[Lonesome in Massachussets]

Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson are not fools. Regardless of what they think of Larry Bird as a player or person, they can only hurt their brand with white sponsors by attacking him. It’s a lose-lose proposition for them.

[nickcarraway]

So you think they are lying for sponsorship reasons?

[nickcarraway]

So, you think Larry Bird was a mediocre player, and black players propped him up, just to help their brand with a white audience?

Personally, I think you are full of it. Those players were very specific and passionate about him.

Julius Erving breaks down Larry Bird's game and what made him the best shooter he ever saw

I am not a Celtics fan, but back then there were great rivalries, with great players. It's funny that someone from Massachusetts is trashing Bird.

[Rummyfan]

Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson are not fools.

I don't think either Johnson or Jordan has a racist bone in their bodies.

[Sgt_Schultze]

The greats from the past have nothing but admiration for Bird. Here is a link to a video of how they felt about Bird’s skill.

[Bratch]

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson literally saved the NBA.

[cowboyusa]

Bird is the Greatest White Basketball Player ever.