Originally posted on August 2, 2018 @ 4:22 pm
Larry Bird, a name that can be very well regarded as a synonym to the word ‘legend.’ The article deals with how an ordinary man like him ended up being part of National basketball associations – turning mundane into a miracle. I know You can’t put a price tag on a priceless talent like him but on records, he goes by the net worth of around 55 million dollars (Yes, you read it right)
Who is Larry Bird?
In 1978, being drafted to Boston Celtic in National basketball association, Larry became the name of cheer in household and stadiums, following that only success touched his feet. Owning the title of 12 times NBA all-stars, he may be regarded as one of the best basketball players to ever step in the basketball court. Now an ex-player, a former coach and in most recent years serving the position of President in National basketball associations for Indiana Pacers can showcase his passion for staying connected with the game, one way or the other.
His contribution includes being a player of the essence and helping Boston Celtic win National basketball association title for three times as a player. Following the subsequent course of his life as a coach, his guidance to pacers helps them gain a significant position in the tournament as well as winning many games thereof. He was awarded as coach of the year in 1997-98 season. In the year 2000, he decided to retire from coaching after ensuring that pacers play the final of national basketball association in that year.
While being in Indiana, Larry Bird was the recipient of three awards namely wooden award, USBA award, and Naismith award. He became part of Boston Celtic with an unbelievable pay of around $650,000. The average point he scored per game was 21.3 making him well worthy of the high salary. His first big win in the championship was after defeating Houston Rockets. The gameplay which Larry Bird used was that of anticipation, he predicted the upcoming moves of his opponent and responded accordingly, this tactic was difficult to understand by other, but it is one of the vital factors in making him a legend. He is considered one of the most athletic people of our times.
The year 1988-89 was not much of a favorable year for Larry Bird as in that year, he suffered from an injury due to which he couldn’t participate in many games and had to miss them. After he was recovered from the injury, he made his remarkable comeback by scoring around 2000 points and achieving a milestone, making him the most valuable player in National basketball association.
Larry Bird Family
Larry Bird, a basketball player from the USA was born on December 7, 1956, to Claude Joseph bird and Georgia. There was a sense of conflict between his parent marriage which ultimately leads to their divorce. Due to this unfortunate event, Larry father ‘Claude Joseph bird’ committed suicide one year later. His mother has to raise him alone by juggling with two jobs to support Larry and his other five siblings. This situation has always been considered as a traumatic experience to Larry’s childhood, with everything falling apart with regards to the helplessness of his mother or suicide of his father, Larry find a sense of escape in basketball. This was the fuel he needed to flame the legend within him.
The first time Larry got married was with this girl named Janet Condra who was his classmate in high school. They both also had a daughter named ‘Corrie.’ After which, he got married to ‘Dinah Mattingly’ in and they have been married since. Although Larry didn’t have any biological children from his second marriage, he adopted two kids.
Larry Bird Net worth
As a retired professional American basketball player as well as executive of business ventures, Larry bird enjoys a net worth of $55 million.
House and Cars in Larry Bird Net Worth
Larry bird takes pleasure in having a luxurious lifestyle. He owns a home in maples having entirely a breathtakingly interior as well as furnishings. As per the sources, the cost of this house is around $5 million.
Body Measurement (Height, Weight)
Larry bird weighs around 220lbs and is 6’9 inches tall. This structure of body and height is well suited for his game and has been seen as an advantage in his playing years.
How old is Larry Bird?
Larry Bird was born on December 7th, 1956. His current age is 61 years old. In talks, he has been considered as a person is quite aware of mortality and has a belief of not surpassing 75 years due to his tall height.
A snippet of Larry’s history :
| Celebrity name | Larry bird |
| Date of birth | December 7, 1956 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Indiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Basketball player |
| Net worth | $55 million |
| Height | 6’9 |
| Weight | 220lbs |
| Spouse | Janet Condra
Dinah Mattingly |
| Children | Corrie |
| Parents | Georgia bird
Claude Joseph Bird |