Absolutely! Reggie grew up in LA, BIG Lakers fan, and yet he started admiring Larry when he was at UCLA. It's too bad Reggie (and Larry) didn't get that NBA Championship back in 2000, because it would have been soooo cool watching Reggie and Larry embracing and celebrating. Reggie was not only a great player, but is a great guy.
after hitting an impossible buzzer-beater to win the game....the reporter said...WOW! what an incredible shot...bird responded...as much as i practice, it better have gone in....he lived on the basketball court...and, when he was in the boston garden...forgettabout it...loved watching those old celtic teams play....TEAM basketball...I agree with you all....love the respect reggie has for coach! and you are right reggie does a great job filling in for dan patrick...
I always love when someone ask larry on the spot about the trash talk stuff, he is legitimately almost embarrassed about it, because it's not really his personality away from the game, but once they get him talking , he will kinda open up a little and that competitive juice gets going😂❤ Reggie was never one of my favorite players, but you had to respect his shot and drive. I like Reggie alot more now, he's alot of fun to listen too and he knows alot about the game, past and present. Kudos to larry legend and Reggie for a great and entertaining interview.
Mr. Larry Bird was the very best all round basketball player period. Like a former Celtic once said, Larry was playing chess while everyone else was playing checkers.
Larry Freak'ng Bird!!! If anyone has ever witnessed him play, you will never forget it. This man can do anything and everything he wanted to do on court. If he could imagine it in his mind, it was done. He was just that talented. I'm mean no one fulfilled the WOW factor more than Bird. There are many highlighted videos of him that just make your jaw drop. But believe me, you really had to watch him play live, either on TV or in person. And he is just so humble that he never talks about himself in interview. You have pester him to get any info on how he played. He will always say how great other players were and yes they were great until they are compared to you. And then they pale. Of course, there will never be another man with your natural basketball talent. You made the game look so easy and you terrorized everyone. Literally terrorized his opponents to the point where some either had chronic nightmares or quit basketball altogether. There are youtube videos of players that quit the NBA because of him. And no one has said that about any other player. That's why he's called the Legend. And that's why the GOAT label is too restrictive. His true title is simply God on the basketball court (GOTBC).
"I never worked on my 3-point shot" - the winner of the first 3, 3-point shootouts in the NBA. ....and he didn't. He didn't need to. What he had was pure, and nightmarish. What we see today with the 3 is evolution of the game. It's not bad, it's what 20-30 years does to the adjustment of how the game is played. As much as Larry is maybe the GOAT, Pistol Pete was 50 years ahead of his time, that dude was 70% Steph, with 30% white chocolate.
I think one of the h e never really concentrated on practicing 3's was that they were just long 2's until he was 24. He probably practiced them about as often as much as a player would practice a trick shot, figured out the rhythm and coasted on instinct the rest of the time.
@@jaded9234 They were 3 pointers the year Larry entered the NBA - but it did take over 2 decades for the NBA to catchup to the records Louis Dampier set in the ABA for them, DESPITE the NBA having a slightly shorter 3 point line.
Great interview....it just FLOORS me how HUMBLE these BIG TOUGH guys are:...Isiah....Magic, Reggie, Dr J, they all are incredibly articulate and so quick to talk about how GREAT the other guys were...its a wonderful thing. Everyone EVERY ONE....thought Larry Jo was the deathstar, the "chubby white guy" who couldn't jump, was SLOW and talked trash....but won, and mostly won the RESPECT.
Reggie Miller is a top on-air talent. He has a pleasant voice, never stammers, stutters, or uses bad grammar, and always seems happy. His very presence makes a show successful.
Larry had perfect recall of the game (Reggie/MJ) within seconds of entering the conversation. Does he actually have photographic/total recall? Stone.Cold.Killer- on the court
I read in one book or article that he does have a photographic memory. He remembers every detail of every single NBA game he played in with uncanny accuracy.
Legend! Other than Michael Jordan Larry Bird is the most Savage, best basketball player & most revered! him and Michael the only ones that you see walking down the hall that you just stop and Awe!
