Javascript is required for the selection of a player. Scottie Pippen stood 68 inches, but had a wingspan of 73, which is modest in comparison to some of the other players on this list, but Pippen used that length to its full extent. His name is imprinted twice in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and besides being named Player of the Year frequently, he has received coach for the Year and Executive of the Year awards. 2. [62], Despite the intensity of their rivalry, Bird and Johnson became friends off the court. Someone like Boozer who's measured as 6'7 3/4 isn't any shorter than other players listed at 6'9 too. Kevin McHale has gone down as one of the 50 best NBA players of all time, and is probably the best example in NBA history of how length can be used to dominate on both ends of the court. He's closer to 7'1 I think. [110], The Celtics employed Bird as a special assistant in the team's front office from 1992 until 1997. Leonardo Da Vincis Vitruvian man depicts the ideal human as having a wingspan equal to his height, but this was based off a human that was 55. The 73 wing span is 11.5% greater than his height. [108], At the 2019 NBA Awards, Bird received the NBA Lifetime Achievement Award (shared with Magic Johnson). Prince will not go down in any record books, but ask some of the games best who the toughest defender they faced is, and Tayshaun Princes name will be be right up there. This has lead some to believe that he is still growing, while most believe it is just a case of the Pelicans stretching the truth a little. LAST ATTENDED. He also had a career high of 60 points against the Atlanta Hawks on March 12, 1985. [10], Bird received a scholarship to play college basketball for the Indiana Hoosiers in 1974. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. [86], Bird was widely considered one of Red Auerbach's favorite players. Best Known For: Basketball icon Larry Bird won three MVP awards and three NBA championships during his 13-year career with the Boston Celtics. Larry Bird DraftExpress Profile: scouting reports, videos, stats and logs. inWest Baden,Indiana With his freakish physical attributes, the future seems in very good, and large, hands. Rebound Chaser Raises the players ability to track down rebounds from farther distances than normal. At the very least, he's as tall as players listed at 6'9. The smallest report records it at 78, while the largest account has it at 84 inches. Thats both confident and cold-blooded. One such case is the legendary Jerry West. In 2003, Bird was named president of basketball operations for the Pacers, holding the position until retiring in 2012. [40] Boston's misfortunes continued into the next season, with Bird again finishing second in MVP voting to Malone and the team losing in the Conference Semifinals to the Milwaukee Bucks. When they reached the NBA Finals, the Celticshampered by devastating injurieslost to a dominant Lakers team that had won 65 games during the season. Wingspan is a key measurement because it allows a player of a lesser stature to compete with players who may be physically taller than them. This will give your shooting attributes a bit of a boost. In Game 7 of the 1988 Eastern Conference semifinals against the Atlanta Hawks, Bird shot 9 of 10 from the floor in the fourth quarter, scoring 20 points in that quarter and lifting the Celtics to a series-clinching victory over Atlanta. Volume Shooter Gives an additional boost to shot attributes to every subsequent shot attempted after the player has already taken a handful of shots. Join our linker program. Ganyan naman talaga, you usually take off 1 1/2 to 2 inches off their published height - and you get their real height. Part of the reason, he admits, was his own fatalistic view of what the future would bring. So, when selecting a physical profile for your player, I suggest choosing the combination of strength and agility. [73] This style of play was starting to influence a new hoard of fans as they would sit and marvel at what they [Bird and Magic] can do while giving younger kids a different perspective of the game. [22] He graduated in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education. Great wingspan measurements comes from players of all heights. If Bol had any type of offensive game to merit him more minutes, he would have set the blocks record so high that it would have never been touched. The season finished with a national championship game match-up of Indiana State against Michigan State and featured a highly anticipated match-up of Bird against Michigan State great Magic Johnson, thus beginning a career-long rivalry that the two shared for over a decade. Their rivalry continued on in the revived CelticsLakers Rivalry in the NBA. Bullet Passer Increases the velocity of passes and speeds up how quickly the player gets the ball out of their hands. There were also stories that he would walk up to opponents and tell them where he was going to attempt a game-winning shot. Larry Bird made at least $25,870,000 playing professional basketball. [21] Boston advanced through the playoffs to earn a rematch with the Lakers, this time losing in six games. [90] Bird won three consecutive regular season MVP awards; as of 2020, the only other players to accomplish this feat are Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain. "She hates it when I say that. The two adopted a son and daughter, Conner and Mariah. Because Bird was wily in creating space for himself off the dribble, the Shot Creator takeover also sounds like a good option. 