Larry Bird

Explore the incredible career of Larry Bird, one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Learn about his achievements, his rivalry with Magic Johnson, and his impact on the game.
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A two-time All-America, 1978-79 College Player of the Year, 1979-80 NBA Rookie of the Year, 12-time All-Star, three-time MVP, two-time Finals MVP, 1997-98 Coach of the Year and 2011-12 Executive of the Year, Hall of Famer Larry Bird has done it all. With the "The Hick from French Lick" celebrating his 60th birthday on Dec. 7, 2016, we present SI's 60 best photos of Larry Bird.

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Today's item is Larry Bird's Boston Celtics road jersey he wore for his entire NBA career from 1979-92. Some might be surprised as to why I'd wear the green and white jersey because of my loyalty to other teams considered rivals, but it's all about the player on the back and Larry Bird is one of the true legends of the game. Born on 7 December 1956 in French Lick, IN., Larry Bird played for the Indiana State Sycamores from 1976-79 and was drafted 6th overall by the Boston Celtics in his…

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