-Who would win a three point contest Larry Bird or Reggie Miller ? Larry Bird:Now? -No, In their prime! Larry Bird: hahahahahahaha I would win ,hands down!😂😂😂😂💸🏀
I'll bet Bird can remember every shot he took, or any stand out play his teammates made. Bird brought anticipation to the game. On offense you didn't know if he would shoot a three, or go inside to the post, do that beautiful fall away or make a blind pass. Not to mention his rebounding. I loved watching Bird and the Celtics Parrish, McHale, DJ, Ainge and even Walton when he arrived. Walton was a great passer. That doesn't begin to tell what a great team the Celtics were in the 1980's.
This is very typical Larry Bird. You know that many have tried, but failed, to get him on their show, or, to do an interview. My guess is that 99% who inquiry never get past his agent or team spokesperson. But, his loyalty to former teammates and players that he had coached (and respects) is deep and irreversible. Once you are his friend (this comes directly from Magic) you have a friend for life. Reggie, who was sitting in for Dan Patrick, enhanced the program by getting in a great guest; Mr. Larry Joe Bird. Larry knew that his coming on the show would be a boost for Reggie, who did a great interview. His questions to Larry were spot on. You never want to ask Larry a really stupid question. He will call you out in it, and then turn to answering all subsequent questions in mono syllables...an interviewer’s nightmare. Love the Larry.
As a former Laker fan. I hated Bird, he broke my heart so many times. However, I've become a fan. He's a great guy. Things that really made me mad when he played, are funny now. I always tell my Grandson when he picks his 2k teams, be sure to get Oscar Robertson, Shaq, Bill Russell, Jerry West, Magic, & Bird. He was a great player, a great coach, & I can finally say just a great person. Well done, Reggie, you're a bad boy too! (Btw when OKC got the Sonics/Thunder I had to go for them, home team & all. Until that happened, I was purple & gold all the way, always had been.)
Wow. Hell of a comment in taking the responsibility on his shoulders (Reggie) for the finals vs Lakers. LA with Kobe and Shaq. Reggie was the only real star on Indy and he gave em' a run for the money. Hell of a competitor.
I agree. Jalen Rose played the best ball of his career as Reggie's sidekick. Bird didn't get too high or too low and his persona at least in that regard, seemed to translate to his players. And with Reggie, you were almost never out of a game.
Viejotrueno No doubt about that, as Finals opponents, the Pacers gave the Lakers the biggest challenge, especially during that first three peat in the early 2000's.
What I love about Larry and Reggie Miller is that Miller is a HOFer and one of the best shooters of all time and yet he speaks to Larry Bird as if Larry was Santa Clause. Lol. Likewise, Bird was always one of the most humble greats ever. In spite of his notoriety as a trash talker, Bird downplays himself as if he was a below average bench player. Lol.
YaUncleDrew215 Everyone says that. He was actually just as good driving the ball and scoring at the rim as LeBron, just doesn't dunk as fancy, was a great team defender, great rebounder, and was an amazing passer. Don't forget about his shooting ability. LeBron and Larry are very very close LeBron is just more athletic and Larry is a better shooter
Larry actually mentioned a very good point about players today giving so much time practicing 3s. For sure the vets would do the same if they lived and played today. Given what they achieved not having enjoyed the technology of today, thats what really impressed me.
Why would Larry "want to run a little bit more", or "score more on the defensive end (steals?)", or have pre-set team goals "to score 104-105 ppg", rather than mold a "TEAM" to play the game of basketball the way he played it? ...the Celtic way! Only one TEAM, only one expectation: WINNING.
When Bird was playing the 3 pt line didn't exist until his rookie year! Coaches discouraged players from using that line! Lol. He's had to adapt to a lot of changes throughout his career. That's why I don't understand the doubt that some have regarding Birds game translating well into today's game. Bird could play in any era!!!
why do some videos not show the date they were posted? it's annoying . not so much when it's videos of legends , but on more recent current things it sucks.
