Before Larry Bird and Magic Johnson ruled the league, and long before Michael Jordan cemented his legendary status with his six championships in a Chicago Bulls uniform, there was a guy named Julius ...

NBA commissioner Adam Silver might not be a big fan, but trash-talking is an essential aspect of basketball. It adds entertainment value and even differentiates the good from the great players. Down ...

It is no secret that Larry Bird's greatness demands constant revision. Each retelling, each retrospective, and each argument whispered over moments finds itself circling back to the same conclusion; ...

There was always an undercurrent to the rivalry between Julius Erving and Larry Bird, something grittier than the usual Eastern Conference smoke. Something beyond basketball respect. For years, fans ...