Young People say Larry Bird ain’t The Greatest But These NBA Players Say Different! So Who’s Wrong!

[@johnmaruffi6604]

I think it was James Worthy who said Jordon made you look slow, Bird made you look stupid.

[@Liza-j3x9l]

You're right on the quote. Larry was awesome

[@ajb7615]

Regarding the story from Nolan Richardson: I'm a 65 year old black American man who's followed basketball closely for decades. I first started hearing about Bird in '78, and he was already being described as the best. I had assumed that he was black based on what I was hearing. In '79, I was stunned to learn that he was white and 6'9. When I did see him play for the first time, I instantly knew what all the hype was about! He did EVERYTHING, including dunking on people in traffic! He is in my top 5 all time! ❤😊

[@dtaenodinero]

Your a great guy who loves in a great time 💚

[@ajb7615]

@@dtaenodinero 😊

[@donolinger6904]

@@ajb7615 Rush hour gridlocked traffic, arms everywhere all around him but he still dunked.

[@sandikorevaar4743]

Top 5??? Bullpucky. He was that good.

[@Bighjr88]

Damn thank you for that , I’m 54 so I asked every older guys I know ,when you seen bird what did you say to yourself.

[@soloistdeve]

Bird probably had the highest basketball IQ and the biggest steel of balls in NBA history. He destroyed opponents psychologically.

[@davidholcomb70]

Larry & Magic saved the NBA!

[@rcmysm9123]

@@soloistdeve Except Magic who beat him 3 outta 4!

[@soloistdeve]

@@rcmysm9123 I didn't say he didn't, I love Magic. But if I have to choose one of them in their prime, I'm picking Bird.

[@rcmysm9123]

@@soloistdeve Picking him for what? lol Magic didn't have a prime btw, he was great from beginning to end.

[@soloistdeve]

@@rcmysm9123 Magic retired early because of HIV, so we didn't see him feel his age. Bird broke his back while farming and ended his career. His shot-making ability for one. He's more clutch. Also, I like badass players playing with their opponents like toys. That's why I like MJ-Kobe-Bird over everybody. Relentless, killer mentality. Magic was a people person. Look man it's personal preference. I didn't say he's better or anything. It depends on what you like.

[@boosuedon]

If you listen to the NBA players that played with or against Bird, including Michael Jordan, they all speak of Larry with a sense of reverence, respect!

[@dtaenodinero]

There’s nothing bad you can say about a guy like Larry he respected the game, opponents and teammates 💚

[@stephenranson3731]

It's great to see your joy watching Larry . He always seemed to work so much harder than the other talented players he had none of the grace of MJ or Magic but he won the fans 💕. Your commentary is 23:06 fun to watch.

[@richardlindell9976]

Exactly, HOF 's have told you he is the man, including Jordan. Enough said, LENGEND.

[@jimstepan3038]

His court awareness and playmaking skills were off the charts!! Teammates had to be ready AT ALL TIMES for a ball headed their way!!!

[@aramhamparian9641]

I absolutely agree 100% with Reggie Miller. If there is a draft, I'm selecting Bird over Lebron. Bird remains the greatest small forward of all time, and one of the top 2 players I've ever seen at the actual arena.

[@d.lawrence8059]

Agree 1000%, it's the only right choice to make!

[@jackrussell1232]

Yeah I'd pick LeBron in a 1-on-1 against Bird easily, but as a strategist with a full court of players on the field there's nobody better to have on your side than Larry. Plus, you know that if things get close he'll be the last person that's going to lose his head in a clutch moment. He's one of those rare people that actually got better under pressure. I love the stories about him playing a mediocre game, but then some rookie trash talks him in the fourth quarter while all the veterans on the team go, "NOOOO!" and the entire thing turns into a bloodbath. He's like a sleeping troll from some fairy tale. "Shh! Don't wake him up! He'll kill us all!"

[@JoshuaHopkins-j9o]

@@jackrussell1232 ... LeBron won't play 1v1 for a reason... this video talks about Larry playing 1v2 You're delusional

[@dtaenodinero]

Thanks for always commenting and keeping it real 💚🕊️

[@jackrussell1232]

@@JoshuaHopkins-j9o Well, we'll never know. Anyway I already stated that I think Larry's a better overall player and on top of that Larry himself hates these kinds of arguments and loves LeBron, so I'll just take his point of view.

[@rafehr1378]

74 yrs here. Back when I was a West Coast fan, Lakers, then Sonics. Birdman ruined many games. So now seeing his greatness. The toughest man I have known, or seen since serving overseas. All because of KZbin.

