Thank goodness. The new era capitalized on Jordan’s talent, will power, and unrivaled competiveness. In Playing for Keeps, Halberstam is at his investigative best, delving into Jordan’s expansive world of teammates and coaches. I love the footage of Bird as a youngster: You must log in or register to reply here. And I was a Laker fan in the 80's. As they battled it out in the ACC for Maryland and North Carolina, it was only natural to wonder in the 1980s if Len Bias and Michael Jordan would continue their rivalry at the NBA level. box score: x. Michael Jordan vs Larry Bird Highlights -57pts Combine! Heshimu Evans, DeAndre Liggins, Darius Miller, MKG, and the critical need for multiple wing defenders. (Photo by Tom Berg/WireImage) Back in the day, both Jordan and Bird were masters of their craft. Just something I have noticed in talking to people. For this new paperback edition, LaFeber has added a chapter on globalization in a changed world, after mass protests and since September 11. "Bold, riveting. Dr. J's Sixers were really good but could only get 1 ring. With intimate, fly-on-the-wall detail, When the Game Was Ours transports readers to this electric era of basketball and reveals for the first time the inner workings of two players dead set on besting one another. That is your choice but Bird wasn't close to being as good as Kobe, Jordan, or Lebron. I was talking to Bird one day outside Indianapolis and he couldn’t believe how students make it to Rupp since they have to walk a little over a mile from campus to downtown! What was their record his rookie season? 1983 - 1986 Boston Celtics Larry Bird teammates. There are many who have played the game of basketball, but who can claim to be the greatest player of all time? More than anything, Scribe reveals the people behind the stories, as only Bob Ryan can, from the NBA to eleven Olympics to his surprising favorite sport to cover-golf-and much more It is sure to be one of the most talked-about sports books ... "I'd … Larry Bird vs. Michael Jordan McDonalds commercial - YouTube I have never seen a better player than Bird in his prime, Jordan included. Like, the first time they played each other early, according to Dan Shaughnessy, who covered the Celtics — and, in turn, Bird — for The Boston Globe in the 1980s. 5 time all star and Hall of Fame. Bird elevated their careers way beyond what they would otherwise achieve. I’ll wait. Kevin McHale. 39 minutes ago. Lakers, Celts, Sixers and Pistons were really good and if you won a title you had really earned it. Even when they got together for their iconic McDonald's commercial, it took the form of an increasingly absurd game of H-O-R-S-E that would put Dude Perfect to shame. What does that have to do with your point that he stayed with 1 team his entire career? Bird has maybe the best highlight reel after Jordan. That’s an ignorant argument. I think he was being sarcastic but it’s moot none the less. You are certainly entitled to your opinion...but Bird is 1st Tier in any reasonable basketball mind. Bird was a better shooter hands down, but Jordan the better athlete. Looks at the life and career of this basketball star, who has repeatedly overcome personal and professional challenges and proven himself one of the sport's most popular players. (3 East) Larry Bird vs. (2 Midwest) Michael Jordan -- VOTE HERE Michael Jordan hasn't suited up to play in a meaningful basketball game in 17 years. 6'6". The basketball superstar recounts his tragedies--from his father's alcoholism and suicide to his own failed marriage--and triumphs In remarks that have gone viral on social media since the release of last dance, according to the Spun, Bird quipped about the unstoppa-Bull's sublime performance, "I think he's God disguised as Michael Jordan." The dead-eye jumpshots of Larry Bird or the anti-gravity dunks of Michael Jordan? Experience 16 of the NBA's most celebrated careers and rivalries, painstakingly recreated in historic detail. Featuring such legends as Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and more. From the slam dunk to the three-point shot, author Barry Wilner gives us the ten greatest players (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain, Elvin Hayes, Michael Jordan, Karl Malone, Reggie Miller, Oscar Robertson, ... Larry Bird … I would take Kobe over Lebron because he wasn't afraid of taking the big shot and he didn't have to jump around the league to win a title. Kobe Bryant should be included in your tier 1 list. Not to generalize, but I have noticed a lot of younger fans seem to hold LeBron in higher regard and seem to have less problem with the team switching thing. A biography of the young scorer whose play helped the Orlando Magic get to the NBA championship series in 1995. Jordan vs Bird - One On One (USA) 1 0 0. Michael Jordan Vs Larry Bird And The Celtics Team 1990 Michael Jordan Pictures Larry Bird Michael Jordan . I don’t give a rat’s ass what anybody says including Larry. