I was fortunate enough to witness his greatness. With Walton's passing I thought back to 86 against Houston. An aging Walton and Bird playing together was the best two man game I ever witnessed.
I watched the left hand game in Portland at the Coliseum. It was amazing for a little kid to see his favorite player just roast that blazer team and they were talented.
@themeparkamusement2214 That's where you're wrong Mr. Amusement! Larry Bird made 3 NBA All-Defensive Teams. You don't do that without any defensive talent. Plus, Bird's defense was never flashy, but he got the job done. He was great at disrupting the flow of the offense which would lead to turnovers on the other team.
He doesn't talk a lot of what he did, but those of us who saw him play knows HE IS THE MAN. He lets his plays do the talking and when he was done, he didn't say a lot about his playing days unless he was asked or was provoked. Classy guy, generous with his compliments and praise for his teammates and opponents. A real treasure.
"If I had to choose a player to take a shot to save a game I'd choose Michael Jordan.. If I had to choose a player to take a shot to save my life... I'd take Larry Bird." - Pat Riley
Larry was bound to be loved in Indiana, and Boston. However he became loved by all. He respects the game, and his people. One of the biggest things that earned him a lot more respect, and love was how he hamdled the Magic Johnson HIV diagnosis. He never turned his back on him. A man of respect
One of my best moves ever= buying a season ticket to Celtics for Larry’s first year. Ticket cost per game $6. Kept this ticket until Larry’s retirement. Love watching replays on You Tube. Never gets old. Now ticket prices $150. Sorry Tatum and Brown you guys are good but not the same as Bird, McHale, Parrish, Walton etc
This man has affected every bit of my life because I worked as hard as I could when I was a kid because he said that’s what winners do. It became who I am and I’m thankful for it. Congratulations on the museum Mr bird may generations marvel at your abilities, achievements, dedication , and sacrifices you’ve made to the game. A fine example you’ve set
Very cool for there to be a museum for Larry Bird. I’m a lifelong Lakers fan who had an understandable let’s say severe dislike for Bird in the 80’s, but like any real basketball fan I have always had nothing but respect for him as a man and a player. Congratulations Larry on a well deserved honor.
My husband was a huge Larry Bird fan. Every televised game he was there watching it. Unbeknownst to me he was teaching our 15 mth old son the starting lineup. He called me in the room and started asking my son "Where is Larry Bird, Where is Dennis Johnson, Kevin McHale etc. One by one my son went up to the tv and accurately pointed to each player. We are all Celtic fans and are hoping they bring home the championship trophy. Larry Bird, you gave my family great memories in front of that tv set cheering you on every game. Thank you for what you did for the game and the legacy you left behind.
Another story, sorry. When Larry Bird speaks of his son and his friends playing with and ultimately destroying his prized basketball,brings back a memory of my brother who was a big Roberto Clemente fan.He received a signed ball by him from my uncle who use to go to spring training in Florida where he resided. So one day they went to the field where they would just play pick up games and he brought along his signed ball because they had no ball to play with. Long story short, someone hit the ball into the woods never to be found. That was one day, his family and friends would never let him forget.
As a grade school kid in the 80s in Massachusetts, Larry Bird is a hero to me and truly a Legend that deserves total respect. Thank you for being you, Larry, the humble and hard-working man that lead by example.
The best player I ever saw. Was the thrill of a lifetime to get to see him play at the old Boston Garden in 1990, me coming all the way from Sydney Australia. It was a pilgrimage, to be honest. And he didn’t disappoint. Legend. My all-time favorite athlete, in any sport. Can’t wait to get to Terre Haute some day and see the museum.
Keeep on going Larry. We need more examples like you.. i’m from the Atlanta Georgia area and now I live in California. But wow, I am looking forward to coming to the museum. It is now on my bucket list.
Thank you Mr Bird! I'm 62 and man did i enjoy watching you. You among others were my favorite players. You were and still are a joy to watch. So humble and it's obvious that you knew you needed to work hard to get what you have today. Thank you for the memories and yes i watch the videos about you often.
It wasn't just how hard you played Larry. It is the FACT that you have the most entertaining highlights in basketball history. You are simply the most fun highlights guy to watch! PERIOD! Thank you so much Larry Bird.
