Larry Bird is the only person in NBA history to be named Rookie of the Year, MVP three times straight, Finals MVP, All-Star MVP, Coach of the Year, Executive of the Year.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Good luck topping that
@andybilakshow260
Жыл бұрын
Larry GOAT is undeniably indisputable.🤔
@patriciaperdue5532
Жыл бұрын
And...first ever and 3x consecutive 3pt. contest winner and founder (and multiple year member) of the 50/40/90 club.
@johnhealy4311
Жыл бұрын
And first to ever poop 💩 on a 💩
@Sunny-jz3dy
9 ай бұрын
😂
@TomFurr-uc1hj
10 ай бұрын
What most people don't know was Larry had an 8 year stretch where he won the MVP 3 yrs in a row but was runner up the other 5 .I doubt no other player had a better 8 year stretch.
@cindyknudson2715
23 күн бұрын
Truth
@antonedecosta9822
10 күн бұрын
He had the most dominant 8 years of anyone to have played the game.
@christofour217
Жыл бұрын
I'm 62 now and I sure do miss those days watching Larry and everyone else from that era play ball. Larry was something special.
@Lfg117
Жыл бұрын
🔥
@RemoWilliams1227
Жыл бұрын
I was born in 79 so cut my teeth on early mid 80s, I count myself lucky and reckon that's why I'm a fan to this day. I had the pleasure of my first basketball watching experience being maybe the best the league ever was. 55 miles south of Chicago too so very quickly we were blessed with MJ.
@sitarnut
7 ай бұрын
Me too, Bro. Miss those days, I'm 79 and it's just hard to see what has happened to the game... but I've got my No. 33 Jersey and the "Sporting News" with Larry on the cover. Bird and Magic... never be like that again....
@ErikHeimdallr
7 ай бұрын
You and I are the same age. I miss it too.
@bbmtge
Жыл бұрын
It was an absolute privilege to watch the NBA in the 1980's.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
I wish i was there
@wallyreyes8876
4 ай бұрын
Yes it was. Bird and Magic were magic
@mikewatts867
3 ай бұрын
I was lucky enough to see games at the Forum but as far as watching on TV, most games were on tape delay and you had to wait until they were over to watch. So it was the radio where I experienced most of the games in real time. I would have a radio in my backyard and play along with the game on my own hoop based on what I was hearing from the great Chick Hearn. That was before internet so if you didn’t listen on the radio, usually you didn’t know who won the game until you watched the tape delay so it wasn’t that big of a deal. Different times for sure
@brianmurphy811
Жыл бұрын
You gotta remember, which isn't really covered here....Larry was an unbelievable passer. Defenders had absolutely ZERO clue whether he was going to shoot or pass. And his teammates had to be on their toes ALL the time when Larry had the ball.
@franceswitham8214
6 ай бұрын
I'd love to see videos highlight his passing abilities. Pete Maravich is the only player I've seen who could do the passing game like Larry Bird.
@tarikdebarge
4 ай бұрын
Facts!
@tommerphy1286
23 күн бұрын
@@brianmurphy811 when he got to the 3 point line if he was double teamed that means someone is open and he found them
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
9 ай бұрын
The only man in basketball 🏀 to get the opponent to cheer him on like that
@johndardi1334
2 ай бұрын
Yep… that’s saying something and the man played 3 quarters of an NBA game with his left hand. He scored 27 points left handed. Who does THAT?
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
2 ай бұрын
@@johndardi1334 who plays 3/4s and is one steal from a quadruple dbl.. Larry Joe Bird
@mapen140
Жыл бұрын
You provided an unbiased tribute to Larry Bird, thank you.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Try to be as unbiased as possible! Thanks
@darenferrell6656
Жыл бұрын
Larry is still ranked 13th in college basketball scoring history. Bleacher Report has him listed as the 9th best to ever play college basketball. As for the NBA we all know what he did on the court. It’s off the court that amazes me. He was a big part of raising money for the boys and girls club and he hosted Larry’s Game in Indy to help raise the money. He brought in NBA talent from all over for the game. He did so much for so many young kids. He was a legend on the court and a true inspiration and Legend off the court. Bird will always be my favorite player to watch and the best all around player in every category in my opinion. He is still my pick for GOAT just because he gave his best every time he walked on the floor. He played harder hurt than most players played when not hurt. He spent more time on the floor going after lose balls than any other player I can remember. I know I am probably preaching to the choir for most Bird fans but I miss the good old days when basketball was truly played hard.