+Ty Wilson hmm.probably the guy that's more durable,stronger,faster,just as smart,just as good of a passer,HAS PLAYED FOR LONGER IN THE NBA,has more mvps,more career points and assist with just as many titles as Larry with the 3rd coming against a 73 win team.the man you love to hate the most😏The King
+Ty Wilson I mean you made up weaknesses.lebron has had to live up to pressure no other player has dreamed of.that takes mental toughness.to discipline your self to get to the league without a father in your life takes mental toughness.TO WIN A CHAMPIONSHIP FOR A CITY THAT HASN'T WON ANYTHING FOR HALF A CENTURY AGAINST A 73 WIN TEAM TAKES MENTAL TOUGHNESS.so miss me with that bullshit.by the way lebron and michael are TOP 2 for playoff buzzer beaters and go ahead shots in the final 10 seconds and in overtime.as usual a lebron hater catches work once again.witness greatness bitch.and do some research before you blabber out lies
Really was. The mutual respect and admiration each have for one another is terrific. Each succeeded beyond nearly everyone's expectations. Bird, too slow, supposedly didn't have the greatest H.S or collegiate competition. Reggie, had serious problems with his legs as a child, too skinny. Turns out they both did fine, to say the least.
i love how much reggie loves and reveres larry..so cool
Absolutely! Reggie grew up in LA, BIG Lakers fan, and yet he started admiring Larry when he was at UCLA. It's too bad Reggie (and Larry) didn't get that NBA Championship back in 2000, because it would have been soooo cool watching Reggie and Larry embracing and celebrating. Reggie was not only a great player, but is a great guy.
Didn't Reggie basically work for Larry for a number of years?
@@evelynn4273 Nah, Larry was Reggie's coach
Especially because Reggie doesn't usually do that!
Wow, the respect, admiration, and reverence Reggie showed for Bird. It's so good to see. So good to see Reggie doing well.
Larry and Reggie are two of my favorite NBA players. I wish this interview never ended. Reggie did a great job filling in for Dan today.
Reggie is a smart guy.
Who's Dan again?🤣
@@thepianist7084 He did the best job with Larry.
If I didn't have more important things to do, I could listen to Reggie interview Larry all day! What a classy duo!
Larry Bird is a LEGEND! Great guy. It would be cool to meet him one day! 🙏
Better hurry up. Even Legends have their last say.☹
after hitting an impossible buzzer-beater to win the game....the reporter said...WOW! what an incredible shot...bird responded...as much as i practice, it better have gone in....he lived on the basketball court...and, when he was in the boston garden...forgettabout it...loved watching those old celtic teams play....TEAM basketball...I agree with you all....love the respect reggie has for coach! and you are right reggie does a great job filling in for dan patrick...
Reggie is excellent at this and Larry Joes memory and knowledge of the game is so incredible
It is always great to see legends talking to their legends. Epic interview.
imagine how dominant larry would be today. The greatest all around shooter ive ever seen.
@MAN UTD Who gives a fuck???
@@garthdrake3220 🤣
@M soccer sucks
@M Soccer is a joke. Gotta love those 0-0 ties. Has there ever even been a goal scored in soccer?
That's how u respect your elders.
Coach*
I always love when someone ask larry on the spot about the trash talk stuff, he is legitimately almost embarrassed about it, because it's not really his personality away from the game, but once they get him talking , he will kinda open up a little and that competitive juice gets going😂❤ Reggie was never one of my favorite players, but you had to respect his shot and drive. I like Reggie alot more now, he's alot of fun to listen too and he knows alot about the game, past and present. Kudos to larry legend and Reggie for a great and entertaining interview.
Mr. Larry Bird was the very best all round basketball player period. Like a former Celtic once said, Larry was playing chess while everyone else was playing checkers.
Tommy Heinsohn
Tom Heinsohn - who is in the Hall as Player AND Coach (one of 5 to manage both).
Larry Freak'ng Bird!!! If anyone has ever witnessed him play, you will never forget it. This man can do anything and everything he wanted to do on court. If he could imagine it in his mind, it was done. He was just that talented. I'm mean no one fulfilled the WOW factor more than Bird. There are many highlighted videos of him that just make your jaw drop. But believe me, you really had to watch him play live, either on TV or in person. And he is just so humble that he never talks about himself in interview. You have pester him to get any info on how he played. He will always say how great other players were and yes they were great until they are compared to you. And then they pale. Of course, there will never be another man with your natural basketball talent. You made the game look so easy and you terrorized everyone. Literally terrorized his opponents to the point where some either had chronic nightmares or quit basketball altogether. There are youtube videos of players that quit the NBA because of him. And no one has said that about any other player. That's why he's called the Legend. And that's why the GOAT label is too restrictive. His true title is simply God on the basketball court (GOTBC).
