Childhood and Education Journey of Larry Bird in Timeline

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Larry Bird

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Larry Bird. A timeline of key moments.

Larry Bird, nicknamed "the Hick from French Lick" and "Larry Legend", is an American former professional basketball player, coach, and executive in the NBA. Widely considered one of the greatest basketball players ever, he's the only person in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year, MVP, Finals MVP, All-Star MVP, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year. Bird's career with the Boston Celtics saw him win three NBA championships and three MVP awards, solidifying his legacy as a dominant force and a basketball icon.

1926: Claude Joseph Bird Birth

In 1926, Claude Joseph "Joe" Bird, Larry Bird's father, was born.

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1930: Georgia Marie Kerns Birth

In 1930, Georgia Marie Kerns, Larry Bird's mother, was born.

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December 7, 1956: Larry Bird's Birth

On December 7, 1956, Larry Joe Bird was born. He would go on to become one of basketball's most celebrated figures.

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1974: Springs Valley High School Graduate

In 1974, Larry Bird graduated from Springs Valley High School, having excelled in basketball.

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1974: Indiana Hoosiers Scholarship

In 1974, Larry Bird received a scholarship to play basketball for the Indiana Hoosiers.

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February 1975: Father's Suicide

In February 1975, Joe Bird, Larry Bird's father, committed suicide.

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1975: Bird Marries Janet Condra

In 1975, Larry Bird married Janet Condra, though the marriage lasted less than a year.

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1975: Enrolls at Indiana State University

In 1975, after a brief period at Northwood Institute, Larry Bird enrolled at Indiana State University.

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1977: Bird and Condra have a Daughter

Following an attempted reconciliation, in 1977 Larry Bird and Janet Condra had a daughter, Corrie.

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1979: Graduation from Indiana State

In 1979, Larry Bird graduated from Indiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education.

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1979: NCAA Championship Game

In 1979, Larry Bird led Indiana State to the NCAA championship game, where they lost to Michigan State.

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1985: Back Injury

During the 1985 offseason, Larry Bird injured his back shoveling crushed rock, leading to back problems for the remainder of his career.

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1987: Bird trash-talking in the 1987 Eastern Conference Finals

In the 1987 Eastern Conference finals, Larry Bird continually belittled Dennis Rodman's ability, a player known for his defensive abilities.

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1988: Bird's Season Ends Due to Bone Spurs Surgery

In 1988, Larry Bird's season ended after six games due to bone spurs, which required surgical removal from both of his heels.

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1989: Bird Marries Dinah Mattingly

In 1989, Larry Bird married Dinah Mattingly.

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February 4, 1993: Johnson Appears at Bird's Retirement Ceremony

On February 4, 1993, Magic Johnson attended Larry Bird's retirement ceremony, where he expressed his deep friendship with Bird.

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