@Zephyrmec
Жыл бұрын
It seems as if you pass gas in the general direction of the opposition, it’s a technical!
@genevetere
Жыл бұрын
There's no such thing as a travel or a carry anymore.@@Zephyrmec
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
9 ай бұрын
He single handedly woke up the basketball 🏀 gods in Boston. That city was in a deep depression, acity that knows winning. They owe him for how he stayed, played, and for the way he did it. Legend
@garytierney8040
Жыл бұрын
one of the things that people don't about that cheek fracture was that the trainer told Larry that he was done for the night. Larry waited until the trainer and doctor were distracted and ran back out onto the floor.
@jaredbracci3529
Жыл бұрын
Let's not forget…. at age 30, BIRD was a 90 % marksman from the free throw line. Why is this incredibly important stat (particularly @ the end of the game) often overlooked? This is a time when your best player has the ball, or should. Bird WILL make his free throws, and the fact is, he actually cherished it.
@mattwerling7565
Жыл бұрын
he broke his cheek bone in that fall, and came back to win it
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
What a monster
@emmamurphy9955
3 ай бұрын
Larry was savage
@emmamurphy9955
3 ай бұрын
Lebron is a cry baby
@mikewatts867
3 ай бұрын
and probably a concussion as well, but they didn't really think about stuff like that back then. I can't remember if it was that game or another one, but he was having double vision, seeing two baskets, and had to adjust and figure out which one was the real basket he needed to aim for. Of all the insane Larry stories, that's the one that stands out the most to me
@jamesmccormick875
10 ай бұрын
I grew up in this era. The NBA was going under. It was Larry and Magic that saved the NBA. The finals were being played on delay. Late at night after people went to bed. They took the NBA from midnight to prime time. From almost bankrupt to a world wide phenomenon.
@andybilakshow260
Жыл бұрын
One of the things that makes Larry GOAT imo is that every defense of every play has a hole or 2. Larry could always find that hole & exploit it. That's a pretty good description of GOAT to me.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Who Else Understood the Game at His Level?
@rafehr1378
8 ай бұрын
Thank You, BU. I had to watch this 2 times. So much to absorb. The Birdman was a demon to my Lakers and later to the Sonics. West Coast fan back then. Times change, and seeing what the Birdman did, is amazing. Thanks again.
@BU_TV
8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! My dad said the same
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
9 ай бұрын
Dominique is a humble dude too. Asked him or bird. Didn't answer. Just gave bird props. Hell of a player too
@billstiem6035
7 ай бұрын
Dominique was awesome on the court and he is an excellent gentleman. That 4th quarter shootout between Dominique and Bird is spectacular. They respect each other. What a talented Battle that was....................
@robertheinrich6332
Жыл бұрын
BU: it is a joy to participate with you when you're reacting to Larry. As that one NBA commentator opined, "He (Larry) makes the game so beautiful!"
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
A part of the game that is mostly lost. Thank God for vintage footage of previous eras
@theignorantsinneradam1900
Жыл бұрын
Larry Bird hurt his back paving his mother's driveway in 1985, so he played the last 7 seasons in pain. Still in the "GOAT " conversation, rightfully.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
As he should be
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
'Cuz he's the Deadliest, Most Complete Player We've Seen? 🙅♂@@BU_TV
@stevenmurphy1665
Жыл бұрын
I think, all things considered, Larry Bird is the real G-O-A-T....
@b.rocket
Жыл бұрын
I like this guy. He is intelligent, logical, rational with his analysis of Bird. Bird is my #1. In any era.
