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Larry Bird had a great explanation of why it's tougher to win 3-point shootout than a dunk contest: "Everyone can jump"
At the inaugural 3-point Long Distance Shootout in 1986, Bird actually ... than the slam dunk contest because everyone can jump. Not everybody can shoot 3-pointers." Larry was right.
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Dee Brown on Larry Bird, Kevin McHale trying to mentor him before '91 Dunk Contest: "Y'all can't dunk. Stop trying to teach me"
Former Boston Celtics guard Dee Brown is best remembered for his no-look throwdown that helped him secure the 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Being a rookie at the time, the likes of Larry Bird and ...
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This Date in History: Bird's steal/assist rescues Celtics in 1987 ECF
As Isiah Thomas inbounded the ball to Bill Laimbeer, Larry Bird, left his man and stole the inbounds pass. He gathered his balance prior to stepping out of bounds and found his teammate Dennis ...
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'He said he'd be coming up to rookie camp' - Red Auerbach on how excited Larry Bird was about Len Bias joining the Celtics
"Larry Bird was so excited ... With his spectacular dunks, impressive athleticism, and smooth jump shot, Bias, a two-time ACC Player of the Year, appeared ahead of his time.