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Hoop dreams: the US basketball team that may have been the greatest of all time

The 1992 ‘Dream Team’ that won gold in Barcelona contained a plethora of star names and won new fans around the world

The Guardian - UK

How the Boston Celtics built the new Big Three and changed the NBA for years to come

Drawing on his time playing with Larry Bird, Robert Parish and Kevin McHale, GM Danny Ainge brought together Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Damian Lillard: ‘My NBA GOAT is Michael Jordan’

The Blazers stud explained his reason behind picking Jordan as his own personal GOAT: "My NBA GOAT is Michael Jordan," Lillard said, via Dame Nation on Twitter. "It's just different when you talk about MJ. On the floor, it's just never been nobody ...

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No one in the WNBA or NBA has as many 3-Point Contest titles as Allie Quigley

The Chicago Sky guard won the WNBA's 3-Point Contest for a record fourth time, stamping herself as one of the greatest shooters in history.

WEKU

Michelle Kaufman: Creation of college football mega-conferences is a mega mistake and fans will suffer

(Warning: The author of this column is 57 years old and truly believes just about everything was better in “the old days,” including sports. For those young whippersnappers who disagree, beware of your eyes rolling too far back in your heads while reading this column, as they could get stuck…

Miami Herald

Former Pacers Executive Details Team Not Drafting Larry Bird

Indiana’s front office was split when it came to what to do with its first-round pick in 1978 and ultimately made a big mistake.

Sports Illustrated

Lori Riley: Sue Bird’s journey from Long Island legend to Storrs superstar to sports icon

HARTFORD, Conn. — I remember going to Sue Bird’s house on Long Island right before she came to UConn.

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NBA Finals MVPs: Jordan, LeBron, Magic and Every Award Winner

Here’s a look at the stars who shined brightest on the game’s biggest stage.

Sports Illustrated

On this day: Parish, McHale’s pick traded for; Bird, Ainge drafted

Today saw the deal for Robert Parish and Kevin McHale and the drafts that brought Larry Bird and Danny Ainge to the Boston Celtics go down.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Celtics notebook: Al Horford thrives in first Finals appearance

SAN FRANCISCO — Al Horford, known over the course of 15 seasons for his calm and quiet leadership, has let his emotions out this postseason.

Boston Herald

Chris Biderman: Here’s why the Golden State Warriors will win in seven games

The NBA has to be doing cartwheels over this NBA Finals matchup.

Tribune News Service

Warriors’ SoCal natives cherish shot at NBA’s premier franchise in Finals

For the Warriors’ two SoCal kids, Klay Thompson and Steve Kerr, there’s a little something extra about facing the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals.

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Warriors coach Steve Kerr set to face Celtics team he grew up loathing in NBA Finals

SAN FRANCISCO — Where Steve Kerr comes from, seeing Celtic green meant you'd actually see red.

Los Angeles Times

Boston’s Jayson Tatum opens up about winning the first Larry Bird East finals MVP award

The Celtics superstar shared his thoughts on the honor postgame Sunday.

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Boston Herald

Celtics knock off Miami, 100-96, for first NBA Finals appearance since 2010

MIAMI — Jayson Tatum wore a purple and gold No. 24 armband in honor of his hero, Kobe Bryant, and by the end of the night had collected the trophy named after someone closer to the color uniform he was wearing – Larry Bird, new namesake of the Eastern Conference…

Tribune News Service

Mac Engel: Mavericks would be better if Luka Doncic was more fit, stopped whining

FORT WORTH, Texas — Luka Doncic is 23, blessed with the footwork of a ballerina and the 3-point shot of Larry Bird. But he also has a body full of baby fat and the post-shot antics of a pouting child.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Which Celtics player would most deserve the Larry Bird East finals MVP?

The award could realistically end up being fittingly given to a Celtics player -- but who has the best claim on it if they do win?

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On this date: Lakers draw first blood vs. Celtics in 1984 NBA Finals

In Magic Johnson and Larry Bird's first finals matchup, the Lakers took Game 1 behind an excellent performance by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

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Boston Herald

Tatum wants to get it right in Game 6

Jayson Tatum’s initial whiff of what’s about to commence in Game 6 Friday night is almost too intoxicating.

USA Today Sports Media Group

On this day: Larry Bird steals the ball; Bill Russell honored; 76ers sent fishing

On this day, the Boston Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons in the '87 East finals with a last-second steal by Larry Bird.

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Darvin Ham the coach LeBron James wants?

The Lakers may be willing to take that leap of faith because Ham spent two years with the organization. His personality isn't easily forgotten. Ham brings a lot of energy to a gym. He's arguably the best fit for the locker room, with veterans like ...

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On this date: Magic Johnson wins first regular season NBA MVP

On May 19, 1987, Magic Johnson finally took home the NBA MVP award, an award some felt was overdue.

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The NBA players with the best winning percentage ever

Take a look at the NBA players with the best winning percentages in league history: Kawhi Leonard, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird...

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Celtics legend Larry Bird reacts to news of new East finals MVP trophy being named for him

The Hick From French Lick HAD to take a shot at Magic Johnson here.

Sports Illustrated

Larry Bird Reacts to ECF MVP Trophy Named In His Honor

The Basketball Hall of Famer and Celtics legend learned the news from NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Mark Tatum.

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