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"You talk about verbal intimidation, mental intimidation" - Charles Barkley on the iconic Larry Bird line that froze an entire locker room

Any story about the great Larry Bird involves one of two things: uber-confidence or unforgettable trash talk. Hall of Famer ...

"There was no shutting him up" - Ewing on Bird still balling out amid injuries and old age

Even at the tail end of his career, Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird became a member of the 1992 Dream Team. He was selected ...
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Former Pacers boss said Larry Bird still talked trash even in the front office: "I think a lot of people find that discomforting"

The great Larry Bird didn't become iconic in the sport just because of his legendary career. He also left his mark on most of the people he encountered because of his timeless trash-talking skills.
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Norm Nixon Sheds Light on Why Julius Erving Punched Larry Bird

NBA commissioner Adam Silver might not be a big fan, but trash-talking is an essential aspect of basketball. It adds entertainment value and even differentiates the good from the great players. Down ...

‘All the cash’ – Larry Bird put stunning bounty on opponent’s head after intense struggle against phenom

Manute Bol was a giant and had to be stopped at all costs. That was the view of Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird, and he was so determined to stop Bol, he devised a special tactic in order to ...