorite_ player of all time... but I have to admit I think Larry Bird is the _greatest_ player I've ever seen. That whole decade with the Lakers/Celtics rivalry was just insane. Every time they played it was like an Ali-Frasier title fight. Even the anticipation leading up to a game kept you up at night. I agree too that, win or lose, you just had to stand in awe and respect of the talent and level of play. No disrespect to the many _great_ players in the league today, but it's just not the same for me anymore. I realize I'm biased but, IMHO, I was privileged to see the greatest era of hoops ever... and it started and ended with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. God, I miss those days!
I think it was Charlie Barkley who once said: "God didn't give Larry Bird hop to keep things fair"
@lincolndyer9837
2 жыл бұрын
YASSS
@knowledgeuntamed9177
2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂Fr tho.
@gotham23us
2 жыл бұрын
But God gave him arms so long he didn't need air!
@dudefacial
2 жыл бұрын
Charles is spot on. Imagine Bird with Jordan air time? Sheesh
@thatonechannel7045
2 жыл бұрын
@@dudefacial that woulda been so disrespectful 😂😂
I loved how he played as a team player. And really loved his trash talking.
Eye opener for me! I’m going to have to see some more of Larry Bird! Thank you for sharing!
I love the story of Bird playing in Utah and after torching the Jazz in the first half, went past the Jazz bench and said to coach Frank Layden "Ain't you got anyone that can guard me Frank?". Layden looks around at his bench, turns back and says "Nope".
@abnormaltexan
2 жыл бұрын
I love when he asked the other teams coach what the scoring record in their arena was and then proceeded break it! Haha
@nathanstrickland8692
2 жыл бұрын
Respect!!!!
@robpr315
2 жыл бұрын
lol, Frank Layden was a goofball. I heard he once enjoyed a beer and a hotdog that a fan from the opposing team had brought him because the fan was trying to be a jerk insisting that Frank was hungry looking (Frank was a bit overweight). Here's a fun video for you younger fellas to watch that shows how the league was back then. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppWbr7CJh7m2oZM.html
Larry Bird not only ran the NBA for almost a decade, but Bird is unequivocally the most clutch player of all time… All the legends will tell you.
@davidbusciglio5529
Жыл бұрын
Hands down, for sure.
@williamwood5491
Жыл бұрын
As sensitive as players are today, Larry's trash talking would make them cry. It threw legends off their game, of course it would make these young players cry.
@dapdap8304
Жыл бұрын
Phil Jackson, coach of the Lakers: "If I needed someone to take a shot to win the game, I'd take Michael Jordan. If I needed someone to take a shot to save my life, I'd take Larry Bird."
@railenherman6482
Жыл бұрын
@@dapdap8304 I think it was Pat Riley who said that.
@railenherman6482
Жыл бұрын
I’d say Jordan is the most clutch player of all time.
As a guy that grew up in the 80's and 80's and watched plenty of Larry Bird games, it's always amusing to watch today's generation see Bird highlights. This video is yet one of many examples of them not knowing what to expect when watching Bird's highlights. His shooting, passing, hustle, and all-around desire to win makes him one on the Top 5 players of ALL TIME. No one in today's game can compare to his all-around game. As mentioned in the video, they were amazed by his passing skills and thought Magic Johnson could dish the ball just as well. Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Pistol Pete Maravich were the best passers, period. And the funniest part about that? Bird wasn't a Guard. He was a Small Forward and Power Forward. Just amazing!! Great video!!!
Bird was legend! One of my favorite players ever!
He wasn't known for dunking he was know for taking over games, and fucking with people's heads.
He told everyone before the 3 point contest: “you are all playing for second place. I’m winning this thing” badass
@pitbulkid
2 жыл бұрын
and he did it with that fcking Jacket On..LOL
Larry Bird was the greatest. Been watching basketball for 50 years. I missed Wilt.
Larry Bird would destroy his opponents even before the game started. His IQ was and still is unmatched and that's also why he became the best player of his generation.
