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Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan (left) crashes into Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird as he goes up for two points.

Larry Bird Explained Why Michael Jordan Didn’t Have a ‘Team Mentality’ Early in His Career

Mike Thomas , 11 October 2023

Head coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics reacts during the second half of a preseason game against the New York Knicks.

#NBA Boston Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla Unfazed by Damian Lillard Trade: We’ll See When 2 Nightmares Play Against Each Other

Mike Thomas , 10 October 2023

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Mychal Thompson of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles on the bench.

#NBA Mychal Thompson Slept Through His Trade That Helped Vault the LA Lakers Past the Boston Celtics in 1987

Mike Thomas , 10 October 2023

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Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers warms up.

#NFL Brock Purdy Still Living the Simple Life Despite Blossoming Into an NFL Star

Mike Thomas , 08 October 2023

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Boston Celtics center Bill Walton (rear) recovering from foot surgery, works out with teammate Larry Bird.

#NBA A Stubborn Larry Bird Passed on the Opportunity To Play Alongside Bill Walton Well Before They Teamed Up in 1986

Mike Thomas , 08 October 2023

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Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird were inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.

#NBA A Converse Sneaker Commercial Set the Record Straight on Who Larry Bird and Magic Johnson Really Were

Mike Thomas , 08 October 2023

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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick stands on the sideline.

#NFL Are We Watching Bill Belichick’s Legacy Crumble Right Before Our Eyes?

Mike Thomas , 08 October 2023

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Earvin Magic Johnson of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a call as Larry Bird of the Boston Celtics looks on.

#NBA For Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, the ‘Real Dislike’ for Each Other Began in 1982

Mike Thomas , 07 October 2023

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Boston Celtics star rookie Larry Bird and the club's veteran center Dave Cowens go over some plays.

#NBA Larry Bird Got Straight to the Point With Newcomer Robert Parish After the Abrupt Retirement of Dave Cowens

Mike Thomas , 07 October 2023

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Larry Bird kneels in pain after injuring his leg.

#NBA Larry Bird’s Toughness Came Simply From Watching His Father

Mike Thomas , 06 October 2023

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Earvin Magic Johnson of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball.

#NBA A Despondent Magic Johnson Eventually Admitted What Held Him Back During the Crushing Loss to the Boston Celtics in the 1984 Finals

Mike Thomas , 06 October 2023

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Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics gives an interview during Boston Celtics Media Day.

#NBA What Boston Celtics Member Has the Most Pressure on Them Ahead of the 2023-24 NBA Season?

Mike Thomas , 05 October 2023

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Magic Johnson and Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird during break at the 1985 NBA Finals.

#NBA K.C. Jones Once Explained How Larry Bird and Magic Johnson Were the Complete Opposite Despite Constant Comparisons

Mike Thomas , 05 October 2023

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Dennis Johnson of the Boston Celtics drives on James Worthy of the Los Angeles Lakers.

#NBA Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics Continued Their Mental Dominance Over the Lakers in the 1984 Finals During a Sauna-Like Game 5

Mike Thomas , 04 October 2023

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Pete Maravich of the LSU Tigers takes instruction from head coach and father, Press Maravich.

#NCAA The Biggest Criticism of Press Maravich, the Father of the Legendary Pete Maravich? ‘He Loved His Son Too Much’

Mike Thomas , 04 October 2023

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Sports EditorKyle Dalton Kyle Dalton began covering sports in 1992 after he graduated from the University of Texas school of journalism. He published his book Burned Orange: Tom Penders and 10 Years at the University of Texas in 2000, and joined Sportscasting in 2020. Kyle expertly covers the NFL, NASCAR, and NCAA football. Kyle finds inspiration in the unscripted drama of sports, the compelling journeys and life stories of the athletes who play the games, and he enjoys reading the work of Mitch Albom. He is a rabid consumer of all sports on all platforms: TV, Twitter, podcasts, live events, and more. Full profile

Sports EditorStephen Sheehan Stephen Sheehan began his sportswriting career as a high school student covering sports for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel through a student outreach program. He wrote for Bleacher Report and Fan Rag Sports and worked full-time for Sportscasting in 2020 and 2021. Stephen specializes in covering the NFL, particularly the New England Patriots. Stephen is inspired by the stories sports can tell, from money to tragedies to breaking news; there are so many different ways to cover the industry. He monitors Twitter and various websites every day to find stories to tell in unique ways. Stephen was a 2008 Culpepper Journalism Foundation Fellowship winner, received a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2013 and a master's in sports management in 2015 from the University of Florida, and is an active rugby player and former rugby and football coach. Full profile

Sports EditorDan Girolamo Dan is a multifaceted content creator who specializes in sports, pop culture, and entertainment. His entertainment work has been featured on Digital Trends, where he has interviewed Brendan Fraser, Jamie Lee Curtis, Alison Brie, Adam DeVine, Sadie Sink, Chris O'Dowd, Machine Gun Kelly, and Frank Grillo. Dan's entertainment work has also been featured on Coming Soon, Hidden Remote, and WatchMojo. Dan's other passion in life revolves around sports, graduating from Marist College with a degree in Sports Communication and Journalism. From columns about the latest in New York sports to gambling predictions, Dan continues to find success in written and broadcast journalism. Previous written work can be found at Unafraid Show, while broadcast clips can be seen on WAVE.tv and CBS Sports. Full profile

Sports EditorDavid Evans David Evans is an experienced sports journalist with over 15 years in the field. He is known for his reliable and insightful commentary, which has been featured on numerous top sports betting platforms. David specializes in North Carolina basketball, college football, the NFL, soccer, and golf, offering deep knowledge and straightforward analysis in his articles. Outside of work, David stays active with regular gym workouts and enjoys relaxing at home with his cat. With a solid blend of experience and passion, David is a well-respected name in sports journalism, consistently providing valuable and informative content to his readers. Full profile

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