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson were his top three. Michael Jordan vs Larry Bird. Jordan is the best I’ve ever seen, but Bird is my favorite of all time. In the ad, Celtics legend Larry Bird challenges Bulls superstar Michael Jordan to a game of H-O-R-S-E, with the winner getting a Bic Mac. Small Forward, Power Forward. LeBron can't be the best player because he plays on super teams. The numbers: In 34 matchups against Larry Legend, Jordan won 11 total games, including a goose-egg in six playoff contests. Who will triumph? Bird is great, but he’s in the 2nd tier behind Jordan and Lebron. Not … Different players from different era’s. Thread starter. In remarks that have gone viral on social media since the release of last dance, according to the Spun , Bird quipped about the unstoppa-Bull's sublime performance, "I think he's God disguised as Michael Jordan." Bird was drafted by the Celtics, he didn’t go chasing talent. Unfortunately, Bias never made it that far as he passed away just days after being taken as the No. Kind of what I was saying too. When the owners finally gave him a bit of help, Lebron won in Cleveland against a loaded Golden State team. 9 time all star and Hall of Fame. Bird could play with anybody. 02.22.1985 - Rookie Michael Jordan vs Larry Bird! From Bill Russell to Steph Curry, all the greatest take flight toward the hoop in this perfect book for young fans"--Page [4] cover. I don’t give a rat’s ass what anybody says including Larry. I understand what you’re saying, and sure he’s been arguably the best in the NBA during this era (I’d still take Kobe), but I’m making the point as to why very few feel that Lebron is even worthy of being mentioned with guys like Bird and Jordan. Isiah added fuel to the fire when, in a recent interview with CBS Sports, he claimed that Jordan was the fourth-best player he played against. He was far from middling. I enjoyed it and I wish you a lot of luck and I think you had a great and wonderful career. "He didn't take off his top yet," Jordan said. There were several great teams in the early 80s. It seems like Michael Jordan got the short end of the stick when it came to supporting casts. In this book, he makes it clear that the basis for his phenomenal success came from the inside out, thanks in part to those who guided him along the way. How you rack and stack them varies. No one, I mean "no one" could defend Jordan. He led the Chicago Bulls to multiple NBA titles and made millions upon millions of dollars in endorsement deals, one of … Michael Jordan. You must log in or register to reply here. Then Kareem, LeBron, Kobe. You are using an out of date browser. it’s not a realistic knock on mj. What was their record the year before he got there? Jordan followed up an impressive 49-point performance in Game 1 with a 63-point masterpiece in Game 2, in what, according to the NBA, "may have been the greatest game ever played." In a good way, of course. Even the players that didn't like him admit this. With intimate, fly-on-the-wall detail, "When the Game Was Ours" transports readers to an electric era of basketball and reveals for the first time the inner workings of two players--Larry Bird and Earvin "Magic" Johnson--dead set on besting ... CRAZY ENDING! There's only one Michael Jordan. By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time. Bird did not join a superteam. The 10-part series mostly focuses on Jordan's 1997-98 NBA season, which marked his series finale with the Chicago Bulls, but Last Dance also revisited his thrilling tango with the Boston Celtics during the 1986 playoffs. that bulls team were not beating the celtics with mj or anyone else in nba history in his place. More foolish chatter. Jordan, of course, went on to be the best player in NBA history. Standing at a small TV monitor with some reporters, Michael Jordan offered his take on Bird's performance in real time. He was best at being allowed to play an illegal zone when zone defenses were allowed. Nobody could trash talk like Bird. Seemed like Bird had a 12 year career with a 3 to 4 year or so prime. everyone else gets judged more harshly in their prime. Presents the life and times of NBA superstar Larry Bird, including a chronicle of his rookie coaching season with the Indiana Pacers May 18, 2020 4:50 pm ET. Back in their NBA heydays, great players on opposing teams didn't get especially chummy with each other or form super teams. The game ended 125-104 in favor of the reigning NBA champions, but Michael showed out. Michael Jordan once described how it was like to play against Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird. Magic Johnson and Larry Bird can be attributed with revitalizing the NBA in a way that reached every nook and craney of the United States. Larry Legend started the first round off in nonchalant fashion, finishing second among all competitors with a score of 17. You ruined a lot of my successful games against the Boston Celtics. Jordan (first) russell and Wilt. This book covers all facets of MJ's life through insight from his closest friends and intense rivals and through the works of the NBA's most talented photographers. This book is a look into one of the greatest minds to have ever stepped on a hardwood court. Larry Bird shares his inner thoughts on basketball that to date only his Celtic teammates and Pacers players have been privy. How the Michael Jordan vs. Larry Bird spot came together In the early 1990s, Michael Jordan had become the biggest sports star in the world. I’m confused, you say LeBron plays on super teams but then point out Bird played with 3 other HoFers and perennial all stars. