Dec 15, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) talks with media members after the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Klay Thompson Sends Love To Celtics Legend Larry Bird

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Jul 29, 2025 10:51 PM ET

Larry Bird last played in the NBA during the 1991-92 season.

That said, he still remains one of the most popular players of all time.

On Tuesday night, Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson made a post to his Instagram story for the Boston Celtics legend.

Thompson wrote: "I can watch Larry's highlights all day long "

Fans will likely enjoy seeing Thompson show love to one of the most iconic players in history.

Bird spent all 13 seasons of his career playing for Boston.

Via @RTNBA: "The only players to make All-NBA First Team in their rookie season in the last 50 years:

• Tim Duncan • Larry Bird

End of list. "

During the 1988 season, Bird had averages of 29.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.6 steals per contest while shooting 52.7% from the field and 41.4% from the three-point range in 76 games.

He led the Celtics to three NBA Championships.

Via @slot_squad: "
3x NBA Champion
2x Finals MVP
3x NBA MVP
12x All Star
9x All-NBA 1st team"

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

More must-reads: