Larry Bird was the first player in NBA history to win the 3-point contest three times. Boston Celtics icon won the first three installments of the long-distance shootout at NBA All-Star Weekend.
On February 6, 1988, Larry Bird won his 3rd consecutive 3-point Contest while still wearing his warm-up jacket.
Any story about the great Larry Bird involves one of two things: uber-confidence or unforgettable trash talk. Hall of Famer ...
There have been concerns in NBA circles about the 3-point shot in the league almost as long as there has been one. And, present for the first-ever trey sunk in the history of the Association, Hall of ...