Man, I'm an old head. You guys appreciating Bird makes me happy. Glad youngins still appreciate greatness. Oh yeah and Bird scored like 35 left handed in that game.
@scottmiller1563
10 ай бұрын
Actually it was 42
When Larry hit his face on the court he broke his cheek bone. He was following the game from the locker room, knew his team was down, came back out and finished the game with a win!
@jlobiafra
2 жыл бұрын
He also had a concussion and told the trainer to go get him some aspirin, that's when he snuck back on the court
@BST-lm4po
2 жыл бұрын
Larry had a tough childhood! He grew up dirt poor, broken home. His Father committed suicide when Larry was in highschool. So, Larry is no softy. He's pretty hardcore!
I have never been a Celtic Fan, but Bird was the shit. Bird was called the assassin...couldn't be stopped ✋️
There’s only been one Larry “legend”Bird haven’t seen a player like him since he did it all he did whatever it took to win and backed up all the trash talk not a player today could touch him
The great part about being an old school fan is you got to witness history as it happened... Back in the day even if you didn't follow the Lakers or the Celtics... you were still either a Magic or a Bird fan... those guys epitomized what the 80s game was all about... tough rivals on the court and great friends off it... Looking back now it's great to get nostalgic about having watched some of the greatest games ever played as they happened... Just like there will never be another MJ... there will never be another Bird.
@Lonewolfmike
2 жыл бұрын
The story of how their friendship started is just so nice and involes Larry's mom making Magic feel so welcomed in her home. She gave him a hug when he came in for lunch she had made for them and they both got to know each other off the court. Larry got to meet Ervin at that time and they found out about each other away from basketball.
@kbehrens8221
2 жыл бұрын
@derp derpin Yeah, there will be
@fanatic26
2 жыл бұрын
@derp derpin Those guys are D league compared to Bird. They each have pieces of his game but are nowhere near as complete. Bird would drive a shoulder right through their soul then step back and drain whatever shot he took with whatever hand was free
@nathanstrickland8692
2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree with you more. I haven't watched the nba in years. After growing up in this area, watching the GREATS of the game play, there is no comparison.
@russs7574
2 жыл бұрын
If you recall, you had no choice but to be exposed to Bird and Magic. CBS had the NBA rights for Sunday afternoon games, and every week it was either Boston, Los Angeles or Philly.
The best way to get an appreciation of birds game: listen to the legends of the game talk about him and tell their stories. Larry was a bad man
@swampwitch6133
Жыл бұрын
Yep you watch interviews with DR. J, Magic, any of him and they will straight up tell you they feared him. No matter how hard they tried to contain him they couldn't and we're talking the best of that era. I was glad I got to grow up watching him because of how amazing he was.
Nobody playing today plays like him. He was smarter than every other player, basketball IQ-wise. It was a pleasure and a privilege to watch him play. Plus he was MVP three years in a row and ROTY.
Just so you know, Larry was watching the game in the locker room after falling and breaking his cheek bone. The trainer wanted to give him a shot to relieve the pain. But Larry, watching Indiana high fiving and show boating as they were leading against Boston, told the trainer, "Just give me one of those beers." He gulped it down, ran back out, and mopped the floor with the Pacers, as he carried his team to victory! Reminds me of the old saying, "Don't pull on Superman's cape!"
Larry once told Charles Barkley," How yall gonna put a white guy on me? There ain't a white guy on the planet who can guard me."- Larry Legend at his finest!
@martysomoco
2 жыл бұрын
Larry Bird is the most overrated, under-achieving "Franchise" player in NBA history. Only 3 championships even though he had an exceptionally good supporting cast. Magic, Kareem, Shaq, Michael, Kolby, had six NBA championships. Lebron has four. Bill Russell had 11 in 13 years. Larry stacks up behind Bill Russell, Sam Jones, John Havlicek, and Bob Cousey as Celtic great players. Does Larry admit the greatness and give credit to these greater Celtics? No. He is immersed in his narcissism
@upabittoolate
2 жыл бұрын
@@martysomoco those are certainly words.