80s Showtime Lakers fan here, back then I hated the Celtics and especially Larry Bird, but have come to respect the heck out of the man. He was a great player and an absolute killer if he wasn't on your team.
The '80's battles between the Celtics and the Fakers (🤣) were battles beyond belief, and we loved every second of those games - especially watching Kareem having to suck on an oxygen mask! 🤣🤣 Respected the hell out of the Lakers ,though!
I grew up in Boston and that Celtic/Lakers rivalry was unparalleled. I love how Larry and Magic came together and built a friendship after the dust settled.
The lakers/ Celtics mid-80s rivalry was the best in sports history. If the Celtics team wasn't the best team in NBA history then it had to be the Lakers. Both teams would sweep the top NBA teams of today playing the man d. Of the 80s or the wnba d. Of today. If they played with today's panzy d. Rules the Lakers/Celtics would win with scores like 180-140. Playing with the prideful d. Of the 80s they would win with scores of 120-80 as today's players would foul out crying and throwing tantrums
Anyone who plays in the NBA has to be at least somewhat athletic but Bird was big so he couldn't be super-fast like Michael Jordan. Bird's strength was his size. He was just a different type of player.
Larry is a REAL, humble human being first, and a legendary basketball player second. I have an incredible amount of respect for Larry (and Magic) to this day. It's unfortunate that I can't say that about the "so-called" greats of today. I guess i'm just old... lol!
It never gets old, listening to this guy. He's bright, insightful and humble. I'm sure he never watches these videos or reads the comments, but I hope Larry realizes what a joy he has been for basketball fans of all ages.
My #1 all-time sports idol right there. Congratulations Larry on this well-deserved honor. I just finally visited Larry’s statue at ISU last summer; one of the stops on a cross-country road trip with my son. Now I’m going to have to plan my return trip to Terre Haute to check out this museum. So, well done City of Terre Haute. This is definitely going to be a tourism draw; especially for 50+ year old Celtics fans like me who worshipped Larry in the 1980’s. ☘️
Big Larry Bird fan here. Did anyone notice the two times he referred to the Celtics as the Pacers? First he said that John Havlicek played for the Pacers, then he said that he (Bird) was the first round pick of the Pacers.
No one was better than Larry. He may not have been that great athletically,but his brain way more than made up for that - he simple made his opponents look stupid.
I’m ready to put him above Magic on the greatest list. You couldn’t go wrong starting a team with either, but Bird could do a little more. Kareem and Worthy, alongside Bird.. forget about it.
God bless you Larry Joe! I had season tickets back in the 80s and I worked at the garden in the 90s thanx for the memories my man! Whether you were playing or at the garden for an event you always Carried your self like a perfect gentleman!!! Luv you sir!!!!!
Thank you legend for what you did for our Celtics, and for making every other hall of fame players look absolutely stupid out on the court. Forever my G.O.A.T.
A class act..a genuine man, a basketball legend, and an NBA icon. Thank you thank you thank you for being our Celtics hero. You brought many years of joy to my life and countless sports fans. So great to see you enjoying the day…. Green forever Larry Legend
Only after he retired, not while playing as Steven A Smith suggested. Steven was probably thinking he was praising Larry but it said more about the state of black neighborhoods then and even now!
Larry always speaks about other people with respect - that's striking! Listening to Larry answering questions, sharing his thoughts on something you can right away say that he is a humble, decent and wise guy. And genuine. As one of his former teammates (Robert Parish, as far as I remember) said, Larry never put a blame on his teammates when something went wrong and never bullied and humiliated them. That's what you call class.
Jordan and LeBron will always get greatest all time argument but I would still pick Bird over both of them. He was for 7-8 years the best player in the world and had he not gotten injured would have more titles.
@@written12 To be top 4 you have to have the killer mentality and results, Bird did.. LeBron does not. Jordan the Goat, but Rushmore is Jordan, Kobe, Bird and soon when he gets a couple rings and at least hits 30, then Luka... All are killers, then after them you sort of hover with Lebron and Hakeem and then sprinkle in Magic, Shaq, Duncan, Kareem and then you get your top ten all time. Duncan and Magic are fluid and there are a few others that can be argued to move them out.
