Jeff Teague on why Boston Celtics icon Larry Bird would cook the NBA today
For whatever reason (we're looking at you, JJ Redick), the idea that players from earlier eras would struggle in the NBA of today.
For whatever reason (we're looking at you, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick), the idea that players from earlier eras would struggle in the NBA of today. And as odd as it might sound to fans of the Boston Celtics, some people are even putting Hall of Fame Celtics small forward Larry Bird in that box. The Hick From French Lick was among the league's first adopters of the 3-point shot as a significant component of his offensive package (watch his 3-point shootout contests at All-Star Weeks of the past if you need convincing), and his high-IQ style of play and relentless, competitive nature would thrive in any era.
But don't rely on our word -- check out this clip where former Boston floor general Jeff Teague breaks down why Larry Legend would excel today -- or in any era he plays in. Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on: Blue Wire: https://tiny. ee/CdKp iTunes: https://tiny.
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