@unity1016
Жыл бұрын
I think any great player will be a great player in any Era. (For me, Larry Bird especially. )
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
I mostly agree with this mmmhm
@Sunny-jz3dy
9 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Could Shaq play if they call fouls like today? 😚
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
9 ай бұрын
Love how birds demeanor changes when magics there. Big smile. So great. 2 players who put team play above all else. They r who we should all strive to be. 🎉❤
@sandyleewhite
8 ай бұрын
Yes 😊
@arlyndodge1415
Жыл бұрын
He is also the originator of the 50/40/90 club in multiple seasons!
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
coooooorrect!
@SuperFriendBFG
Жыл бұрын
I love Larry's bounce passes. You will often notice he'll add a lot of spin to the ball in order for it to change trajectory on the bounce, allowing it to effectively curve around an opposing player. Sometimes it's subtle on camera, in one or two clips you can clearly see it though.
@davep8221
9 ай бұрын
McHale tells a story about that. He said he tried to do the same, and just couldn't get it to work.
@Sunny-jz3dy
9 ай бұрын
LB was a BB savant on that court ...there is no doubt!
@stephenkennedy8305
9 ай бұрын
Kevin McHale talks about Bird putting spin on the ball. McHale say he tried it and gave up on it.
@theshannan59
10 ай бұрын
Mutual respect . Will to win. Supreme talent.
@irishgrl
Жыл бұрын
@13:12 “he meant to do that!” Yes. The smile on his face as he’s backing away says it all!
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Facts Irish! Larry know what he doing😩
@larrytoole1476
9 ай бұрын
Never seen a man that could start at any position on the floor
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Bird, Magic, Elgin Baylor ...
@BU_TV
8 ай бұрын
Well apparently they say Lebron can😂😂
@kellytrimble7019
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for being honest. I’m 60 and grew up watching Larry & Magic battle it out! I don’t understand how todays players can underestimate him! The game was MORE PHYSICAL back then & he was 6ft 10! Always came through with unbelievable passes & OWNED the 3 pt clutch & free throws. Talking trash the whole game. 😂 Larry the Legend! Won me lots of $ ❤❤❤
@BU_TV
11 ай бұрын
Im glad you were able to gain too!
@wishingb5859
Жыл бұрын
I was watching the NCAA championships this year and Magic and Larry both stood up for the young players. Both of them are still trying to save the NCAA and NBA. That really touched me. I honestly thought Larry would get sarcastic about the new people but he champions them.
@Tony-hs8mu
Жыл бұрын
As we watch the tape, when you are near ground floor and watching the actual game you see so more the small things in the game, some his passing was nearly unbelievable and his places on the court. When you play the game you really understand the difficulty, Bird played street ball earlier.
@patrickleahy9534
Жыл бұрын
Magic & Larry, Larry & Magic...there is no comparison in sports period. For what they did for a sport, who they were and oh shi the battle. Not even a huge Basketball fan but there is zero doubt, at least for North America.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
You are not lying. I agree
@covewatcher
Жыл бұрын
Hi BU... I live in Boston and am a HUGE fan of Tom Brady. However, I completely agree with you. The rivalry between Peyton and Tommy is no where near the intensity or depth of the rivalry between Magic and Larry. Furthermore, although Tom and Peyton are friends, they are not the same kind of friends as Larry and Magic. Larry and Magic have a special bond that is very rare.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
You are very right!
@rafehr1378
Жыл бұрын
True
@Zephyrmec
Жыл бұрын
LaBron is not a top shelf passer, he is a ball hog and expects to get the ball and shoot, or you are riding pine
@BeckettBoy
Жыл бұрын
@@Zephyrmec why even mention him? lol
@tyndallbishoff3759
Жыл бұрын
And a cry baby!
@shawnwalford6578
Жыл бұрын
Don't forget the Respect and Love for each other. 🏀
@mattstrathis4328
Жыл бұрын
About halfway through this video it sneaks from a really good highlight reel to a jaw dropping highlight reel!
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Someone is paying attention!