Larry Bird and Reggie Miller; two of my all-time favorites!
Reggie is just as great as an interviewer as he was as a NBA player.
After he won & got interviewd in regards to the 86 3pt shot out he told the reporter ," This check has had my name on it for a WEEK!!!!"
"I never worked on my 3-point shot" - the winner of the first 3, 3-point shootouts in the NBA. ....and he didn't. He didn't need to. What he had was pure, and nightmarish. What we see today with the 3 is evolution of the game. It's not bad, it's what 20-30 years does to the adjustment of how the game is played. As much as Larry is maybe the GOAT, Pistol Pete was 50 years ahead of his time, that dude was 70% Steph, with 30% white chocolate.
immortal43 Pistol was 90% Curry and 120% white chocolate... more crazy handles, more mind-blowing passes and more shots from ANYWHERE.
I think one of the h e never really concentrated on practicing 3's was that they were just long 2's until he was 24. He probably practiced them about as often as much as a player would practice a trick shot, figured out the rhythm and coasted on instinct the rest of the time.
@@jaded9234 They were 3 pointers the year Larry entered the NBA - but it did take over 2 decades for the NBA to catchup to the records Louis Dampier set in the ABA for them, DESPITE the NBA having a slightly shorter 3 point line.
Great interview....it just FLOORS me how HUMBLE these BIG TOUGH guys are:...Isiah....Magic, Reggie, Dr J, they all are incredibly articulate and so quick to talk about how GREAT the other guys were...its a wonderful thing. Everyone EVERY ONE....thought Larry Jo was the deathstar, the "chubby white guy" who couldn't jump, was SLOW and talked trash....but won, and mostly won the RESPECT.
Reggie Miller is a top on-air talent. He has a pleasant voice, never stammers, stutters, or uses bad grammar, and always seems happy. His very presence makes a show successful.
by how arrogant he was a player you would have never guessed how humble he is as a analyst
Larry has such a great dry sense of humor. What an incredible ambassador for NBA
GREAT JOB REGGIE. He is an example for young players.
Larry had perfect recall of the game (Reggie/MJ) within seconds of entering the conversation. Does he actually have photographic/total recall?
Stone.Cold.Killer- on the court
I read in one book or article that he does have a photographic memory. He remembers every detail of every single NBA game he played in with uncanny accuracy.
The photographic memory might explain his "Basketball ESP" and being able to think one, two three steps ahead of everyone else.
Larry has a GOAT tier mind for basketball. I've seen LeBron recall old games second by second as well.
@@BDyoungster1997 Says a lot that KAREEM said Larry had the best basketball mind he ever faced.
Legend! Other than Michael Jordan Larry Bird is the most Savage, best basketball player & most revered! him and Michael the only ones that you see walking down the hall that you just stop and Awe!
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Mitchell D you are FULL OF IT. Magic was both feared and RESPECTED. Where’d you get such foolish thoughts??🤷🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
-Who would win a three point contest Larry Bird or Reggie Miller ?
Larry Bird:Now?
-No, In their prime!
Larry Bird: hahahahahahaha
I would win ,hands down!😂😂😂😂💸🏀
I'll bet Bird can remember every shot he took, or any stand out play his teammates made. Bird brought anticipation to the game. On offense you didn't know if he would shoot a three, or go inside to the post, do that beautiful fall away or make a blind pass. Not to mention his rebounding. I loved watching Bird and the Celtics Parrish, McHale, DJ, Ainge and even Walton when he arrived. Walton was a great passer. That doesn't begin to tell what a great team the Celtics were in the 1980's.
I think Reggie looked up to Bird when he was still playing.
Reggie Miller should start his own podcast
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Larry would have been a monster in today's 3 point game
Reggie's basketball IQ..off the charts, just like Bird!
This has got to be the *BEST* interview ever~! Love it. Thanks
This is very typical Larry Bird. You know that many have tried, but failed, to get him on their show, or, to do an interview. My guess is that 99% who inquiry never get past his agent or team spokesperson.