What a humble, humble man, Larry you stated you put your heart and soul into basketball and it worked out for you what a understatement comment it made you a legend not great a legend tuely.
"Put my heart & soul in the game", is why you are a Legend Larry. Boston native born & raised 70yrs. Thanks for the incredible memories. God Bless. 💚🏀☘️✝️🙏🕯️🇺🇲
What a kiind, professional, considerate dude. And he looks old like me so I don't feel so bad watching my heroes age. It was a unique honor to be in HS during his heyday. He's on my bucket list of people to meet.
Bird 🐦 gen X here ive been watching you since i was 9 ,(in 1979) we HAVE not stopped being your biggest fan or keeping up with you and we NEVER will #LB33 🐦💚🏀 in fact we chime in on yt on the regular to educate a younger generation, (i look to them for knowledge on tech stuff ,it all works out 😂 )
Nobody ever gave the game any more than he did. I never saw anybody play with the pain he did for as long as he did. I wish I could just sit down and have a beer with him.
I would have loved for that team to have won more championships, too. That 1986 Celtic team was magic on a basketball court. Best single season team I ever saw.
I don't care what the talking heads try to say. This man is the greatest small forward to ever play the game. And one of the top 3 best players of all-time.
I was lucky enough to see him play up close live at the H.H.H. Metrodome the first year of the T-Wolves. The Wolves set the NBA attendance record that year.
The real goat. Bird is the most complete player in the history of the sport.
That my friend, is an absolute fact!
I was fortunate enough to witness his greatness. With Walton's passing I thought back to 86 against Houston. An aging Walton and Bird playing together was the best two man game I ever witnessed.
I watched the left hand game in Portland at the Coliseum. It was amazing for a little kid to see his favorite player just roast that blazer team and they were talented.
could not play defense, Dominic Wilkins abused him on a regular bases.
@themeparkamusement2214 That's where you're wrong Mr. Amusement! Larry Bird made 3 NBA All-Defensive Teams. You don't do that without any defensive talent. Plus, Bird's defense was never flashy, but he got the job done. He was great at disrupting the flow of the offense which would lead to turnovers on the other team.
Bird is the Word! Most humble, hardworking superstar of all time. It was an honor to watch him play. All the best Larry Legend!
Larry doesn't know me , but I love Larry Legend.
As Magic said at Larry’s retirement celebration “There will never ever be another Larry Bird”
He doesn't talk a lot of what he did, but those of us who saw him play knows HE IS THE MAN. He lets his plays do the talking and when he was done, he didn't say a lot about his playing days unless he was asked or was provoked. Classy guy, generous with his compliments and praise for his teammates and opponents. A real treasure.
"If I had to choose a player to take a shot to save a game I'd choose Michael Jordan.. If I had to choose a player to take a shot to save my life... I'd take Larry Bird."
- Pat Riley
💚🐐🍀 Larry Legend!!! My favorite!!
Mine too!
Larry was bound to be loved in Indiana, and Boston. However he became loved by all. He respects the game, and his people. One of the biggest things that earned him a lot more respect, and love was how he hamdled the Magic Johnson HIV diagnosis. He never turned his back on him. A man of respect
We were so spoiled here in Massachusetts to have Larry do his thing with the Celtics for many years. Larry never disappointed us!
Celtic fan here, thank u larry for being the absolute best ....still my all time fave player in any sport
Im 62, and a Lakers fan. Even back in the day, I respected this arch rival to my team like no other. Hated the losses, loved the player
Same here!
Same here.
One of my best moves ever= buying a season ticket to Celtics for Larry’s first year. Ticket cost per game $6. Kept this ticket until Larry’s retirement. Love watching replays on You Tube. Never gets old. Now ticket prices $150. Sorry Tatum and Brown you guys are good but not the same as Bird, McHale, Parrish, Walton etc
Larry Legend...the epitome of a clutch player and to me will always be the goat
A great career deserves a museum. Blessed to have seen the best!❤🙏💐
This man has affected every bit of my life because I worked as hard as I could when I was a kid because he said that’s what winners do. It became who I am and I’m thankful for it. Congratulations on the museum Mr bird may generations marvel at your abilities, achievements, dedication , and sacrifices you’ve made to the game. A fine example you’ve set
Very cool for there to be a museum for Larry Bird. I’m a lifelong Lakers fan who had an understandable let’s say severe dislike for Bird in the 80’s, but like any real basketball fan I have always had nothing but respect for him as a man and a player. Congratulations Larry on a well deserved honor.