@markstearns8029
9 ай бұрын
I’m 64 years old, bird & magic is the greatest rivalry I’ve ever seen. Yes they are great friends 💪🏽💯💯💯❤️
@abelhansen
Жыл бұрын
You can see how much hes fans love larry bird. 🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀🏀
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah he got the luv
@78tag
Жыл бұрын
Good work bud. It is good to see people with basketball smarts bring back things I hadn't thought about in a while. The game just doesn't interest me anymore so thanks for the memories and the recognition of a talented player - the GOAT.
@genevetere
Жыл бұрын
Ditto.
@Djm0319
Жыл бұрын
I’m from Boston. I got to experience the Larry Bird and Magic Johnson era. I watch these videos and read the comments of people comparing Bird to kids that are playing now. Also we didn’t talk about who was the GOAT. During the Larry Bird years we didn’t care about any of that nonsense. Speaking for myself I liked a lot of players during the 1970’s and 1980’s. The 1980’s was great basketball. It was so great I haven’t been able to watch basketball since. For me the game died when the legends retired. The type of basketball being played today isn’t the same or comparable. It does not provide the wars that 1980’s basketball had. It doesn’t provide the edge of your seat heart pumping thrill ride that the 1980’s basketball had. It sucks that it couldn’t have lasted forever. I wish everyone could have experienced it. It was awesome and I miss it.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Same.
@bettyrose959
Жыл бұрын
Many people didn't understand Larry being drafted in his junior year. He became eligible for the draft because he enrolled in Indiana first and then left to Indiana St. in 74, and that class had graduated. Making him eligible. Indian Pacers attempted to draft him with their number one pick and found he wasn't going to leave college. So they traded the number one pick to Portland Trailblazers who also attempted to draft him at number one. They passed after they too failed to convince him to leave college early. When the Celtics drafted him at Number six it was a gamble. Boston's rights would expire when the next draft began on June 25, and Bird would have been the likely top pick. After protracted negotiations, Bird inked a five-year, $3.25 million contract with the team on June 8, making him the highest-paid rookie in sports history. Shortly afterwards, NBA draft eligibility rules were changed to prevent teams from drafting players before they were ready to sign, a rule known as the Bird Collegiate Rule.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Preach Betty! Thanks for the facts l. It was a gamble
@billygoatbaa3350
8 ай бұрын
That is the most precise and fact driven explanation for how it all went down . 😊 thank you for that
@leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586
5 күн бұрын
@@BU_TV In some ways it was, but if they really got to know about who he was, they would have known that when he gave his word, he kept it. That's called character.
@romeoalphafoxtrot9517
Жыл бұрын
I was so lucky to grow up in that era. Lakers vs Celtics. INSANE! All of LA was electric when the Celtics came to town once a year. My God! When the Lakers had that showtime fast break going, OMG!!! This complete joke that the NBA is today is absolutely unwatchable. Who cares anymore! Larry Bird was a G.O.A.T.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Those fast breaks were…magical
@babyfry4775
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for reacting to this one. I have seen a lot of this footage but not all of it and there was some fun stuff. Love your reaction too! I agree with you on Bird’s passing. My goodness, that man could pass!😄
@freak5646
Жыл бұрын
One thing about these Bird videos is that it isn't Joe Blow or Fred Journeyman talking about how good he was. These are greats and hall of famers themselves. These are professionals who played with or against him. Magic, Kareem, Michael Cooper, Byron Scott, James Worthy, Dominique, Isaiah Thomas, Salley, Irvin, Barkley, Ewing - the list has no end. If these guys said you deserved to be on the court with them, you are already great. When they admit fearing you? Damn.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
All facts
@jamesmccormick875
10 ай бұрын
When Irving, Magic, Jordon and a bunch of other of the best ever say Larry is the best or in the top 5 ever, you need to listen. I watched Larry play and it’s hard to explain how ridiculously great he was. He should be in everyone’s top 5 all time greats. He makes it on Mount Rushmore every time.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
top 2 or Bust.