4. Because that was usually how the Hall of Famer took over games. His extra length allows him to keep the ball away from incoming defenders, making for some spectacular finishes. Larry Bird averaged 24.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. That is an 11% increase on his height. Howard is also the only player in league history to have won Defensive Player of the Year in three consecutive years. Boston Celtics, 1st round (6th pick, 6th overall), 1978 NBA Draft, Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player in 1998 (Full List), More Larry Bird pages at Sports Reference. Brand was a great post defender and shot blocker, as he averaged 2 blocks a game from 2001-2008. But there are other players that are taller that their listed height like Garnett, McGrady (who Toronto played at PF in his early years and once averaged nearly 2 blocks a game) and probably Dirk (as Cuban once claimed). Larry Bird and Magic Johnson are known to be "one of the greatest rivalries in sports. Prince was never a skilled offensive player, but has been one of the best perimeter defenders of the last decade. [8] He returned to French Lick, enrolling at Northwood Institute (now Northwood University) in nearby West Baden, and working municipal jobs for a year before enrolling at Indiana State University in Terre Haute in 1975. A triple-double in basketball is a term used to describe the impactful performance of a player that achieved a double-digit number in three of the five statistical basketball categories of points, assists, rebounds, steals, and blocked shots. Rajon Rondo's length at the point guard position makes him a one of a kind player. The Celtics won their first NBA title with Bird (and 14th overall) in 1981; they repeated with title wins in 1984 and 1986. Post Playmaker When the player passes out of the post or coming off an offensive board, the recipient receives a shot boost. 5. He was briefly married to first wife Janet Condra from 1975-76 and has a daughter with her named Corrie. His length gives nightmares to the NBAs best on a nightly basis as he would be frustrating the likes of Kobe, Melo, and LeBron. Indiana State. [19][20] Indiana State lost the game 7564, with Bird scoring 19 points but making only 7 of 21 shots. [85], Bird has been described as one of the greatest basketball players and greatest shooters of all time. [21] In the Conference Finals, Boston was eliminated by the Philadelphia 76ers. Davis stands 610, and, at the 2012 pre-draft combine, was measured to have a 75 wing span. Additionally, the three-time NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection stood out in that end of the court. Larry Bird was born in West Baden, Indiana. And it went down to the last shot of the game. In 1997 Bird accepted the head coach position with the Indiana Pacers, a move that returned him to his home state. Any data prior to that is not a guarantee, and much of it is urban legend that grew a life of its own. Bird stands 6-foot-9, and his listed weight during his playing days was 220 lbs. Anthony Davis is one of the leagues biggest stars. While standing 77, Bols wingspan was an unheard of 86. The 19871988 season was the highest-scoring season of Bird's career. [25], In his rookie season (19791980), Bird immediately transformed the Celtics into a title contender. Lastly, the wingspan can be reduced to around 83.0 inches. Join our newsletter! Bird knows all about the problems with 7-footers and their health, and despite his wife's aversion to wanting to hear about it, reaching 75 years old isn't something Bird, 59 and now president of the Pacers, necessarily expects to accomplish. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. BEST LARRY BIRD BUILD 2K22 NEXT GEN (EXACT HEIGHT, WEIGHT & WINGSPAN) REAL LIFE BUILD SERIES VOL.44. Along with Larry Bird, and Robert Parish, McHale formed the most dominant front line in NBA history. Because of this, you can just focus on what Bird was exceptionally good at. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Only eight other NBA players have achieved the rare feat. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. A comprehensive reference database of dimensioned drawings documenting the standard measurements and sizes of the everyday objects and spaces that make up our world. The following top 15 will look at the most impressive wingspans in NBA history. West only stood 62 which would make his wingspan 9.5% greater than his height. [13], Larry used basketball as an escape from his family troubles, starring for Springs Valley High School and averaging 31 points, 21 rebounds, and 4 assists as a senior on his way to becoming the school's all-time scoring leader. [9] He has four brothers and a sister. In 1999, he was listed at No. The three-time MVP helped redefine the position and his battles with Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers is the standard for NBA rivalry even today. He is not dating anyone. KG Living Legend Don Nelson Posts: 8383 Brand was the #1 overall pick in 1999 out of Duke. [120] He continued to serve as an advisor until July, 2022, when he "stepped back from maintaining an active role with the Indiana Pacers". w/ shoes Weight Wingspan Standing Reach. To help you operate in the lane, this guide discusses the most effective post moves in NBA 2K22. During the MyCareer mode, you can be tasked to play some minutes at power forward depending on the rotation. To put that in perspective, number 10 is legendary Robert Parish and he put up only 300 more blocks than Bol in his career, but it took him 45,704 minutes. Another badge you must target is Interceptor. An option for your characters secondary skill is playmaking. In his final three seasons with the Celtics, Bird averaged over 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists per game, shot better than 45% from the field, and led the Celtics to playoff appearances. 