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. When Jordan entered the NBA in the 80’s, one of … Can you imagine Bird with Lebron's physique and durability? You could argue as high as third. In 1986, he became the third and last player to win three straight MVPs. Big difference. 7 time all star and Hall of Fame. I’m confused, you say LeBron plays on super teams but then point out Bird played with 3 other HoFers and perennial all stars. Yeah, not a fair comparison to the GOAT. I do love Bird, though. Games Series W-L HOFers Eliminated HOF Eliminated per Series Win; Larry Bird: 164: 24-9: 34: 1.42: Magic Johnson: 190: 32-8: 35: 1.09: Michael Jordan: 179: 30-7: 27: 0.90 the guy took Cleveland to the playoffs without much help many times, while the owners of the Cavs did nothing to push them over the edge. X. How was bird 6-0 in the playoffs vs MJ ? Best Sport Ever: Basketball takes readers from the beginnings of basketball to present day with a focus on the legends, the amazing stories, and the unique characteristics that make the sport great. The night, His Airness had a bullseye on his jersey, but not even Celtics legend and marksman extraordinaire Larry Bird could take out the target. The Celtics won 32 more games Bird's rookie season from the year before. Bird was the face of Boston Celtics for a long time. 1986 Eastern Conference First Round. The 80's was the most competitive decade in the NBA IMO. JavaScript is disabled. Featuring James’s upbeat, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations perfectly crafted for a diverse audience by #1 New York Times bestselling and Geisel Honor winning artist Nina Mata, this book has the power to inspire all children and ... LeBron's been on the same team for years now. The Bulls star typically got the better individual performance, even as a rookie, but Bird almost always got the wins. Jordan had near a 20 year career with a damn near 10 year prime (I realize these are not exactly accurate, can't look it up atm. I was talking to Bird one day outside Indianapolis and he couldn’t believe how students make it to Rupp since they have to walk a little over a mile from campus to downtown! Especially between Michael Jordan and Isiah Thomas. This book examines the entire scope of modern basketball history, from the playgrounds, where people first learn the fundamentals, to the college and professional levels. DJ and Parrish being hall of famers isn't some knock on Bird. To say Bird is 2nd tier to any NBA player is just foolish chatter. I’d still take Larry Bird over Michael Jordan. With over 100 dramatic action photos, charts, and diagrams, this how-to guide covers all the building blocks of the game—passing, shooting, defense, dribbling, and rebounding—from a champion's point of view. 16:01. Perhaps Larry Legend did, though. Larry Bird and Michael Jordan played against each other during the 80's and became two of the best NBA players of all time. Photo: Getty Images/Focus On Sport Jordan’s Bulls and Bird’s Celtics battled in the playoffs several times. And probably one of the best, if not the best at guarding passing lanes. Larry Bird on 1-on-1 vs. Michael Jordan: 'He'd kill me' Bird also looks back at his high school career Nathan Aaseng tells the story of how Michael Jordan became a living NBA legend. It was April 1986 and Michael Jordan had been established as a pretty … February 22, 1985 NBA Regular Season Game | Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics! It was Game 2 and perhaps the Greatest Game Ever Played. As ESPN reported in 2010, Jordan called bull with regard to LeBron James jumping ship from Cleveland to Miami to team with Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade. DJ and Parish were good but I am not sure they would be hall of famers if they didn't play with Bird. Fortunately for Boston, basketball is a team sport. Just my opinion, tier 1 is two players; Jordan and Lebron, tier two is a handful of guys of which Bird is certainly a part. Michael Jordan Vs. Larry Bird McDonald’s Commercial. Using the archival articles and photos from The Indianapolis Star and The Indianapolis News, this book follows Bird's remarkable basketball journey. Larry Bird says LeBron is close to Jordan. *** Official CatsIllustrated Kentucky vs Louisiana Monroe Prediction Contest ***. 