@01donandrews
Жыл бұрын
No disrespect, but the young men these days have no idea how physical these men played.
@michaelreed9805
10 ай бұрын
Watch his regular games...pick one or two and youll see more than these highlight reels. Every damn game he played seemed epic. So many more games that showcased his talent
@roccityadventures4442
Жыл бұрын
I am glad that you acknowledged the the IQ.... props
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Its unmistakeable
@smftv
11 ай бұрын
I'd like to be younger, but I'm very glad to have grown up in Boston, in the 80's and be a part of Larry Bird's rise to legendary status. We even have the same last name, no relation sadly, but it was (and nostalgically) still is a very special time. Side Note: I was at the gym when he retired, and Magic came out (which btw... no one ever shows) but Magic had on a Larry Bird Celtics jersey under his Lakers uni. Magic said something to the effect of "I've got one more surprise for you. (takes his jacket off) it'll never happen again, but this is for you" and showed that he was wearing Larry Birds Celtics jersey. Rousing applause from the fans, laughter from Larry, but in that moment, when it hit that it was over... as Larry said "Good-bye" Women, Men (of all ages and sizes, kids, trainers... ) No one was exercising, we just watched... eyes glued to the tv's, all proud and heartbroken; there wasn't a dry eye in the building.
@Joe-bf9ys
Жыл бұрын
I'm impressed your knowledge and class throughout this Bird montage....God bless Peace
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Likewise bless!
@LSFA-KrissyL16
Жыл бұрын
Larry averaged 30.3 in college, and 29.9 in the '87-'88 season. career he's 24.3.
@elvispresley5921
Жыл бұрын
ty...saved me a trip to Bball reff
@irishgrl
Жыл бұрын
@12:09 SAS asked & answered…..now you know why I say LARRY LEGEND IS A UNICORN (and the TRUE GOAT!!!)
@sugarnads
Жыл бұрын
🐐🐐🐐
@sugarnads
Жыл бұрын
Hey Irish how you doing 💐
@irishgrl
Жыл бұрын
@@sugarnads Doing good, and how’s my favorite duck? 😘
@sugarnads
Жыл бұрын
@@irishgrl faaanntastic dear 😊 check yr blog. Drop me an email 😚🙏
@irishgrl
Жыл бұрын
@@sugarnads Will do!
@texirie
Жыл бұрын
I was in highschool for this game. I saw Bird back in the day at the Gardens -so glad too.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Had to be quite a joy
@danieloconnor1005
Жыл бұрын
I agree, Bird wouldn't have to adjust to the size of today's players. When Larry played, every team had a legit 7 foot center. Kareem, Hakeem, Ewing. Ralph Sampson was 7 foot 4 for pete's sake.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
For reeal! Thank you!
@kool4209
Жыл бұрын
They jump higher now and they cab bust 3s like nobodies business. Larry would have to upgrade his handles to survive in todays league.
@marykuettner752
Жыл бұрын
@@kool4209 Larry could shoot with either hand, today Larry would have grown up with the 3 point line. He wouldn't need to upgrade anything. There isn't a player in today's league that can jump higher than Jordan.
@rustydaboyrobot
Жыл бұрын
@@kool4209 Larry was shooting over... Ralph Sampson Kareem Olajuwan Moses Malone Patrick Ewing Bill Laimbeer And over super athletes like.. Dominique MJ Dr. J Charles Bernard King George Gervin Etc... Yeah...I think Larry would be just fine. His opponents might need a quiet corner to cry in, though 😂
@andybilakshow260
Жыл бұрын
@@rustydaboyrobot Larry'd do just like he always did. Put them in "time out" after class🤣
@cygnus62
6 ай бұрын
When I discovered KZitem in 2011 one of the first video's I watched was a Larry Bird highlight video and I haven't stopped watching these Bird vids since. It's sick.
@ralphjacques7618
Жыл бұрын
Larry/Magic rivalry will always be the greatest because they played more championship games between themselves than any other 2 bonified stars.