My husband was a huge Larry Bird fan. Every televised game he was there watching it. Unbeknownst to me he was teaching our 15 mth old son the starting lineup. He called me in the room and started asking my son "Where is Larry Bird, Where is Dennis Johnson, Kevin McHale etc. One by one my son went up to the tv and accurately pointed to each player. We are all Celtic fans and are hoping they bring home the championship trophy. Larry Bird, you gave my family great memories in front of that tv set cheering you on every game. Thank you for what you did for the game and the legacy you left behind.
Another story, sorry. When Larry Bird speaks of his son and his friends playing with and ultimately destroying his prized basketball,brings back a memory of my brother who was a big Roberto Clemente fan.He received a signed ball by him from my uncle who use to go to spring training in Florida where he resided. So one day they went to the field where they would just play pick up games and he brought along his signed ball because they had no ball to play with. Long story short, someone hit the ball into the woods never to be found. That was one day, his family and friends would never let him forget.
Oh, I sure miss this wonderful awesome athlete. I wish there were more of him.
Laker Fan here . Lot of respect for Larry legend.
Unparalleled. Heart, court vision, shooting, passing. Ambidextrous. Played injured. Made everyone play better. God speed.
One of 3 greats of all time :
Pete the Pistol Maravich, him and Luka Doncic.
"I'm proud to be a small part of it..." Pretty much sums up Larry Legend right there.
Larry Legend. Superstar.
As a grade school kid in the 80s in Massachusetts, Larry Bird is a hero to me and truly a Legend that deserves total respect. Thank you for being you, Larry, the humble and hard-working man that lead by example.
Much respect for Larry Bird.
Seeing Larry’s familiar face and hearing that recognizable voice certainly brings the good feels today.
I'm glad Larry Bird still has buddies that he grew up with that have his back.
Larry is a basketball legend
The best player I ever saw. Was the thrill of a lifetime to get to see him play at the old Boston Garden in 1990, me coming all the way from Sydney Australia. It was a pilgrimage, to be honest. And he didn’t disappoint. Legend. My all-time favorite athlete, in any sport. Can’t wait to get to Terre Haute some day and see the museum.
I’m a life long Boston fan boy who became fully cognizant as a human in the year 1984.
MJ is the most complete basketball player ever.
Let’s be real.
Start a team..Bird
@@joekoule no. MJ. Stop it.
A humble and kind man. Legend as a person let alone player.
Unreal player & person. I was at the finals in SLC & followed Larry through his Celtics years. He was the consummate professional. God Bless Him.
He’s a class act. 👍🏻
The Indiana State Bird
Miss the basketball of the 80’s and 90’s
Keeep on going Larry. We need more examples like you.. i’m from the Atlanta Georgia area and now I live in California. But wow, I am looking forward to coming to the museum. It is now on my bucket list.
Larry-the GOAT
LARRY LEGEND IS A UNICORN AND THE TRUE GOAT!!! 🐐 ☘️
Thank you Mr Bird! I'm 62 and man did i enjoy watching you. You among others were my favorite players. You were and still are a joy to watch. So humble and it's obvious that you knew you needed to work hard to get what you have today. Thank you for the memories and yes i watch the videos about you often.
It wasn't just how hard you played Larry. It is the FACT that you have the most entertaining highlights in basketball history. You are simply the most fun highlights guy to watch! PERIOD! Thank you so much Larry Bird.
The great Larry Bird
Love Larry! So good to see him!
80s Showtime Lakers fan here, back then I hated the Celtics and especially Larry Bird, but have come to respect the heck out of the man. He was a great player and an absolute killer if he wasn't on your team.