But, his loyalty to former teammates and players that he had coached (and respects) is deep and irreversible. Once you are his friend (this comes directly from Magic) you have a friend for life.
Reggie, who was sitting in for Dan Patrick, enhanced the program by getting in a great guest; Mr. Larry Joe Bird. Larry knew that his coming on the show would be a boost for Reggie, who did a great interview.
His questions to Larry were spot on. You never want to ask Larry a really stupid question. He will call you out in it, and then turn to answering all subsequent questions in mono syllables...an interviewer’s nightmare.
Love the Larry.
Reggie's is pretty good at this
probably one of the most unselfish basketball players ever,made everyone better around him and a will to win.
As a former Laker fan. I hated Bird, he broke my heart so many times. However, I've become a fan. He's a great guy. Things that really made me mad when he played, are funny now. I always tell my Grandson when he picks his 2k teams, be sure to get Oscar Robertson, Shaq, Bill Russell, Jerry West, Magic, & Bird. He was a great player, a great coach, & I can finally say just a great person. Well done, Reggie, you're a bad boy too! (Btw when OKC got the Sonics/Thunder I had to go for them, home team & all. Until that happened, I was purple & gold all the way, always had been.)
Wow. Hell of a comment in taking the responsibility on his shoulders (Reggie) for the finals vs Lakers. LA with Kobe and Shaq. Reggie was the only real star on Indy and he gave em' a run for the money. Hell of a competitor.
Mick A That 2000 Pacers team gave the Lakers their toughest match up during their three peat.
I agree. Jalen Rose played the best ball of his career as Reggie's sidekick. Bird didn't get too high or too low and his persona at least in that regard, seemed to translate to his players. And with Reggie, you were almost never out of a game.
Portland gave the Lakers very tough moments
Viejotrueno No doubt about that, as Finals opponents, the Pacers gave the Lakers the biggest challenge, especially during that first three peat in the early 2000's.
the other 2 east teams didnt even belong in finals.
How the hell does he remember every single moment of a play on a game? Unbelievable. The man had a mind like a 'camera' and is obviously a genius.
Funny you mention 'camera'... Bird's first NBA head coach, Bill Fitch, called him 'Kodak'
Larry Bird is my favorite NBA basketball player. a winner recognizes there God.
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What I love about Larry and Reggie Miller is that Miller is a HOFer and one of the best shooters of all time and yet he speaks to Larry Bird as if Larry was Santa Clause. Lol. Likewise, Bird was always one of the most humble greats ever.
In spite of his notoriety as a trash talker, Bird downplays himself as if he was a below average bench player. Lol.
Mark a true great. Ali did the same.
Larry coached Reggie!
@@davidparker4501 I know. Bird was also from Indiana which Reggie probably respected even though he himself was from the L.A. area.
Its easier to show the love once the sneakers are hung up. Larry bird is and has been my favorite bb player forever.
Reggie needs to have his talkshow he is great at it 💯
IMO the increased use of the 3 point shot has ruined basketball. No more inside game and principles.
if Larry played today he would be Steph curry but BETTER Imo
YaUncleDrew215 Everyone says that. He was actually just as good driving the ball and scoring at the rim as LeBron, just doesn't dunk as fancy, was a great team defender, great rebounder, and was an amazing passer. Don't forget about his shooting ability. LeBron and Larry are very very close LeBron is just more athletic and Larry is a better shooter
Larry actually mentioned a very good point about players today giving so much time practicing 3s.
For sure the vets would do the same if they lived and played today.
Given what they achieved not having enjoyed the technology of today, thats what really impressed me.
I love to Reggie interview, he is just a positive person.
Legend talking to legend...
EPIC.
I LOVE LARRY BIRD, AND REGGIE L. BUT THE BIRD MAN WAS THE BEST SM FORWARD EVER AND EVER.
probably the best white player, period!!
[I include European players, too]
brainsareus I would drop white. Birds my starting SM over Lebron
This guy LB would school LbJ 99 out of 100 times
Imperious Rex thank you for saying that, let’s just forget color please!
NO contest. Tim Duncan best power forward.
GOD BLESS YOU MR. LARRY BIRD !!!
