5 Facts You DID’NT KNOW About Larry Bird:


1. Avid Fisherman: Bird loves to fish, a hobby he probably picked up in his small-town upbringing. He often went fishing during the offseason and it remains one of his favorite pastimes even after his retirement.

2. Wore Same Pair of Shoes: During the 1985-86 NBA season, Bird wore the same pair of Converse basketball shoes for every game, which was a common practice during his era. These days, it's more common for players to change shoes regularly.

3. Late Bloomer: Despite his legendary status, Bird did not make his school's varsity basketball team until his junior year of high school. He used this initial setback as motivation to improve his skills.

4. Involved in a Music Video: Bird was featured in a music video with Magic Johnson for the song "Just Say No", which was part of the anti-drug campaign during the Reagan administration.

5. He's Left-handed... Sort Of: While Bird is famously known for being ambidextrous, he's naturally left-handed. He learned to play basketball right-handed because the first hoop he ever shot on was located to the right of where he used to practice.

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