[@tomroach6275]

Thank you for your service.

[@howdoicancel6760]

Larry , is hands down , the greatest all around player in NBA history!

[@billmorrison9068]

I go with his rival Magic Johnson.

[@donolinger6904]

GOAT.

[@matisleibenau9687]

You see Larry going on the floor. Magic?​@@billmorrison9068

[@joehouse3800]

​@@billmorrison9068 Even Magic Johnson said Larry Bird was the best.

[@rcmysm9123]

​@@joehouse3800 This is not even an argument, Magic is better than Bird and is top 3, Bird is maybe #7 or 8.

[@Nomah1979]

I HATE the Luka and Larry comparison...They have some offensive skills that are the same and like to shoot the ball and are a walking bucket but that's it. Larry came into the league a leader. His rookie year they were +33 games just with the addition of Larry. His 2nd year he led them to an NBA championship. Luka...nope. Larry was a champion from day one. He wouldn't cry to the refs like Luka does. He def wouldn't play half-ass defense like Luka does...He disappears when he doesn't have the ball in his hands...Larry was just as dangerous without the ball....Larry was HUSTLE. The only thing Luke hustles for is the next spot in the buffet line. He has got to be the most out of shape 25 yo in the NBA and it showed last year in the finals. How many times did Luka get stripped in the finals alone? He is not an all-around player....he has some growing up to do

[@macsaints10]

I think Luka studied Larry, Lukas moves only seen was from Larry Bird

[@robinmahan8814]

Agreed

[@dtaenodinero]

The comparison is weak but in order to separate the two the conversation has to start to be ended

[@nephewsb]

Think the comparison is offensively only... Don't think anyone was talking about all the intangibles that Larry had

[@ryanmckenna3503]

I think if you mixed Luka with Giannis, that might be Bird-esque

[@antoneogzewalla2040]

Bird played in one of the most talent rich eras in basketball history... and he excelled against all of them.

[@rcmysm9123]

@@antoneogzewalla2040 Except Magic who owned him!

[@jonconlogue5292]

@@rcmysm9123 Bull. Larry was better than Magic - way better shooter and rebounder, equal as a passer, unsurpassed court vision. Magic had a stronger supporting cast, getting to play with another all-time great in Jabbar along with Worthy, Cooper, etc. if you don’t believe me, ask Magic himself, who said Bird was better.

[@rcmysm9123]

@jonconlogue5292 Equal as a passer! 🤣🤣 Magic was a better rebounder for his position and has a higher shooting percentage than Bird. You live a fantasy but EVERYONE who knows basketball has Magic unanimously ahead of Bird. Fool actually said equal as a passer, lol!

[@pokerpat6470]

Great job Dtae. If Larry played in todays' SOFT NBA he'd totally dominate....as he did in his day. He played in the era of the Superstars. He beat em' all. He shot like Curry, passed like Magic, rebounded like Kareem and stole like Stockton. The most clutch player in NBA history. 3 rings, 3 Consecutive MVPs, All-Star MVP, Athlete of the Year and King of the 40/50/90 club. GOAT, perhaps? LEGEND!!!! 🏀

[@carlosdanger7907]

"Larry Bird and Magic Johnson are the 2 most important people in the history of basketball" - Charles Barkley Cultural impact aside Larry Legend made an incredible career considering the debilitating injuries he struggled with most of his life.

[@robtech341]

As a 56 year old dude, and a Huge, MJ, Magic, Bird, and Domonique etc...fan. All I ever ask is the Larry Legend is Always in the GOAT discussion.

[@dtaenodinero]

Facts! People always leave him out for some odd reason

[@Kelly4370]

Thank You... Great Video!!! What makes Larry Bird my Favorite & the BEST is This... He didn't muscle his way in or do high show-off "slam-dunks", he played with an intellectual strategy that brainwashed his opponents and confusing their playing abilities... He was more than a "Michael Jordon" or "Ervine 'Magic' Johnson".... He was the "Houdini-Einstein-Tom Brady" of Basketball!!! 😁

[@Bob_Cratchit]

I remember Dennis Rodman, who was supposed to be the best defender in the league at the time, said that if Larry Bird was Black, he'd be just another player, insinuating that he was only popular because he was White. Bird scored 40 on him lol.