The '80's battles between the Celtics and the Fakers (🤣) were battles beyond belief, and we loved every second of those games - especially watching Kareem having to suck on an oxygen mask! 🤣🤣
Respected the hell out of the Lakers ,though!
I grew up in Boston and that Celtic/Lakers rivalry was unparalleled. I love how Larry and Magic came together and built a friendship after the dust settled.
The lakers/ Celtics mid-80s rivalry was the best in sports history. If the Celtics team wasn't the best team in NBA history then it had to be the Lakers. Both teams would sweep the top NBA teams of today playing the man d. Of the 80s or the wnba d. Of today. If they played with today's panzy d. Rules the Lakers/Celtics would win with scores like 180-140. Playing with the prideful d. Of the 80s they would win with scores of 120-80 as today's players would foul out crying and throwing tantrums
Larry is not only the goat , i have never witnessed a more competitive athlete in any sport.
Wish I could have been there. I’d just like to shake his hand and say “Thank you.”
Younger kids, just UA-cam Larry Bird, Larry LEGEND Bird was the GREATEST all around player EVER
Larry was the epitome of, you don't have to be athletic, to be a GREAT athlete!
He was athletic he just could not run or jump as fast as Jordan
Anyone who plays in the NBA has to be at least somewhat athletic but Bird was big so he couldn't be super-fast like Michael Jordan. Bird's strength was his size. He was just a different type of player.
Larry is a REAL, humble human being first, and a legendary basketball player second.
I have an incredible amount of respect for Larry (and Magic) to this day.
It's unfortunate that I can't say that about the "so-called" greats of today.
I guess i'm just old... lol!
It never gets old, listening to this guy. He's bright, insightful and humble. I'm sure he never watches these videos or reads the comments, but I hope Larry realizes what a joy he has been for basketball fans of all ages.
One of my lifelong heroes. Thank you, Larry!
Class act!!
Guy was so good, its frightening ☘💚🤍
Larry Legend! I am looking forward to visiting this museum
Straight Up Class Act....
Always has been and always will be.
This was great! I love seeing Larry . He gives it to ya straight. I sure do hope I see him on his team mates podcasts. ❤
My ldol when I was growing up. He will always be the goat.
My #1 all-time sports idol right there. Congratulations Larry on this well-deserved honor. I just finally visited Larry’s statue at ISU last summer; one of the stops on a cross-country road trip with my son. Now I’m going to have to plan my return trip to Terre Haute to check out this museum. So, well done City of Terre Haute. This is definitely going to be a tourism draw; especially for 50+ year old Celtics fans like me who worshipped Larry in the 1980’s. ☘️
Big Larry Bird fan here. Did anyone notice the two times he referred to the Celtics as the Pacers? First he said that John Havlicek played for the Pacers, then he said that he (Bird) was the first round pick of the Pacers.
This guy is truly someone for kids to look up to.
No one was better than Larry. He may not have been that great athletically,but his brain way more than made up for that - he simple made his opponents look stupid.
I’m ready to put him above Magic on the greatest list. You couldn’t go wrong starting a team with either, but Bird could do a little more. Kareem and Worthy, alongside Bird.. forget about it.
Such a pleasure growing up a kid in Boston and watching this man play. He had a big impact on my attitude and work ethic.
Thought he was announcing his comeback lol
God bless you Larry Joe! I had season tickets back in the 80s and I worked at the garden in the 90s thanx for the memories my man! Whether you were playing or at the garden for an event you always Carried your self like a perfect gentleman!!! Luv you sir!!!!!
Thank you legend for what you did for our Celtics, and for making every other hall of fame players look absolutely stupid out on the court. Forever my G.O.A.T.
A class act..a genuine man, a basketball legend, and an NBA icon. Thank you thank you thank you for being our Celtics hero. You brought many years of joy to my life and countless sports fans. So great to see you enjoying the day…. Green forever Larry Legend
ICON
The Fever needs a coach for a couple years, Larry.
Legend
I was in 8th grade when Bird was at Indiana State . I was in awe of his shooting skills. 33 is in my book: The GOAT 🐐
Thankyou Larry
BOSTON loves you Larry!!
Bird is the man !!
