Bird, who had to retire early, admitted Bryant's resilience to keep playing through injuries made him admire him even more.
Parish said Bird, the once-fiery and trash-talking leader, became noticeably irritable toward the end of his career.
There are many NBA royalties, but only a few have left a mark as memorable as Larry Bird. That said, it's no surprise that ...
Besides his love for basketball, Larry Bird also had a deep passion for running. This enthusiasm was evident as he ...
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 ...
In the 1985-86 NBA season, Larry Bird led the Boston Celtics to their 16th championship and secured his third straight MVP award. However, off the court, things were a little more complicated.
Celtics Hall of Fame center Robert Parish is acknowledging he harbored bad feelings toward legendary teammate Larry Bird, and demonstrated his disappointment by letting Bird take a beating in a ...