[@jorgeroa7978]

One of the greatest coach's of the game(Pat Riley)once said "If I have to choose a player to take a shot to save a game I'd choose Michael Jordan...If I have to choose a player to take a shot to save my life... I'd take Larry Bird!". He was bad to the bone and played hurt most of his NBA career. And still, put incredible numbers each and every game. In my book, he was the goat of his hera. And he measure equally against the goat of any other hera quite easily. Bird was a masterful basketball player. His game is ageless. He was 30 or 40 years ahead of his time. And on top of that, he is the best trash talker in the history of the game and beyond, and he back it up each and every time. Bird is the Muhammed Ali, Tiger woods and Tom Brady, bundled together, of the game of basketball.

[@dtaenodinero]

That’s one great quote too cause it explains how great Larry is without saying it

[@perrylewis375]

I grew up on Larry and Magic man they saved the NBA a lot of people don't realize it but the playoff games will be played on tape delay that's how little appeal it had back when they came into the league good for you doing these videos

[@sd-og2cu]

Luka is not in LB's league!!!

[@dtaenodinero]

💪🏾

[@Mark-r2r9k]

Luka makes Larry look fast. I can't remember who said that but it was an NBA player on one of these Larry Bird videos.

[@liquidationkingla5706]

Larry Bird was Feared because he could win the game with a single shot! And he had the desire and drive to win!!! Body Beaten and Broken He was still the go to man on his Team!!!

[@Jim26D]

It's a shame he was hurt because he would have played forever. Even at the end of his career he could dominate in a different way. Watching his final game in the garden against Cleveland you could see how his IQ was of the charts. The game is on KZbin and is impressive for a guy that injured

[@MarcisBold]

Young people don't know anything about basketball They think launching 80 3s a game is basketball I don't even know if any of them have watched a real basketball game

[@dtaenodinero]

Yea I hate that the 3 point is overly used

[@jannachtsheim5989]

Larry is a Legend. That is all that needs to be said.

[@dtaenodinero]

Heard that!

[@kamaeq]

People back then weren't stupid. These NBA stars knew the GOAT debate would go on and specifically named Larry the only Legend. They put Bird above the debate.

[@Maggimae2367]

I’m old so I was around watching him throughout his career. He truly was a sight to behold. His basketball IQ and mental toughness was what made him great. In his later years his back was trashed and he’d lay flat on his back when they’d rest him. He’d come back out and slay. Great video, smart insights.

[@MS-zv4bf]

That's not old. Old is remembering watching Russell and K C Jones play together. 😂

[@bbox5938]

All TIme Best Player of All Time Vibes, yes 4 Real

[@d.lawrence8059]

LJB = GOAT

[@dtaenodinero]

💚💚💚💚💚🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@mikeadair3341]

I always say that Bird is my GOAT. I think if his career was longer. Everyone would have him #1 on their list.

[@dtaenodinero]

Facts. He would have 4-6 rings too

[@fluffymainecoon1953]

Remember, Bird was cooking those two guys in 1990, he retired 1992 and his back was killing him for years before that. Guy is crazy.

[@irishgrl]

LARRY LEGEND IS A UNICORN AND THE TRUE GOAT!!! 🐐 ☘️

[@MrSplat1972]

see The 1988 Eastern Conference Semifinals game 7 where Bird and Wilkins matched each other shot for shot in the 4th ..one of the most epic playoff games ever

[@dtaenodinero]

There’s a video on my channel of me reacting to that game. If you get a chance check it out. They were going at it the whole game but Larry came out on top 💚

[@OliverGrensemann-op9pg]

Larry Legend is the greatest wirh ease. If he and MJ played the same team,Larry would have taken the last shot. Always.

[@dtaenodinero]

Mj wouldn’t deny that either

[@rcmysm9123]

Magic was better than Bird and it's never been an argument.

[@OliverGrensemann-op9pg]

Everyone has a right for his own opinion, but Magic was not even close to LLarry.Bird was a better shooter, rebounder, minimum equal passer,clutchier and far better trash talker.

[@rcmysm9123]

@OliverGrensemann-op9pg Magic has a higher shooting percentage, lol. This has NEVER been an argument, Magic is top 3 Bird isn't top 5.

[@OliverGrensemann-op9pg]

All the best for you!

[@rafehr1378]

Birdman was, is the toughest BB player ever.

[@cwdkidman2266]

Tell Luka he can rest when he has 3 MVPs. In a row.

[@dtaenodinero]

😂😂😂

[@sirgalahad3574]

I have a grandson now. Bird had a very unique shot, and I think I will try to teach it to him God willing.