Why would Larry "want to run a little bit more", or "score more on the defensive end (steals?)", or have pre-set team goals "to score 104-105 ppg", rather than mold a "TEAM" to play the game of basketball the way he played it?
...the Celtic way!
Only one TEAM, only one expectation:
WINNING.
What a great interview.
Thanks!
did you really say whose coming in second?.............
yeah I did I feel so bad LOL
Reggie Miller loves Larry.
larry>magic
Aidan Sechy nope. Ask Larry who was better...
I would have a beer with Bird. Wouldn’t bother with Jordan
classic, timeless
yeah it was San Diego La Jolla to be exact I was there last year
Larry Legend!
When Bird was playing the 3 pt line didn't exist until his rookie year! Coaches discouraged players from using that line! Lol. He's had to adapt to a lot of changes throughout his career. That's why I don't understand the doubt that some have regarding Birds game translating well into today's game. Bird could play in any era!!!
Pete Maravich liked to "go to the hole" after the game. Got him into plenty of trouble.
why do some videos not show the date they were posted? it's annoying . not so much when it's videos of legends , but on more recent current things it sucks.
Jacabo Blanco let me know if u find out it bugs me too
Larry, Reggie's childhood hero.
Larry is my favorite of all time, but Reggie was a helluva player in his own right.
Reggie mike and Larry in their prime join the Cavs and I’m calling championship.
lol the great larry legend.
These guys are both class acts and biggest trash talker lol
AWESOME
"Lesteeer" Nice touch, Reggie. ^^
Everyone carries their inner shit differently, and I judge not, but imagine how wildly popular Larry could be, if he were just a tad bit personable?
Larry only 1 of him lost his dad wish he could of seen Larry Korean war vet
He did 💗🙏
Surprised Larry Legend mentioned LBJ as a clutch, last second, shot maker......
Humble. Obey God humbly.
Greatest SF ever
Sorry Larry, but Laboob is not the guy you want to take the last shot, KD, Westbrooks, Kyrie, Harden yes but not laboob.
Wow
Reggie did a great job! 👍
"Kristin" Laetner, Larry??
lol...
Southern Indiana accent on display? 🙂
that was good
The guy in the thumbnail looks like he fantasizes about Larry Bird.
That's one of the worst practices I've ever seen, cause everyone there was just talking....
Larry makes a point……you want to make the game better? get rid of the 3 point line……
Did Larry just call Russell .. WestBrick??
🦅🏀👍🏻
It must have killed Dan Patrick not to be there considering he appears to be obsessively in love with LJB
Dan looks different
what kind of headphones are Reggie wearing
Larry's balls
@@nocomment1469 🤣🤣🤣🤣💀💀
Bird basicly said lonzo ball is tge best Player in NBA history
2nd best small forward ever.larry is a bona-fide LEGEND
Lol 2nd best? Who do you wrongly think is 1st?
+Ty Wilson hmm.probably the guy that's more durable,stronger,faster,just as smart,just as good of a passer,HAS PLAYED FOR LONGER IN THE NBA,has more mvps,more career points and assist with just as many titles as Larry with the 3rd coming against a 73 win team.the man you love to hate the most😏The King
+Ty Wilson I could also make an argument for elgin baylor who went to 8 finals
+Ty Wilson I mean you made up weaknesses.lebron has had to live up to pressure no other player has dreamed of.that takes mental toughness.to discipline your self to get to the league without a father in your life takes mental toughness.TO WIN A CHAMPIONSHIP FOR A CITY THAT HASN'T WON ANYTHING FOR HALF A CENTURY AGAINST A 73 WIN TEAM TAKES MENTAL TOUGHNESS.so miss me with that bullshit.by the way lebron and michael are TOP 2 for playoff buzzer beaters and go ahead shots in the final 10 seconds and in overtime.as usual a lebron hater catches work once again.witness greatness bitch.and do some research before you blabber out lies
+Ty Wilson by the way.i love how you completely left out defense as if that's not a part of the game.
that was good
Really was. The mutual respect and admiration each have for one another is terrific. Each succeeded beyond nearly everyone's expectations. Bird, too slow, supposedly didn't have the greatest H.S or collegiate competition. Reggie, had serious problems with his legs as a child, too skinny. Turns out they both did fine, to say the least.