Boston Celtics legend and three-time champion whose rivalry with Magic Johnson revived the NBA in the 1980s.
Larry Bird's rivalry with Magic Johnson in the 1980s is considered the greatest individual rivalry in basketball history and the catalyst for the NBA's transformation into a global entertainment product. Bird won three consecutive MVP awards (1984-86) and led the Celtics to three championships. His shooting, basketball IQ and competitive trash-talking made him one of the most complete players ever.
He won the first three three-point shooting contests held at NBA All-Star Weekend and considered others unworthy of competition.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- NBA Champion 3x
- NBA MVP 3x
- Finals MVP 2x
- Olympic Gold 1992