[@mikes3827]

I can tell you that as a very young kid in the Greater Boston area, the time during the early-to-mid 80s belonged to Bird. When Bird was in the midst of winning 3 MVPs in a row, Larry was soooo good that MANY bball pundits were calling Bird the GOAT--while Jordan and Magic were playing--to give you an idea of just HOW nasty Larry was at that time. Insofar as the GOAT, I have Michael Jordan due to his sheer dominance on the offensive AND defensive end of the court. And, yes, as deadly clutch as Bird was shooting the ball, Jordan was right there too, so Jordan's offensive greatness was much more than him jumping and dunking. That said, when talking about all aspects of a player's game, I think Bird was the greatest ALL-AROUND player, IMO. Deadly clutch shooter, almost 90% FT shooter, exactly 10 rebounds per game, MUCH better passer than MJ, instantly made teammates better (still has best W-L turnaround from previous year to the next w/ more or less same team), ambidextrous as anyone could be, superior hand-eye coordination, trash-talking was second to none, tough as nails, and Bird even made All-NBA Second Defensive Team 3X. So when you take the TOTAL game, (physical, mental, toughness, bball skills), I'll take Bird over anyone.

[@rcmysm9123]

Magic Johnson is better than Bird, end of story.

[@bradwesterman-wp1kb]

​@rcmysm9123 he's great but not better than Bird.

[@rcmysm9123]

@bradwesterman-wp1kb Trust me, Bird being better than Magic is NOT a thing.

[@mr.invisable6919]

Bird and Magic made me a BB fan. I've seen many of those games. He IS the G.O.A.T.!

[@jeralddavis4626]

it's not even close Larry Bird looks like a sprinter to them and his is so much better in his skills

[@dtaenodinero]

Don’t forget his iQ

[@SharonBird-b9f]

It's Larry Legend,

[@dtaenodinero]

🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@DeniseRudd-k3e]

I love Larry Bird and I’ve never watched him play on TV only on my phone and I just fell in love with him Detroit, Michigan now that’s the great legend

[@mrho4speed]

To demonstrate how great and Impactful Bird was as a player and on a team = look what Bird did as a rookie. Bird went to a 29 win team and with a new coach and 1 player change to the roster in M.L. Carr = Bird was the main reason Boston won 61 games = a 32 game turn around!! Bird went to Indiana State = a small school with ZERO basketball history and in his senior year led ISU to a 33 and 0 season = upsetting many better teams until finally losing to a Michigan State powerhouse team.

[@d.e.b.b5788]

'Young people' never think that any players from the past were good at anything. Just like music; most only listen to their own generation's musicians.

[@Johnfmckinnon420]

When Bird bent down and picked "something" up, I believe he was acting like he was removing something from in front of his golf ball before putting.😊

[@TheAcgtrs]

The only reason people compare Luca, to Larry, is because they’re both white guys… Let’s be completely honest about it. Other than that, there really is no comparison, given the differences in the era in which they played. Today’s game is nowhere near as physical as what was on display nightly, back in the 80s. Also, the three-point shot had only come into existence in 1980, or so. It was thought of, at the time, to be a gimmick play. And most teams did not game plan for it. Today, teams are jacking up 50 three-pointers, and barely playing in the paint. Bird did it all, and at a level above the rest.

[@johnlennon5547]

Great vid brother....

[@richardclingempeel6111]

I don't get why people think he was slow and couldn't jump. He was dunking the ball, and his movements were quick, that's how he could fake players with ease, and quick enough to strip balls from other players.

[@420since1974]

Larry definitely wasn't slow. He may not have been fast but he certainly was very quick. That's an important distinction. As for jumping, Bird's vertical leap was league average during the 1980s. Nothing wrong with that.

[@PatrickOneal-nl7xk]

most of these young people are so full of themselves today. I wonder if not sitting them out on the road when they know it all is not the best you can do for them.

[@dtaenodinero]

lol

[@robwagnon6578]

I totaly agree with the person below, Jordan was the fast one, Bird however, played a very sneaky smart game. I do think however Bird may be the GOAT with passing assists!

[@vahedostoumian1243]

Bird, the GOAT. End of story.

[@dtaenodinero]

Book closed and buried.. 💪🏾

[@Ville-u8g]

Yeah man... Larry was unstoppable. The best NBA defenders could not do anything about him

[@dtaenodinero]

I swear 💪🏾

[@paulbonge6617]

Indeed, young man indeed! Larry paved the way; they're fashioning their game on him.

