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Larry Bird’s Mother Changed the NBA | Boston Celtics News
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Before he became an NBA legend, Larry Bird was just a kid from French Lick, Indiana, who chose college over pro basketball—thanks to his mother’s fierce belief that true success means seeing things through. Her sacrifice and unwavering guidance shaped not just his career, but the NBA itself. By staying at Indiana State, he set up the legendary rivalry with Magic Johnson, revitalizing the league in the 80s. His delayed draft entry also secured his future with the Celtics, not his hometown Pacers. Bird’s mother’s lesson—finish what you start—became the foundation of his legacy and the global rise of basketball.
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