Description:
(One of the Greatest Basketball Players of All Time)
Larry Joe Bird is an American former iconic basketball player who played for NBA’s ‘Boston Celtics’. He is a legend in the NBA scene as he holds many records and brilliant career stats. No wonder he is also addressed as ‘Larry Legend’. With an extensive list of achievements, Larry is one of the most popular NBA players of all time. He has won three NBA tournaments and has been awarded the Most Valuable Player on five occasions. With 12 NBA All-Star honors and nine All-NBA First Team honors, Larry is regarded as the deadliest shooter, the master intimidator and an excellent scorer of all time. He has had a successful post-retirement career as well and has been honored with Best Coach and NBA Executive of the Year awards. While his high self-confidence has helped him to achieve many wonderful things on the court, it has also defamed him to some extent as he is labeled as a big time trash talker.
Birthday
December 7, 1956 (Sagittarius)
Alternative names
Larry Joe Bird
Height
206 cm
Spouse/Ex-
Dinah Mattingly, Janet Condra
Parents
Claude Joseph Bird
Georgia Bird
Children
Connor Bird, Corrie Bird, Mariah Bird
Relatives
Eddie Bird, Jeff Bird, Linda Bird, Mark Bird, Mike Bird
What position did Larry Bird play in basketball?
Larry Bird played as a small forward in basketball.
What college did Larry Bird play basketball for?
Larry Bird played college basketball for the Indiana State Sycamores.
Who did Larry Bird coach in the NBA?
Larry Bird coached the Indiana Pacers in the NBA.
What is Larry Bird known for in the NBA?
Larry Bird is known for his exceptional shooting and passing skills, basketball IQ, and leadership on the court.
What is Larry Bird's impact on the game of basketball?
Larry Bird is credited with revolutionizing the forward position with his versatile skills and basketball IQ, influencing future generations of players.