100 kg or 220.5 lbs. But I recommend opting for defense/rebounding instead. When they mention length, they are not talking about a player's height, but more so his wingspan. You can use it on Post Spin Technician to allow your player to be more effective inside the paint. To advance the ball down the court, players must bounce the ball (dribble) or pass it to a teammate. Johnson appeared at Bird's retirement ceremony on February 4, 1993, and emotionally described Bird as a "friend forever".[63]. [82] In 1999, Bird ranked No. And TMac is easily 6'8 or 6'9. Deadeye Jump shots attempted with a defender closing out in front of the player will suffer a lower penalty. 6'9" (2.06m) WEIGHT. LIVE. What Mourning lacked in height, he made up for with a massive 76 wingspan. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. We present them here for purely educational purposes. [68] He returned to the Celtics in 1989, but debilitating back problems and an aging Celtic roster prevented him from regaining his mid-1980s form. This will provide a huge boost in the attributes under this category. Bird has appeared in three movies, each time playing himself: Bird's likeness has appeared in several video games. 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[84], "Larry, you only told me one lie. Many NBA bigs, including Larry Bird and Bill Walton, believe there's a negative relationship between height and longevity. 30 on ESPN SportsCentury's Top 50 athletes of the 20th century, with only five other basketball players ranked higher. International Stats at Basketball-Reference.com, College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. I'm not lying awake at night thinking about it. Astrological Sign: Sagittarius, Article Title: Larry Bird Biography, Author: Biography.com Editors, Website Name: The Biography.com website, Url: https://www.biography.com/athletes/larry-bird, Publisher: A&E; Television Networks, Last Updated: April 20, 2021, Original Published Date: April 2, 2014. The average modern human being is said to have a wingspan 2 inches greater than his height. Larry Bird's bio Height: 6-foot-9 Weight: 220 pounds Birthdate: Dec. 7, 1956 College: Indiana State NBA experience: 13 years Jersey number: 33 Larry Bird's career NBA stats Here are some of Larry Bird's notable career achievements and statistics: Three-time NBA champion (1981, 1984, 1986) Two-time NBA Finals MVP (1984, 1986) I know there are a few of us who live a long time, but most of us big guys don't seem to last too long. He played both the small forward and power forward positions. For three consecutive years, from 1984 to 1986, Bird was named the NBA's MVP, and in 1990, he hit a milestone by reaching 20,000 career points. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. The couple . 1. When in his defensive stance, Price looks almost impossible to get around, and his long arms allow him to play off players while contesting every shot. That's the greatest game I've ever played in or seen played." Unfortunately, thats not possible and some sacrifices will have to be made. Reggie Miller 6'7" 6'11" wingspan What players could were elite shooters with a wingspan ratio better than 10% of height Yenohb Robert Williams Posts: 345 Tommy Points: 73 Brandon Ingram would definitely be an exception. The Celtics and Lakers dominated, with one team or the other, or both, appearing in every NBA championship throughout the decade. What he showed us is that truly elite stats can be produced by some with almost no talent, but insanely freaky physical attributes. Kevin Durant stands 610 and has a 75 wingspan. The 7'3 wing span is 11.5% greater than his height. In Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pistons, with five seconds remaining in the fourth quarter and Boston trailing the Pistons 107106, Bird stole an inbound pass. But, as one journalist would say, They looked different, perhaps, but take a chainsaw to their souls and they were fraternal, if not identical, friends.[72] Watching Bird play was like watching Magic play, as they both shared this talent that the league had never seen before. [69] Following Bird's departure, the Celtics promptly retired his jersey number 33. Your submission has been received! Hit the button below and we'll send this post to your inbox! Two-time Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame inductee: College Basketball Hall of Fame (class of 2006). During the 1992 Eastern Conference semi-finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Bird missed four of the seven games due to recurring back problems. 