2 pick in the 1986 draft. Played in one team his entire career. Larry Bird and Michael Jordan played 29 games against each other, with Bird winning more games. Examines the career of the Chicago Bulls basketball player who has been described as unstoppable on the court. Who wins this HORSE game? I know it’s fun to trash Cleveland but it is not easy when you are a small market to attract to FA. Remember: Jordan … In this book, veteran NBA writer Ian Thomsen portrays the NBA as a self-correcting society in which young LeBron is forced to absorb hard truths inflicted by his rivals Kobe Bryant, Doc Rivers, and Dirk Nowitzki, in addition to lessons set ... And as Basketball Network describes, when Bird retired from basketball after the 1992 Olympics, Jordan expressed his reverence by declaring, "Larry, I hear that you're retiring. Even with Lebron on the team nobody wanted to play there. JavaScript is disabled. So Chicago got swept. Bird makes the layup. Dream on. "Larry Bird didn't wait until the GOAT debate was a fad to stake his flag on the side of Michael Jordan.L. DF1972. I'd also take Bird before Kobe and Jordan. Also the 76ers the year they won with Dr.J and Moses Malone. That's not for lack of trying, though. Robert Parrish. Bird and his Celtics met the Jordan Bulls for the first time in November 1984. I really didn't like Bird much while he was playing as a Lakers fan but looking back and dropping the rivalry aspect he really was a great player, shame his back gave out. The must-read summary of Dr. Frank Luntz's book: "Win: The Key Principles to Take Your Business from Ordinary to Extraordinary". But Bird had a 3 year run in the mid 80's (I think he won two championships and 2 MVPs) that were as good as anything I've ever seen. Surprisingly, Jordan never made it to that record list. That wouldn't be Bird's last rodeo with Jordan, though. Packed with previously untold stories and stunning insight into Jordan and his six championships, THERE IS NO NEXT is the last word on why there has never been, and will never be, another Michael Jordan. I'm tired of seeing your face. Boston Celtics# 33 Larry Bird courtside during the Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden on May 6 , 1988. Gives a detailed account of the dazzling careers of two of basketball's greatest players--L.A. Lakers' "Magic" Johnson and Chicago Bulls' Michael Jordan--in a compilation of statistics, anecdotes, and photographs Boston Celtics were one of the toughest teams in the NBA when Jordan entered the league, and he had troubles beating them. If you're trying to compare who's better let's ask Larry. The dramatic story of how two legendary players--Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird--burst on the scene in an NCAA championship that gave birth to modern basketball. The date was March 26, 1979. The place: Salt Lake City. Michael Jordan’s arrival in the league further globalized the sport, taking it to heights that were never thought to be possible. The Book chronicles the remarkable rivalry between Earvin "Magic" Johnson's Los Angeles Lakers and Larry Bird's Boston Celtics, who won a combined 8 of 10 NBA Championships in the Decade. The competitive excellence of Bird vs. Celtics’ Danny Ainge Shares Epic Larry Bird, Michael Jordan Stories. McDonald’s has had plenty of advertising over the years, but its most memorable spot is probably the McDonald’s Showdown Commercial, featuring Larry Bird and Michael Jordan facing off in a ridiculous game of H-O-R-S-E, with the winner getting the satisfaction of inhaling a sweet, juicy Big Mac. "Way to go, Larry!" In 1998, Larry Bird coached Michael Jordan in the All-Star Game at Madison Square Garden. Feel like it's close though). The life and career of the greatest basketball player of all time. Clutch Exchanges! Jordan was great for much longer, no doubt. Thing is, you can’t put much stock in what Bird says. Bird fakes a behind-the-back pass to a trailing Jordan, and Barkley takes a man-sized bite at it, his jock now somewhere inside the free throw line. What better time is there to re-examine the Michael Jordan-Isiah Thomas feud? Shaq and Dwade convinced Lebron to sign with Miami because they wanted no part of Cleveland and the small market. This book is a look into one of the greatest minds to have ever stepped on a hardwood court. Larry Bird shares his inner thoughts on basketball that to date only his Celtic teammates and Pacers players have been privy. Height. Michael Jordan. That’s an ignorant argument. Michael Jordan once described how it was like to play against Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird. When Jordan entered the NBA in the 80’s, one of the toughest challenges he had was to rival against Bird and the Celtics. Boxscore: ----- … Those guys were middling players. Bird is great, but he’s in the 2nd tier behind Jordan and Lebron. Even after he launched his final shot of his career as an NBA player, Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan couldn’t resist getting in a … DJ had a Finals MVP, a 1st team All NBA selection, a 2nd team All NBA selection, 3 All Star games, and five 1st team All Defensive 1st team selections before he ever set foot in Boston. You brought a lot of sad memories for me. “I think he's God disguised as Michael Jordan," Bird said after the Game 2 double overtime Boston win. Heshimu Evans, DeAndre Liggins, Darius Miller, MKG, and the critical need for multiple wing defenders. Drawing from every level of the sport -- high school, college, and the NBA, amateur and pro, men's and women's basketball -- this book will put you in the middle of the fast-paced, heart-stopping action When Seconds Count. You are using an out of date browser. The masterminds behind the famous Michael Jordan-Larry Bird commercial had almost total creative freedom while coming up with the spot. Michael Jordan went up against plenty of trash talkers in his day, but the biggest one of all might come as a surprise. Larry Bird. Larry Bird predicted that a rookie