From Springfield, MA
what a amazing player for a guy who was slow and couldnt jump what a joy it was to watch him and bill walton playing together
The only white dude that can walk in a bad black hood with no problem....and probably all dudes would ask him for an autograph
What does that say about black neighborhoods?
Only after he retired, not while playing as Steven A Smith suggested. Steven was probably thinking he was praising Larry but it said more about the state of black neighborhoods then and even now!
Larry always speaks about other people with respect - that's striking! Listening to Larry answering questions, sharing his thoughts on something you can right away say that he is a humble, decent and wise guy. And genuine. As one of his former teammates (Robert Parish, as far as I remember) said, Larry never put a blame on his teammates when something went wrong and never bullied and humiliated them. That's what you call class.
Larry is the reason why there are so many Celtics fans in Terre Haute. He was awesome! I can't wait to get back to TH and visit the museum.
Jordan and LeBron will always get greatest all time argument but I would still pick Bird over both of them. He was for 7-8 years the best player in the world and had he not gotten injured would have more titles.
Certainly, LeBron was not as good as Bird or Magic.
Jordan I’d place above Larry or Magic but not by much.
@@written12 To be top 4 you have to have the killer mentality and results, Bird did.. LeBron does not. Jordan the Goat, but Rushmore is Jordan, Kobe, Bird and soon when he gets a couple rings and at least hits 30, then Luka... All are killers, then after them you sort of hover with Lebron and Hakeem and then sprinkle in Magic, Shaq, Duncan, Kareem and then you get your top ten all time. Duncan and Magic are fluid and there are a few others that can be argued to move them out.
Legend!
There won't ever be another player like Larry Bird. Never. To me he is the G.O.A.T.
The woman states the criteria before asking a question, which the FIRST person neglects 😂😂
My Goat.
Larry Bird spoke very eloquently. Who knew he is the King of Trash Talkers! 😂😂😂😂
I wasn’t a huge fan back in the day , I should’ve been and am now .
Larry Legend 💪🏼
Larry is blessed with GOD given talent and he is staying humble!!!
❤ & ✊ Larry Legend
I am fortunate to say that I was there to watch his excellence.
What a humble, humble man, Larry you stated you put your heart and soul into basketball and it worked out for you what a understatement comment it made you a legend not great a legend tuely.
A Living Legend, we are lucky!
Larry Legend
Bird always for the win!
I think it was that Sports Illustrated issue that made me first aware of you Larry. Congratulations on such a spectacular contribution to the game!
"Put my heart & soul in the game", is why you are a Legend Larry. Boston native born & raised 70yrs. Thanks for the incredible memories. God Bless.
💚🏀☘️✝️🙏🕯️🇺🇲
What a kiind, professional, considerate dude. And he looks old like me so I don't feel so bad watching my heroes age. It was a unique honor to be in HS during his heyday. He's on my bucket list of people to meet.
Class !
Bird 🐦 gen X here ive been watching you since i was 9 ,(in 1979) we HAVE not stopped being your biggest fan or keeping up with you and we NEVER will #LB33 🐦💚🏀 in fact we chime in on yt on the regular to educate a younger generation, (i look to them for knowledge on tech stuff ,it all works out 😂 )
Nobody ever gave the game any more than he did. I never saw anybody play with the pain he did for as long as he did. I wish I could just sit down and have a beer with him.
Congratulations Larry the Legend
Larry Bird is the GOAT!!!! ❤❤❤❤
Bird
I would have loved for that team to have won more championships, too. That 1986 Celtic team was magic on a basketball court. Best single season team I ever saw.
Flying charter to only 20 away games, mostly in the Midwest or East Coast, contact Linn Dunn and tell her you're ready, lol .. I'm serious.
There are a lot of old guys wearing your jersey too. The ones your age
I don't care what the talking heads try to say. This man is the greatest small forward to ever play the game. And one of the top 3 best players of all-time.
I was lucky enough to see him play up close live at the H.H.H. Metrodome the first year of the T-Wolves. The Wolves set the NBA attendance record that year.
Larry mentioned John Havlicek. I was lucky enough to see him live too against the Lakers at the Forum in L.A. in 1976.