[@dixieland1641]

Yes. Grew up watching bird. 80s kid from small town va celtics on 6 8 or 12. Bird is the best❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dtaenodinero]

💚💚💚💚💚🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@kevinwalters6907]

Larry retired i have not watched a single minute of NBA since. and never will.

[@marylynnedix5991]

Love, love, love this reaction !

[@dtaenodinero]

Thanks 😊

[@joehouse3800]

The young people are wrong!!!

[@dtaenodinero]

They need to listen more and stop thinking they know so much lol

[@MegaSeth22]

like your openness and attitude. Nice work man.

[@toyfischer]

luka is a poor mans bird, luka cant shoot anything close to bird, luka does have a good passing and court vision but still not as good as bird, but he kinda plays like bird, you cant speed him up and both are insanely confident but bird is on a different level to luka.

[@joescafidi1221]

No one I don't care who your talking about in today's game compares to Bird. They're playing in a no rules little to no defence embarrassment of a league.

[@bridgethockney2303]

Look.. Even your doggy has to chime in about how great Bird is! Good job, Teddy!!

[@greglorraine1957]

Keep the Bird vids comin my friend !!!!!!!!

[@abelhansen]

Larry is the only real 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐. Baby 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@larrytoole1476]

Bird hasn't played basketball in over 30 years and he is still the most talked about player from the 80's. When he played you heard his name called more than any player on the court. He played on a different level than any player in the NBA. His skills were domanating, from his rebounds, passing, court vision, ball handling, shooting the ball when it counted most, he just done it all. What's most incredible, every player on the court knew he was getting the ball when it was most credible time in the game. I only saw him miss one game changing shot, and it was a shot everybody thought it was going in

[@Denver10215]

Love ty

[@stephenreiner1523]

Enjoyed listening to this.

[@Buds1own]

Psalm 121:7-8 The Lord will keep you from all harm; He will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.

[@SharonBird-b9f]

Hey D I missed you hope all is well, I will always watch your videos ty 🐐❤

[@dtaenodinero]

I appreciate that and welcome back. I missed you all as well

[@derekfnord]

I actually think Jokic is a better comparison for Bird than Doncic is. We all see Jokic is the best player in the NBA, and Larry Bird basically *_is_* Nikola Jokic, with just a couple of minor differences. Jokic is a couple inches taller and a bit bulkier/stronger, while Bird is a bit better defender and outside shooter. But they're obviously the same basic model: Big guy, great hands, top-shelf passer, excellent anticipation, good rebounder, and shoots well anywhere from the low post to the 3-point line. A solid defender who often plays better than that because, again, they anticipate so well. Not much of a leaper and not great foot speed, both of which make people underestimate how athletic they actually are aside from those limitations.

[@jeffmurray1681]

People always mention that Bird was unathletic. But, that is all relative. In his prime, Bird was much more athletic than Luka.

[@jimosullivan2236]

I love when they say that. He dunked on some of the greatest players ever and I never saw a brother catch him on a fast break.

[@Bighjr88]

In my starting 5!!!!

[@JeffWiersma]

Bird calling Dominique Wilkins “homes” will never not be hilarious. Larry was dead ass.

[@Harpadzo]

Bird is still the example. Ask Magic. Oh, and look how Caitlyn Clark shoots and passes. Very similar.

[@dtaenodinero]

I’m going to have to do a video on her and see for myself because I hear all good things about her

[@vicalsi1568]

He was saying I'm gonna run circles around y'all! Thats why was running around Boston Garden in the upper deck in a circle while the opposite team was practicing.

[@robcolditz7000]

Bird was playing chess while everyone else was playing checkers

[@SharonBird-b9f]

I'm from Boston big Larry Legend Celtics fan , when Larry Legend came to He

[@toyfischer]

i have larry bird as the greatest forward of all time, the greatest small forward of all time, the second greatest player behind jordan, however hes the goat when it comes to overall basketball iq and skill. jordan had the super athleticism imagine if bird kept his young athleticism and didnt hurt his back at 28

[@inviduallytwisted5423]

Pat RIley once said “if I had to pick one player to take a shot to save a game, I’d pick Michael Jordan. If I had to pick one player to take a shot to save my life… I’d pick Larry Bird.”

[@blufuego8628]

Difference between Legend and Joker/Luka is the defense they played and played against them. Legend's career def rating is right behind Akeem the Dream.

[@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS]

Nolan Richardson has the best story. Told the best way. Thx Nolan

[@MikeStJacques]

Those *2* NBA players eventually won against Larry in that practice but they were blown away by how well he did against them.