@TrueSkeptic77
Жыл бұрын
He came back with skull fractures and concussion if I do not remember wrong.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Correct he did
@DH-ij9pe
Жыл бұрын
I could not agree more with you on Bird. Great vid man. The young ones NEED to start watching Larry tape, I think their opinions would change very quickly.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
With new information comes new perspective
@danzemacabre8899
Жыл бұрын
If the younger generation doesn't believe he was that good that means you pretty much depreciate one of the greatest eras on basketball history. Because the list of H.O.Fers.that he beat and not only beat but bested is pretty damn impressive so you can't call Dr.J , Dominique , Isaiah, Hakeem, Magic , B. King, MJ , worthy , Kareem ,Moses ,A.Dantley ,M.Aguirre,etc. Great if Bird wasn't Great. He beat them all and got bested most of them . Can't have it both ways. And common sense and history tells you that list players weren't just great. They were legendary HOF. That ends that discussion if they decide to watch or not ,facts are facts and all those guys will attest to his greatness. They have no choice because to say otherwise diminishes their career. When you win like he did its impossible to revise history you can only remain ignorant and clueless. Oh crap forgot Sir Charles on that list he was pretty good too and Ewing , Mullin,Clyde the Glide,Malone and Stockton ...yeah sure ..Bird overrated...get real ask those guys
@nadspurs
Жыл бұрын
I know the game has changed but man I miss this the trash talking & physicality in the 80' & 90'. The match-ups were also amazing. I do enjoy 3 point shooting it todays game, but back in the day was used more as a strategic weapon but I have no doubt if Larry was playing today he would be up with the best in terms of 3 point shooting numbers. The guy would be on the practice court all day & night lol I do miss the mix of more driving to the post, slam dunking over players, sky hooks etc Think the talent is around in todays game to mix it up more. Love the reaction videos. Much appreciated😊✊
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
All facts, I appreciate ya!
@willowtatus6159
Жыл бұрын
@@BU_TV Hell, Larry with today's medical technology would've gotten proper treatment for his spinal injury humping concrete around at his mom's house in the offseason and his career would've been a lot longer. Not to mention nutrition, workout regimen, etc.
@bond823
Жыл бұрын
This is a nice piece of work. Im 65 from boston .not only did magic and larry bring basketball back they also Punched threw the Racial Divide💪💪 true friendship is hard to find. Thanks for this vidieo 👍👍
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Thanks and appreciate ya!
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
... we made steady racial progress while they captained the league...
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
8 ай бұрын
Best player in history praise him. How do these people nowadays not give him his praise. He deserves it so much and he's so humble. He will never say it
@sharonbird2921
Жыл бұрын
MJ, Larry Legend was lighting everyone up 🐐🐐🐐
@tomcardwell1853
Жыл бұрын
I know you have seen most of these video;s but you keep watching , hats off to you,
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
For the one or two clips i never seen before that might be in there😂 I have almost ran through all Bird documentaries.
@jackdeucker830
Жыл бұрын
Best Bird compilation I've seen! Thank you!! You left out the Dream Team moments...
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Thanks you! Dream Team video is up as well
@carolhigby6283
10 ай бұрын
You are totally correct,Larry Bird Can play anytime .
@ecclesrice9789
8 ай бұрын
My future wife insisted i had to come to the first basketball game of the 1976 season to watch her perform on the court. It was Larry Bird's first college game and he was simply the most exciting player i had ever seen. I got to watch him for FREE on my student ID for the next two years!
@cindyknudson2715
23 күн бұрын
You lucky dog. In the right place at the right time.
@spaltersar
Жыл бұрын
Larry Bird and the showtime Lakers saved the league from collapsing of scandals and drug abuse. We should never forget this.
@beadybaby
9 ай бұрын
Len Bias was a huge loss. I think that’s why they have black tape on their uniforms in some film.
@daryllemons66
Жыл бұрын
Dude I'm a Duke fan but I have to agree with you on JJ Reddick... gives the school and basketball a black eye...
