Larry Bird
Keynote Speaker: Legendary Basketball Player & NBA Hall of Famer; Three-Time NBA Champion; Former Indiana Pacers Coach
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Larry Bird Biography
Larry Bird is recognized as one of the most influential basketball players in the history of the sport. Known by the nicknames Larry Legend and the Hick from French Lick, Bird made a significant impact at Indiana State University, leading the Sycamores to an undefeated regular season and a national championship game appearance that marked the beginning of his rivalry with Magic Johnson. During his college career, Bird averaged 30.3 points and 13.3 rebounds per game, earning the Naismith Award, the John Wooden Award, and multiple College Player of the Year honors, departing as one of the highest scorers in NCAA basketball history.
Selected by the Boston Celtics with the sixth overall pick in the NBA Draft, Bird quickly transformed the franchise, leading the Celtics to a 32-win improvement in his rookie season and earning NBA Rookie of the Year honors. Over 13 seasons in Boston, he led the Celtics to five NBA Finals appearances and three championships, forming a Hall of Fame frontcourt with Kevin McHale and Robert Parish. Bird was a 12-time NBA All-Star, won three consecutive league Most Valuable Player awards, and earned two NBA Finals MVP awards. He concluded his playing career with averages of 24.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game, redefining the small forward position with his all-around game and clutch shooting. Bird held or shared 27 Celtics records at retirement, and his number 33 was retired by the franchise.
Bird's influence extended beyond individual achievements. Alongside Magic Johnson, he played a central role in revitalizing the NBA during the 1980s, increasing fan engagement and television ratings. Their rivalry, which began in the NCAA championship game and continued through Celtics-Lakers Finals matchups, became a defining narrative of the league's resurgence. Bird was a member of the U.S. Olympic Dream Team, which won the gold medal in Barcelona, and he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame both as an individual and as a member of the Dream Team. Bird also appeared as himself in films including "Blue Chips," "Space Jam," and "Celtic Pride."
After retiring as a player due to chronic back injuries, Bird transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach of the Indiana Pacers. Despite no prior coaching experience, he led the team to a 58-24 record in his first season and earned NBA Coach of the Year honors. Bird guided Indiana to three consecutive Eastern Conference Finals appearances and an NBA Finals berth. He later became President of Basketball Operations for the Pacers, rebuilding the franchise into a consistent playoff contender and earning NBA Executive of the Year honors. Bird is the only person in NBA history to win NBA MVP, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year awards. He co-authored the autobiography "Drive: The Story of My Life," detailing his journey from a small Indiana town to basketball prominence. Bird's legacy is commemorated at the Larry Bird Museum in Terre Haute, Indiana, which celebrates his career at every level of the game.
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What topics does Larry Bird speak about?
Larry Bird is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Golf, Hall of Fame, Athlete, Health & Wellness, Sports Motivation, Sports, Leadership and Sports Coaching.
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Larry Bird generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Larry Bird is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Golf and Hall of Fame. The estimated speaking fee range to book Larry Bird for live events is $200,000 and above. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Larry Bird generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Michael Phelps and Andre Agassi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Larry Bird for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Larry Bird to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Larry Bird for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Larry Bird, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Larry Bird or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Larry Bird for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Larry Bird, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $200,000 and above. For the most current speaking fee to hire Larry Bird, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Larry Bird speak about?
Larry Bird is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Golf, Hall of Fame, Athlete, Health & Wellness, Sports Motivation, Sports, Leadership and Sports Coaching. -
Where does Larry Bird travel from?
Larry Bird generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Larry Bird?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Larry Bird for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Larry Bird for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Larry Bird or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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