@hwthomasjr
2 жыл бұрын
@@martysomoco Boston would've had zero chips in the 80s without Bird, and I'm a Laker fan.
@hilleryprice
2 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest quotes EVER!
@darealliljable
2 жыл бұрын
@@martysomoco Your smoking the Crack of Valhalla. No bleeping way. That man was incredible, you sound terribly ignorant and like a str8 up hater. Larry Legend was a Legend who was simply tough. This skill set is to be admired not trounced on.
He went 10/10 on a guy then asked him if his mom was watching.
@infinitecontent8001
2 жыл бұрын
His trash talk was so disrespectful...
@BrentandDeAnna
2 жыл бұрын
Disrespectful trash talk? I would think the name “trash” would insinuate it’s going to be disrespectful......
@randykapel7926
2 жыл бұрын
Lol yep
I think the following quote says all you need to know… “If I had to choose a player to make a shot to save a game I’d pick Michael Jordan, but Larry Bird to save my life”, Pat Riley.
Larry bird was unequaled. He was absolutely the best NBA player of his time.
Glad to see a new generation finding out about Bird. Larry played with heart and intensity. The man was a legend even back then
He & Magic were two of the greatest, and they faced each other from the NCAA Championship to the NBA. It was awesome to watch.
@petecapravos3044
Жыл бұрын
Both of them were spectacular passers and excelled at all facets of the game. They were both a threat to put up a triple double at any time.
@bettywatkins28
Жыл бұрын
They made each other better players. There’s nothing more joyful than to see how much they respect each other.
@AKCobra1120
Жыл бұрын
Larry and Magic. Somebody needs to make that movie.
Larry Bird was MVP for three straight years, 84,85 and 86🎉❤
@cindyknudson2715
Жыл бұрын
And 2nd 4x, 3rd once, and 4th his Rookie of the Year season. 67% of all MVP votes cast for that 9 year period.
He WAS MVP for three years in a row! That's when the game was physical.
Here's what makes Bird's moves all the sicker: when he was playing, the travel was enforced. Many of today's acrobatics, are enabled by the refs giving the players three steps instead of two. Larry and Magic didn't have that advantage.
@armandomorales3809
Жыл бұрын
Yeah that bs gather step 😂
@andyfletcher3561
Жыл бұрын
One of the maim reasons I stopped watching basketball. That, and carrying/palming the ball. Watch them dribble now and they start at the bottom of the ball and roll it all the way over. Gives them more control and extra half steps between bounces.
@chadroeder
Жыл бұрын
good point
@DR-uq1fr
Жыл бұрын
Not to mention it was much more physical back then... Todays players would cry 😆
@manny4552
Жыл бұрын
They palm the ball today too
Listening to your comments cracked me up big time!~ Larry could play in any era of the NBA and be a superstar every time.
@jamesteegardner2273
2 жыл бұрын
Larry would DOMINATE today's game. He would've intimidated everyone with his trash talk. His court vision is second to none, he knew where everyone is at all times and he could get them the ball.
@pitbulkid
2 жыл бұрын
Any player in the 80's/90's can play in todays NBA...as those players grew in the toughest league physically...how much more in todays soft rules........ But we don't really know if Todays NBA players can play in the 80s/90s.since they were never really tested all their life as they were grown to todays soft standards..they dont really know how to react if a player collides with them midair other than go to the ref and whine...
@jamesteegardner2273
2 жыл бұрын
@@pitbulkid EXACTLY!! Back then the culture in the NBA wasn't to act, whine, and complain to the refs to try and draw fouls, like it is in today's game. Back then it was "Oh you're trying to take me to the hole?! Well you might hit the 2 free throws they're about to give you, but no way do you make this basket. I'm gonna foul the shit out of you, throw you to the floor, and then stare at you while I'm standing over you so you know to NEVER try to take me to the hole again!" That was considered tough defense back then, not dirty play. So when players like MJ who were known for driving to the hole, they knew they were getting all the smoke from the other team, and fouled HARD. It was just a different time, and I think it was a better game back then. Much more physicality and not as much of a reliance on the 3 point ball. Hell, players like Larry and Magic didn't even grow up practicing the 3 pointer cause it wasn't officially a 3 point basket till 1979, back then it was just a long 2 pointer!