[@mmfruitveg]

Hahahah...I like your open mind on basketball greats, for a young man you know alot!!!

[@greglorraine1957]

Larry's high IQ for basketball was unmatched my brother !!!!!!!! From a player to a coach and executive manager , he's a true winner everywhere !!!!!!

[@michaelhrivnak9463]

Larry had an unparalleled court vision and could make plays from garbage. And he was a dog!

[@dtaenodinero]

He had a special eye for getting buckets 🪣 💪🏾

[@markcastellanos9678]

IDC what anyone says, Bird is the GOAT

[@dtaenodinero]

🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️💚💚💚💚💚

[@Brianmatthewlewis]

Better audio would step your content up. Audio quality is very important and doesn’t have to cost you a ton. God luck 🤝

[@MJM1309]

GOAT

[@dtaenodinero]

Facts

[@eponaalbion]

9mins 40secs an dont forget Larry was an old man had a broken back an bone spurs an was retired due to injury whilst dominating two young NBA greats ;)

[@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS]

Dominique is a humble dude. My 5

[@Obiahjones]

Bird was better than LeBron , LBJ is top 12 not top 2 bird is top 5 or 7 if he hadn’t been injured he might have been top 3

[@rmcfete]

One

[@Lovetheducks]

Haven’t even watched yet but plain and simple if I’m starting a team I’m drafting Larry Bird first allday everyday. I was blessed to have a father that sponsored Celtics and we had courtside seats in the 80’s greatest player I’ve ever seen. To this day I still have floor seats in the city I live in know. I’ve never seen anyone do what he could.

[@horner513]

Bill Russel, Bird, Jordan, were the best in this humble man's opinion

[@dtaenodinero]

I respect that line up, all great players and legends

[@michellejackson6679]

I'm lmao... Jordan didn't have good players.. I do believe Larry got the better of MJ at least twice and this was after Larry's horrific back injury. MJ was amazing.. no doubt, but he pretty much had to have the ball.. cause he could make it happen with the ball in his hands.. Larry didn't have to have the ball to make great plays

[@greglorraine1957]

Best two lethal shooters of all time Stephen Curry and yeah , Larry Joe Bird !!!!!!!!!!

[@georgemccormick4786]

Top tier shooter, rebounder, passer, clutch, hustle, team player, winner, physically toughest ever,very good defender, greatest trash talker ever, great behavior off court. I rest my case.

[@dixieland1641]

The nba is kool-aid league now. Come on the new nba whine cry bs . Kiddie league compared to 80s early 90s. Heck larry and magic saved nba

[@dtaenodinero]

I argue this everyday with my friends cause that’s one of the reasons so many players have high scoring titles and every week another person has 50 points smh

[@michaelhrivnak9463]

The way Larry shot was impossible to defend.

[@dtaenodinero]

And he was 6’10”

[@tomhenning2809]

Nolan Richardson "damn that brother can play"

[@ernestpolk9555]

My all-time favorite is Kareem, BUT Larry is very close 2nd...loved them BOTH!!!!! I watched Lew Alcinder play almost every Friday night as a kid.....I watched Bird play as an adult....very close!!!!

[@stevemd6488]

I was around when Bird played, and this is in a decade when a ton of the greatest players the game has ever seen played. Larry is the GOAT.

[@donaldk.macbaird5248]

For this 72 year old Marine it is a toss of who is #1 between Wilt Chamberlin and Larry Bird.

[@GregNewkirk-o8h]

@@donaldk.macbaird5248 Mike Wilt Kareem Bird Russell. Top 5 . 65 year old Marine. Semper Fi.

[@richardknight8986]

Edwards would look like a joke against Bird

[@GBeret83]

Larry Bird was proof that a fantastic skill set coupled with an unequaled basketball IQ can offset athleticism all day long.

[@michellejackson6679]

One thing I feel is for certain... Larry couldn't get away with his comments in the, unfortunate, day and age in any sport. They can't play anything today like they used to and I'm not sure there's the level of respect there used to be.. Larry backed up his Trash Talking and did it in a way that wasn't offensive.. I've never heard of him playing dirty, like Laimbeer, but I have heard that Laimbeer was the one player Larry truly disliked.. because of the dirty way he played.

[@jeremyqueen1067]

Everyone always argues about who the goat is. Their is only one Legend!

[@dtaenodinero]

Facts! It’s only one legend

[@JESSES_CURIOUSLY_CURIOUS]

I talk too much. But I wish kobe was here to question Larry. That would be a hell of a interview