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Coming from a dukie
@F1rstWorldNomaD
11 ай бұрын
30:20 Not just finished, he won the game. After Bird left the court Boston started trailing. Bird was watching innthe locker room. The doctor told him he was out, he had a broken cheek and a concussion. But Larry saw his team losing and thats unacceptable so he waited for the doc to leave the room and snuck backnout. He proceeded to put up likd 16 point in that last quarter. I dont remember the exact number but it was a crazy number just on its own. Considering Larry had double vision from the head trauma it goes from mind blowing to "ah... He did a 'Larry' again".
@xciteful
Жыл бұрын
Bird and Magic is THE SPORTS story of the last century.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Clearly! and yawn ... we've yet to see anything APPROACHING IT in this one?
@timflint3408
Жыл бұрын
I just subscribed. Dude that was awesome. You said things about Larry I’ve been saying for years. Absolutely loved it. Also 100% with you on KAT.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub and facts! We gotta keep it 100 with Bird and the other greats! KAT😂
@timflint3408
Жыл бұрын
Who’s your top 5 all time? I got mj bird Kareem wilt magic.
@dm5319
Жыл бұрын
Reggie had a big point: today's rules, with the turnstile defenses - he'd be open for shots, and passing lanes would be wide open. No disrespect to LeBron, who's performance over time is incredible. Your point about James being ball dominant is also spot on.
@franceswitham8214
6 ай бұрын
I really love the Larry Bird videos. Thank you for sharing. Id love to see a video featuring his ball handling and passing.
@franceswitham8214
6 ай бұрын
"It ain't bragging if you can do it," Don Meredith.
@andybilakshow260
Жыл бұрын
I gotta give Steven A credit (I was loosing faith in him) for laying out the definition of GOAT AND giving the knod to Larry GOAT.
@user-yw8hj9uc3r
11 ай бұрын
I am not from Boston , but was able to watch live Celtic games when the legend was playing i will say none of the games were boring unlike todays games over priced and over hyped . The unselfish play the killer instinct was on full display Bird hands down top three of all time.
@cindyknudson2715
Жыл бұрын
Bird turned 30 on December 7, 1986. Many videos highlight that Bird worked on a garbage truck. Perhaps city folks can't understand what it is to work for the street department in a small community. That street department did pick up garbage as part of its routine but what it really did is maintain the public spaces in the community. It did things like fix damaged or worn signs or paint park benches and cut grass in public spaces. Bird has said that he enjoyed the work. He liked that he was in a position to do something about that bent or scruffy looking item on the street. Maintaining and beautifying one's community is a noble occupation too. I like how Bird didn't look down his nose at honest hard work or the people who do it.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Facts. Humble beginnings fr
@SkyCloudSilence
Жыл бұрын
Bruh,... literally most people have humble beginnings. Why do people talk as if that's "weird" lmao?
@jeffouellette9946
Жыл бұрын
That was one heck of a response Michael Jordan gave.
@romulusclay9624
Жыл бұрын
At the age of 60 I can honestly say I live through the best this country had to offer for music and sports. I can't listen to anything new or even stomach the Powderpuff NBA today
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
My dad share the same thought
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
It's incomparable. The flops, the walking, the load-mgmt, lack of defense, stat-padding, selfishness, lack of hustle & grit, "fouls"... and then kids today calling the Greats "Trash"/"Plumbers" ... it's Pathetic. @@BU_TV
@theleftturn2
10 ай бұрын
“No fool, answer the question” lol
@cindyknudson2715
Жыл бұрын
Bird held the season record in the league for DWS 4 times.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@jmreynaud
6 ай бұрын
Winning that tip against Olajuwan....almost no words for that
@blindeyedog01
4 ай бұрын
I love Kobe. He's my favorite player, but I grew up in the 70s and 80s, Bird was no joke, he pissed me off as an avid Lakers' fan: he was that good! ❤❤❤
@derekmartin5749
8 ай бұрын
In perspective bird in the finals worked the boards against Hakeem Olajuwon in the finals…the same guy who was probably the best center in the nba for the next decade plus with Ralph Sampson who was also no joke…but also on top of that scored his ass off…guy was amazing
@BU_TV
8 ай бұрын
Bird really was of the highest caliber tier
@sandyleewhite
Жыл бұрын
Magic & Larry, resurrected the game of basketball......My dad loved basketball, but stopped watching, until the competition between Johnson & Bird was highlighted......What my Dad used to say, about Larry's game, is that it reminded him of someone, who was not only playing basketball, but also, volleyball, dodgeball, hockey, baseball, track & Field, soccer, & strategic chess, all at the same time, and was what made him so great 😊He certainly was one of the most unique and gifted players, I have ever watched!