1. Dating & Relationship status He is currently single. That length has made him one of the best point guard defenders. [67] Wilkins remarked, "The basket was like a well. [61] The historical rift between the teams, which faced each other several times in championship series of the 1960s, fueled fan interest in the rivalry. Bird had an uncanny ability of reading and anticipating opponents passes that helped him record 1.7 steals per game throughout his career. Even when considering his height, the wingspan is still 12.1% larger than his body. [54], With averages of 25.8 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 6.8 assists, and 2 steals per game, Bird became just the third player in NBA history to win three consecutive MVP Awards. At either end of the spectrum, the measurement would be considered elite. To round out the finishing, shooting, and playmaking categories, put some points on close shot, driving layup, driving dunk, and post hook. On the offensive side, superior wingspan allows a shooter to have less shots contested, as he can get the ball further away from a defender. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Post Spin Technician Attempting to perform post spins or drives result in more effective moves, and lessens the chances of getting stripped by opponents. That is 6.5% greater than his height. The reason for doing so is not just due to Bird being a proficient shooter and facilitator, but also because you will find out later that increasing the height will decrease these attributes. [39] At the conclusion of the season, he earned his first All-Defensive Team selection. Prior to Bird's second year, the Celtics acquired center Robert Parrish from the Golden State Warriors and drafted Kevin McHale. He was voted onto the NBA's 50 Greatest Players in NBA History list in 1996, and consequently the 75th Anniversary Team list in 2021. Tayshaun Prince broke out in the Detroit Pistons championship run of 2004. Unfortunately he's had a difficult time keeping pace with the speed of the NBA, and his limited offensive game has come to light. From Jackie MacMullan of ESPN the Magazine: Bird, who has an enlarged heart, was diagnosed in 1995 with atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heartbeat resulting from electrical signals being generated chaotically throughout the heart's upper chambers. Nicknamed Larry Legend or The Hick from French Lick, Bird played the small forward and power forward positions for the Boston Celtics in his entire career. An elite wingspan is considered as a measurement that is 6.5% greater than the players height. When Durant drives the lane, his length allows him to finish with greater success, and have less shots contested. Larry Bird cemented his legacy in the sport by leading the Boston Celtics to three championships in the 1980s. At the time, he was also the fifth-highest scorer in NCAA history. Larry Bird Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more | Basketball-Reference.com Larry Bird Larry Joe Bird (Larry Legend, The Hick from French Lick, Kodak, The Great White Hope) Position: Small Forward and Power Forward Shoots: Right 6-9 , 220lb (206cm, 99kg) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Hall of Fame 12x All Star All rights reserved. Durant is one of the 6 members of the 50-40-90 club. [21] He eventually finished runner-up in Most Valuable Player Award voting to Moses Malone. Do you have a blog? Larry Joe Bird (born December 7, 1956) is an American former professional basketball player, coach, and executive in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He mentioned in his own book about his height, saying, Photo ImageCollect.com / Mike Springer-PHOTOlink.net. [39][41], Bird was named MVP of the 198384 season with averages of 24.2 points, 10.1 rebounds, 6.6 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. 2021 Dimensions.com |All rights reserved, For 2D Downloads of this element, upgrade to a Dimensions Pro Membership. 7. at He is also the last player to win three straight MVP awards. [42] Bird was named Finals MVP behind 27.4 points, 14 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. NBA 2K23 Larry Bird Packs Card Name Overall Position Offense Defense Height Wingspan Weight Badges Total Stats Larry Bird Premium End Game 99 SF/PF 99 99 6'9 7'0 220 lbs 0, 0, 0, 80 3366 Larry Bird Premium Invincible 99 PG/SF 99 99 6'9 7'0 220 lbs 0, 0, 13, 65 3365 Larry Bird Premium Continue reading "NBA 2K23 Larry Bird Packs Card Challenge" I've got a theory that if you give 100 percent all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end. According to our Database, He has no children. Unless you allot more points to finishing attributes, you will only have one potential upgrade for finishing badges. [114] Bird resigned his head coaching position shortly after the end of the 2000 season, following through on his initial promise to coach for only three years. Redick is 6'4 tall and has a wingspan of 6'3. [51][52], On November 27, 1985, Bird recorded 47 points to go along with 12 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals in a 132124 win over the Detroit Pistons. Also, make sure to equip the Clutch Shooter badge. 9. . They remained married for less than a year. Player stats broken down into various categories; i.e. The NBA logo features a silhouette of Jerry West, and that player does appear to have rather long arms.