Best of Larry Bird's career

Larry Bird Ultimate Mixtape

Take a look back at the top highlights and plays from Larry Bird's storied NBA career.

December 7, 2018

75 Stories | Larry Bird

Larry Bird was 1 of the NBA's most clutch players ever, amassing 3 MVPs while leading the Celtics to 5 Finals and 3 titles in the 1980s.

March 30, 2022

Legendary Moments in History: Larry Bird's 60 points vs. Hawks

On this date: Bird drops 60 on Hawks in 1985

On March 12, 1985, Larry Bird erupted for career-high 60 points in the Boston Celtics’ win against the Atlanta Hawks.

March 11, 2019

On This Date: Larry Bird's clutch steal vs. Detroit

This date in history: Bird's steal vs. Pistons in '87

On May 26, 1987, Celtics legend Larry Bird registered one of the more famous steals in NBA history in Game 5 of the East Finals.

May 27, 2020

Larry Bird wins 3 consecutive 3-point contests

Larry Bird and Kevin McHale remember how Larry Bird won three straight All-Star 3-Point Contests.

February 20, 2018

Bird and McHale on Lakers-Celtics Rivalry

Larry Bird and Kevin McHale talk about the Lakers-Celtics rivalry and how it changed the NBA.

February 20, 2018

High Tops: Larry Bird's Best Clutch Moments

Larry Bird's Best Clutch Moments.

December 7, 2020

Bird and McHale on the Boston-Philly Rivalry

Larry Bird and Kevin McHale discuss how the fierce rivalry between the Celtics and Sixers was passed from one Celtics teammate to another.

February 20, 2018

Legendary Moments in History: Wilkins-Bird Game 7 Duel

Legendary Moments: Wilkins vs. Bird in 1988

On May 22, 1988, Larry Bird and Dominique Wilkins squared off for one of the greatest one-on-one battles in NBA playoff history.

May 22, 2018

This Day in History: Larry Bird Debut Highlights (Oct 12, 1979)

Legendary moments: Larry Bird debuts in 1979

On Oct 12, 1979, Larry Bird made his NBA debut vs the Houston Rockets

October 12, 2021

Legendary Moments in NBA history: Larry Bird's left-handed triple-double

Legendary Moments: Bird's lefty triple-double

On February 14, 1986, Larry Bird delivered an iconic game, notching a 47-point triple-double while playing mostly with his left hand.

February 13, 2018

Larry Bird's Uncanny Passing Skills

Kevin McHale and Larry Bird reminisce about Bird's uncanny ability to find teammates with the basketball, no matter where they were on the court.

February 20, 2018

Larry Bird's Best Playoff Scoring Plays

In honor of Stephen Curry passing Larry Bird for 12th on the NBAs All-Time Postseason Scoring list, take a look back at some of Larry Birds best scoring plays through the Playoffs!

May 10, 2023

High Tops: Larry Bird's Best Assist and Moves

Check out Lary Bird's Best Assists and Moves.

December 7, 2020

High Tops: Larry Bird's Best Threes and Defensive Plays

Larry Bird's Best Threes and Defensive Plays.

December 7, 2020

This Date in History: On 11/30/1990, Larry Bird scored his 20,000th career point

Check out a few of Larry Bird's highlights from the game as he marched towards his 20,000th point!

November 30, 2020

High Tops: Larry Bird's Best All-Star Moments

Larry Bird's best All-Star Game moments

Relive some of the best plays and moments from Larry Bird's appearances in the NBA All-Star Game.

December 7, 2020

This Date in History - Larry Bird's Incredible Mid-Air Switch (5/5/81)

During Game 1 of the 1981 NBA Finals vs. Houston, Larry Bird of the Boston Celtics sensed his jumper was going to be off target, then raced to the right baseline, grabbed the rebound with his right hand, switched the ball into his left hand as his momentum was taking him out of bounds and somehow laid it in the basket. The Celtics won the game 98-95, and went on to take the series in six games.

May 5, 2021

This Date In History: Celtics retire Bird's jersey

This Date In History: Larry Birds Jersey Retirement (February 4, 1993)

February 3, 2021

This Date in History: Larry Bird hits game-winner in 1984 Finals

On This Date: Bird drains game-winner in 1984 Finals

On June 6th 1984, the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers faced off in game 4 of the NBA Finals. The Lakers led the series 2-1, but the Celtics were on a mission. After forcing the game to overtime, Larry Bird hit a game winning jumper over Magic Johnson. On the Lakers inbound pass, M.L. Carr stole the ball and dunked it to seal the win. The Celtics were able to walk away with a 129 125 victory.

June 6, 2021