3 days ago · News of basketball player Larry Bird’s death spread quickly earlier this week, causing concern among fans across the world. However, the February 2025 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax, the 59-year-old basketball player is alive and well.

Larry Joe Bird (born December 7, 1956) is an American former professional basketball player, coach, and executive in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Nicknamed "the Hick from French Lick" and "Larry Legend", Bird is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball

Dec 29, 2022 · For all of his confidence and talent, the Boston Celtics legend suffered through plenty of low moments and physical pain. And, no matter how painful it might be for basketball fans to contemplate, he will eventually die. That day, however, hasn’t come yet.

Larry Bird Death Fact Check. Larry is alive and kicking and is currently 68 years old. Please ignore rumors and hoaxes. If you have any unfortunate news that this page should be update with, please let us know using this form.

Jan 20, 2025 · Larry Bird and the “Dream Team” Icon Sportswire/Getty Images/Archives. In 1992, Bird and Magic became teammates on arguably the greatest basketball team ever, the “Dream Team.” Bird, Magic, and Michael Jordan guided Team U.S.A. to an easy gold medal at the Olympic Games. Bird’s Last Game Was Not in the NBA David Madison/Getty Images

Dec 25, 2024 · Larry Bird (born December 7, 1956, West Baden, Indiana, U.S.) is an American basketball player who led the Boston Celtics to three National Basketball Association (NBA) championships (1981, 1984, and 1986) and is considered one of …

Jan 18, 2025 · Larry Bird makes few public appearances these days, but the NBA legend hasn't stopped being involved in the game that he just can't seem to get away from.

With 12 NBA All-Star honors and nine All-NBA First Team honors, Larry is regarded as the deadliest shooter, the master intimidator and an excellent scorer of all time. He has had a successful post-retirement career as well and has been honored with Best Coach and NBA Executive of the Year awards.

1 day ago · On this day in Boston Celtics history, the franchise retired Hall of Fame forward Larry Bird's No. 33 jersey in a special, sold-out ceremony at the TD Garden in 1993. Larry Legend played his college ball primarily at Indiana State (he briefly played at Indiana under iconic coach Bob Knight before transferring to Indiana).

Jan 13, 2023 · Larry Bird received many death threats during his HOF career, and they never bothered him, even when it happened during the 1984 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers