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Larry Johnson Tells Story Of Magic Johnson And Larry Bird’s Unrealized Converse Commercial

Former NBA star Larry Johnson spoke on 'All The Smoke' about his deal with Converse and his iconic 'Grandma' commercials. Johnson revealed that he was initially slated to do a commercial with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, who were also part of the Converse team.

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Jaylen Brown becomes first Celtic featured on TIME magazine cover since Larry Bird

The last time a Boston Celtics player was featured on the cover of TIME magazine was back in 1985 when Larry Bird was dominating the NBA. Now over thirty-nine years later Jaylen Brown gets the honor as well as he gets the cover spot on their TIME100 Next 2024 edition.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / September 28

Jayson Tatum Picks Larry Bird As The Greatest Celtic Ever

Fresh off his first NBA championship, young star Jayson Tatum held back from calling himself the greatest Celtic ever. Instead, during a chat with NBC Sports Boston, Tatum tapped Larry Bird as the franchise GOAT.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 27

Jayson Tatum gets candid on his Larry Bird motivation

Jayson Tatum has brought the Boston Celtics immense success, and his leadership of the team has placed him in conversations with NBA legend Larry Bird.

Boston Celtics News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / September 25

NBA Champion Still Refers To Larry Bird As Greatest Player In Boston Celtics History

Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird is a hero to many NBA fans. He is going to go down as one of the best basketball players of his time. Even current Celtics star Jayson Tatum refers to Bird as the greatest in franchise history.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 25

Suns Star Ranked Among Best Second Options

The 2024-25 Phoenix Suns season is upon us - and now is the time that lists are coming in full force - this is no different. Ben Rohrbach of Yahoo Sports recently started a series in which all 30 teams are ranked, in order, based around the top five options on the roster - rather than by position.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 25

Jayson Tatum’s Larry Bird aspirations will get Celtics fans fired up

Boston Celtics champion superstar Jayson Tatum is pursuing greatness after capturing his first NBA championship, and let it be known at Celtics Media Day on Tuesday.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 17

Larry Bird Was ‘Very Sad’ When Michael Jordan Retired In 1993: ‘No One Was Ever Better Than Him’

When Michael Jordan retired from the NBA for the first time in 1993, he was a three-time champion, a three-time Finals MVP, a three-time regular-season MVP, a seven-time scoring champion, a three-time steals champion and a one-time Defensive Player of the Year.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 15

Larry Bird felt Kawhi Leonard would be 'hell of a player' before Indiana Pacers and San Antonio Spurs draft trade

Famously, the Indiana Pacers traded away the draft pick that became Kawhi Leonard to acquire guard George Hill in 2011. The Pacers held the 15th overall pick in that draft.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 13

Former Pacers great Jalen Rose explains shooting differences between Reggie Miller, Larry Bird, Steph Curry

Jalen Rose played for a legendary college basketball team and a half-dozen squads that reached the NBA Playoffs. With the Indiana Pacers, he played in the NBA Finals and put himself on the map.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 13

Check out Larry Bird’s incredible $1.08 million car collection, with photos

Back in the day, Larry Bird carved out a legendary basketball career that allowed him to become one of the greats in the NBA. As the face of the Boston Celtics, Bird won three NBA championships and two NBA Finals MVPs.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / September 12

Pacers, Fever owner Herb Simon will enter Hall Of Fame with Tamika Catchings, Larry Bird, Reggie Miller presenting

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Pacers and Fever owner Herb Simon will be enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall Of Fame next month, and the official presenters for Simon's induction on October 13 were announced on Thursday.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / September 10

Michael Jordan Never Put Himself Above Larry Bird Or Magic Johnson In Best Players Of All Time Rankings: ‘I Like To Consider Myself Parallel To Them’

Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird are three of the greatest 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 Great Larry Bird Once Tried A Second Sport at Indiana State

Long before Michael Jordan tried baseball, Larry Bird accepted the same challenge after his collegiate basketball career was over. Despite losing the final game career at Indiana State to Michigan State and Earvin "Magic" Johnson in 1979, he retained eligibility to play baseball.

NBA News / KY Insider / September 4

Kentucky Basketball Practice Update, Mark Pope Taking a Page From NBA Hall of Famer Larry Bird

Thirty-two summer practices are in the books for the Kentucky basketball team, and former Wildcat and teammate of Mark Pope, Cameron Mills, has been reporting on those practices this offseason.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

The 90s Celtics Would Have Altered Michael Jordan’s Legacy

The 90s Celtics, with the potential presence of Len Bias and Reggie Lewis, might have significantly altered Michael Jordan’s legacy. The Boston Celtics, already a storied franchise with a rich history, were on the brink of a new era when Bias and Lewis tragically passed away.

Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / August 22

Tracy McGrady On Who Would Win 1 On 1 Between LeBron And Jordan, Durant And Bird, Curry And Kyrie

Tracy McGrady, one of the most electrifying scorers in NBA history, was recently asked to give his opinion on who would win one-on-one matchups between some of the game’s greatest players.

Boston Celtics News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / July 26

Celtics Great Larry Bird Made Sure Shawn Kemp Would Remember Their First Matchup

Former NBA player Shawn Kemp simply faced Hall of Famer Larry Bird on the wrong night. It was Kemp''s rookie season for the Seattle Supersonics in 1989 after entering the league straight out of high school.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / May 24

Generational scorer Jayson Tatum surpasses Larry Bird for playoff mark

In the Celtics' win over the Pacers on Thursday, Jayson Tatum took hold of a prestigious record.

Writing is on the wall for Pacers with Celtics sitting pretty in ECF

Celtics dominate Pacers in Game 2, take 2-0 ECF lead

Watch: Celtics take command of Game 2 with a 20-0 run

20 forgotten NBA stars from the Jordan era

The 'Boston Celtics first-round draft picks' quiz

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / May 23

Ex-NBA veteran makes fool of himself comparing Luka Doncic to HOFer

Chandler Parsons makes a fool of himself by comparing Luka Doncic to HOFer

The current sports media landscape is so chock-full of hot takes that it's sometimes hard to keep up with them all. But, occasionally, one is so flawed that it rises above the rest.

Luka Doncic is becoming a beast on defense

Mavericks ride 'Luka Magic' on both ends late to win Game 1

Minnesota's physical defense actually benefits Luka Doncic

The best pure shooters in basketball history

The 'Most triple-doubles in the postseason' quiz

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 / 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.

Joe Mazzulla goes off on Celtics studs' perceived All-Star snubs

The highest-paid players for the 2023-24 NBA season

The '20 PPG during the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

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.

Blowout loss to Texas Tech a concerning sign for Kansas' future

No. 9 Duke holds off Wake Forest

John Calipari trying to take heat off his young team while Kentucky struggles

Alabama men's basketball faces last rest before championship push

NCAAB betting: Which teams are worth your money (or not)?

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.