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
I love that breakdown! Thanks for sharing!
@johnhealy4311
Жыл бұрын
At 14:21 we both just laughed at the same exact time 😂😂😂
@Joe-bf9ys
Жыл бұрын
I'm speaking of the man in the right hand corner during this
@marthayoung2308
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this.😁
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@hughkingsley8631
9 ай бұрын
What makes Larry so great is his constant movement and flow throughout the game. Watch any game he plays. He is always moving. He can be a difference maker in a game without taking a shot. Michael couldn't do that. He had to have the ball. Lebron has to have the ball but wants to give it up when it comes down to the last shot, where Larry wants that ball in that last second and 8 times out of 10, will make the shot.
@slagwill5599
9 ай бұрын
Why tear others down just to build one up tho? Bird is great and incomparable on his own.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
I don't think it's about tearing anyone down, I think it's describing a Philosophy that Took the Game to Another Level... I think LeBron would Agree. @@slagwill5599
@timwalker6802
10 ай бұрын
Excellent very well done, thank you for this analysis. New subscriber with a thumbs up.😊
@yambo59
Жыл бұрын
I agree, whats that guy talking about Larry having to adjust to todays players etc-???!! Larry played in and against one of THE strongest and most talent rich eras ever seen in NBA HISTORY-!!!! Prime Larry Bird would hold his own if not outright mop the floor with most - if not all - of todays players
@WilliamTross448
9 ай бұрын
Larry was, is and always has been the GOAT. 🏀
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Many of us have known for decades ... it's funny how the Question Arises, Now?
@aramhamparian9641
Жыл бұрын
Today's NBA is tailor made for Bird. Great vid bro.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Aram we will only see it in 2k
@monamaple9790
7 ай бұрын
Larry had heart for the game it's about the team not stats awesome 👍
@TheRealJackMahoffer
2 ай бұрын
There would be no modern NBA without Bird and Magic.
@kristen1407
Жыл бұрын
Loved this reaction. Thanks
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate ya!!! Thank ya!
@stevechrist8622
Жыл бұрын
your funny trying to read some of those statements so damn fast and sometime you didn't get it done i had to laugh so some advise just stop the tape and read it and make a comment if you like it seems near the end you did stop the tape i think but still loved your reaction
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
I took it on as a challenge😂😂😂
@carolynclaire5241
8 ай бұрын
The 80s games were so fun to watch!!
@battagliarandy8073
Жыл бұрын
I'm totally in agreement with you and would add Magic and Larry are the greatest rivalry in sports history.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
It was all perfect timing
@battagliarandy8073
Жыл бұрын
@@BU_TV Lol isn't it always, timing is everything.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
@@battagliarandy8073 yup its truly one of the true sayings ever
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
It was timing, but who could have played those roles better than those two young men? @@battagliarandy8073
@specialed36ify
Жыл бұрын
Love it. Thanks man.
@BU_TV
Жыл бұрын
Thank you fam
@bobarmstrong3218
9 ай бұрын
As an all round player you can’t anyone with Bird’s credentials, including all the intangibles that go into what had in spades. Bird is the GOAT in my view. Like someone said, ‘Bird was playing chess, everyone else was playing checkers’.
@bryanfox6726
9 ай бұрын
Agreed.
@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS
8 ай бұрын
Parents should raise their boys to emulate Larry Joe Bird. Humble, tough, smart, work, confidence, tenacious, team oriented, etc.etc.etc.
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