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"After that 1986 championship, everything fell apart" - Larry Bird on why he felt the Celtics were never the same after winning the 1986 title

That 1986 title wasn't supposed to be the end of anything. It was meant to be a midpoint. The team was still built around stars in their prime. Bias was supposed to give them an explosive young scorer ...
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New book shares 'alternate reality' for the Boston Celtics post-1986

The Boston Celtics are among the most historic and recognized sports franchises in the world. Boasting 17 NBA Championship banners, they are among the most successful franchises in NBA history. This ...
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'He said he'd be coming up to rookie camp' - Red Auerbach on how excited Larry Bird was about Len Bias joining the Celtics

On June 17, 1986, the Boston Celtics, the reigning NBA champions, selected Len Bias as the second overall pick in the 1986 NBA Draft at Madison Square Garden. Although he was just 22 years old at the ...
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Thirty five years later, Len Bias’ masterpiece in the Dean Dome remains his valedictory statement

BALTIMORE — Even if you’ve never watched the full game, you’ve probably seen the clip. He rises without hesitation to sink a clutch jumper from 20 feet. As the camera focuses on the ensuing inbounds ...
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Len Bias’ mother says family is keeping basketball star’s memory alive, 35 years after his death

(NEW YORK) — Legendary basketball player Len Bias is being inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, 35 years after his death, but his family and fans are still grieving over the ...
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User Clip: Sen. Durbin during Sessions confirmation hearing on 1986 Anti-Drug Act: "It was the time when a spectacular basketball player from Maryland, Len Bias, overdosed on ...

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