Despite the controversy, Bird's vulnerability emerged, highlighting his enjoyment of life's pleasures. The altercation at Chelsea’s bar in Quincy Market involved Larry Bird and bartender-bouncer ...

to the point that young Shaquille O'Neal thought it was luck. Related: Larry Bird was part of Mychal Thompson’s three rules of life: "Don't make Larry Bird mad" ...

Larry Bird, who called himself "a hick from French Lick," is anything but. He was one of those rare athletes who made everybody around him better. His uncanny passing, deadly shooting and ...

I can't go back and relive the first five or six years of her life." Janet is Larry's high school sweetheart Janet Condra. The two married after Bird enrolled at Indiana State in 1975 and although ...

Sometimes, all the pieces in life fall perfectly into place ... However, one name rightfully stood in its own category—Larry Bird. Though only in his second season (as he was drafted in 1979 ...

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) prior to a game against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images / RVR Photos-Imagn ...

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson can close the century knowing they resuscitated the pro game and gave new life to the college tournament. Bird, the fair-haired white shooter from the sticks of ...

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) in action against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images / RVR Photos-Imagn ...

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 ...

Tatum emphasized winning is what matters most, but a little icing on the cake isn’t bad. “Larry Bird is probably the best player to ever wear this uniform,” Tatum said. “So any time you ...