Michael Jordan would become the GOAT. Recounts ten high points in the history of basketball, including Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game, eight consecutive NBA championships won by the Boston Celtics, and the Houston Comets win the first four WNBA championships. Not knocking anyone, you have to play with the cards your dealt. Skill wise imo, bird was the best ever. Describing Jordan and Bird's dynamic as a "relationship" is arguably a bit of a stretch. It was also available as a Tiger Handheld Electronic Game. Bird couldn't guard a chair. In all honesty, I was trying to beat those guys." I have a hard time remembering who the Bulls beat but remember every title matchup from the 80's. The competitors respected each other, though. If the Cavs had better management it would be less of an issue. Hell, even someone like Rodman's body. Larry Legend started the first round off in nonchalant fashion, finishing second among all competitors with a score of 17. But with Michael Jordan looking on from the sidelines, Bird turned up the heat in the semifinal round, scoring 23 points out of a possible 30. Describes the life and career of the noted New York Knicks basketball player, from his childhood to the present. You know, the one overseas. No one wants to play in Cleveland and the ownership on down sucks. Bird and Magic are in my top 5. Photographs tracing Michael Jordan's career are accompanied by comments from coaches, sports journalists, and fellow players It is an after thought because of his offense but he is tied for most ever All NBA 1st team selections defensively. Michael Jordan was a late bloomer.Cut from the Varsity basketball team in high school when he first tried out, Michael nonetheless became the best basketball player that ever lived—Rare Air Jordan.The true story of how Michael Jordan ... don’t feel like doing the research lol. Documents the story of the Olympic squad that won the gold at the 1992 Barcelona Games, assessing the achievements and legacy of some of the NBA's greatest players, including Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and Charles Barkley. The masterminds behind the famous Michael Jordan-Larry Bird commercial had almost total creative freedom while coming up with the spot. McDonald’s chief marketing officer Paul Schrage only stipulated that he wanted a two-part Super Bowl commercial that promoted the Big Mac and featured the immensely popular Jordan as a celebrity pitchman. I think you mean the Celtics vs the Bulls. Lebron is damn good and he is way above most of the competition nowadays. Larry Bird Of The Boston Celtics Stands On The Court During A Game Larry Bird Boston Celtics Basketball Celtics Basketball . The Michael Jordan documentary Last Dance was all the rage after its April 2020 release. Presents the life and career of professional basketball player Larry Bird, including his career with the Boston Celtics and his coaching career. ", The Truth About Michael Jordan And Larry Bird's Relationship, Jonathan Daniel, Stacy Revere/Getty Images. If there are 7 game series unless one went out with an injury ? In the ad, Celtics legend Larry Bird challenges Bulls superstar Michael Jordan to a game of H-O-R-S-E, with the winner getting a Bic Mac. Bird wouldn't have won a championship with the teams that Jordan played on. It's a giant checkmark in his favor. But with Michael Jordan looking on from the sidelines, Bird turned up the heat in the semifinal round, scoring 23 points out of a possible 30. Start date. A dazzling account of one of America’s greatest sports sagas, Showtime is packed with indelible characters, vicious rivalries, and jaw-dropping, behind-the-scenes stories of the players’ decadent Hollywood lifestyles. Found insideIn the tradition of Bill Bryson's One Summer: America, 1927, L. Jon Wertheim captures these 90 seminal days against the backdrop of the nostalgia-soaked 1980s, to show that this was the year we collectively traded in our ratty Converses for ... The author includes descriptions of the big games and the individual techniques that made these big men tops in their fields. Books in this series are good for report writing, reference, as well as entertainment. In the regular season, Jordan put up nearly 34 points per … Jordan vs. Bird: One on One is a 1988 basketball video game developed by Electronic Arts.It was released for the Commodore 64, Atari 8-bit, MS-DOS, Game Boy, Sega Genesis, NES. *** Official CatsIllustrated Kentucky vs Louisiana Monroe Prediction Contest ***. The Bulls legend was, and continues to be one of the best guard-forwards that the game has ever seen. Not even remotely close to playing with an historically inept Cleveland organization. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Michael Jordan #23 of the Chicago Bulls drives to the basket against Larry Bird #33 of the Boston Celtics during Game 2 of the Eastern Conference … In this enthralling book Jordan emerges as an ambitious, at times deeply unattractive character with, unsurprisingly, a monstrous ego. 9:37. The Boston Celtics legend saw that level of greatness in Jordan early. LeBron can't be the best player because he plays on super teams. 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