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When Larry Bird was in high school, his father committed suicide: “My dad gave up on not only himself, but us kids”
A child experiencing the loss of a parent is undeniably challenging. During his high school years, Larry Bird encountered this tragic reality in a most distressing manner when his father committed ...
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Local author gives insight on legendary NBA star Larry Bird's childhood with new book
There's a new book out on Larry Bird, but "As If By Magic" doesn't just focus on his legendary NBA career. Author Randy Mills gives readers an insight on Larry's high school days. When basketball ...
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Where does Larry Bird rank among top 10 NBA wings of all time?
Ranking the top 10 NBA wings of all time... NBA Finals series record: 3-2 Playoff record: 99-65 (.604) Playoff stats: 23.8 ...
'Nothing impresses Mr. Bird': Player recalls nerves playing in front of Larry Bird during Pacers draft workout
The former Indiana Pacers coach and executive famously rarely changes his expression when watching potential NBA players.
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Larry Bird's night to remember with the Boston Celtics at the old Garden
Earlier this week, the 31st anniversary of the retirement of Hall of Fame Boston Celtics legendary forward Larry Bird getting his No. 33 jersey retired at the old Boston Garden arrived. The Hick From ...
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Dedicated: Nearly a decade after effort began, Larry Bird’s statue christened in its rightful place
The Tribune-Star Nov 10, 2013 Nov 10, 2013 Updated Dec 17, 2014 On a sunny, slightly windy Saturday morning, a countdown similar to what Larry Bird heard before he would swish a game-winning shot ...
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Plain and simple, Bird one of the best
"If you put all of us in a room -- Magic, Jordan, myself and Bird -- Bird would probably ... four assists as a senior for Springs Valley High School, he earned a scholarship to Indiana.