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A legendary sportswriter had proclaimed Larry Bird as the GOAT during the 1986 playoffs: "Bird had just transcended games"

For modern-day fans who focus more on statistical achievements, Larry Bird's legacy of three MVP awards and three championships in six years illustrates why he is widely regarded as arguably the ...
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Larry Bird believes Magic Johnson should be in the GOAT conversation: "Head-and-shoulders above everybody else"

Larry Bird recognizes almost every great player he has ever faced throughout his legendary career. However, he understandably separates Magic Johnson from the pack. For Larry Legend, Johnson's skills ...
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‘Better than all of us’ – Larry Bird explained why Michael Jordan was the clear GOAT even over LeBron James

Larry Bird knew he was great. It's why he asked who was coming in second place in the 1987 Three-Point Contest, told bitter rival Magic Johnson he was going to put on a show for him, and confidently ...
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Larry Bird knew Michael Jordan would be GOAT after first meeting

Larry Bird didn't wait until the GOAT debate was a fad to stake his flag on the side of Michael Jordan. The Boston Celtics legend saw that level of greatness in Jordan early. Like, the first time they ...