Bird was the GOAT in a time of GOATs. Nothing else to say about him and that era of ball. Guy was an MVP surrounded by MVPs.
MVP, Finals.MVP, Champion, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year. Only player to ever do that.
Larry is the only person to win MVP, Coach Of The Year and Executive Of Thr Year in the NBA. He’s like no one else.
@jerrypete3799
2 жыл бұрын
Rookie of the Year & three MVP in a row and high five from the other team's center. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y6GLxbJycq6upJc.html
Bird and Magic were both INSANE passers. Magic has a lot more assists because he was a PG, so it was literally his main job. But they were very similar in their abilities.
Bird was great at everything.. the reason he could definitely play now is because his brain. He was smarter than every player on the floor....and he would be today as well. Larry was different... hes a legend for a reason. Top 5 ever. No question
He was MVP 3 years straight. And what's crazier is he came in 2nd place for MVP the 3 years prior to winning those 3. And then 3rd place the next year and 2nd place again the year after that.
Larry played a whole game against the Trailblazers in 86' left-handed and scored 47 points.
@joe3times503
2 жыл бұрын
To be fair he shot his jumpers and FT righty. But he got about half his points lefty
@juanio7036
2 жыл бұрын
Nuff said
@jewsco
2 жыл бұрын
Just because he could
@soonerintexas.3845
2 жыл бұрын
And I think his teammate was telling the other team, "wait til he starts shooting them right handed" lol
@alaskaguyd963
2 жыл бұрын
late in the 3rd quarter the game was close and went he back to playing normal. The game went into overtime. He had 47 points 14 boards and 11 assists.
Yeah, I think it's safe to say that the league was tougher back when Larry played. It was definitely more physical than today's NBA. Nobody is going to argue that.
@scabthecat
2 жыл бұрын
Today's NBA, too much kneeling, not enough balling.
@brianstrutter1501
2 жыл бұрын
@@scabthecat - and flopping
@juan3212
2 жыл бұрын
@@brianstrutter1501 yup
@claudedalton8970
2 жыл бұрын
@@scabthecat HOW TRUE THAT IT IS!
"there will never ever be another larry bird"-magic johnson
I watched Bird, Magic, Kareem and co. from Australia. Bird was The Best. An incredible era. Tough players and Bird and Magic brought the NBA to life. Yes, he really was one of the greatest players ever!
He was one of a few that got 3 consecutive MVP’s also 2 final MVP’s and he was an all star fo 12 years.
@jasonhowell7170
3 жыл бұрын
I think Bird is the last player to win 3 straight NBA MVP Awards 1984 -86( others to win 3 straight are Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain)
@geoffkrikorian54
2 жыл бұрын
Before he won the three consecutive MVPs he was runner up 3 years in a row.
@keithhicks3006
2 жыл бұрын
He recieved 67% of the mvp vote of the 80s, finished 1st or 2nd like 7 or 8 yrs in a row
Thank you for covering Larry Legend, truly one of the greatest to ever play basketball. He went on to coach and be an executive in basketball. One time he amazed the players on the team by picking up a ball at practice and hitting several 3s in a row...in his exec attire and shoes... The guy was the most dedicated and hard working player, by far, no question. In the game against the Hawks (where the Hawks bench was celebrating) Larry was hitting everything and had 60+ points. Some of the players were fined for their actions. Larry and Magic had a great relationship, rivalry turned into friendship. Every basketball fan should watch the playoff games in the 80s. The games, not the highlights... Celtics/Lakers, Celtics/Pistons....classic.
The only person to win mvp, coach of the year and executive of the year
There will never be another Larry Bird. He was so tough, so tenacious, so watcheable, so smart, so clutch and talented.