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Bird for 3
Date: 1982
Larry Bird’s arrival from Indiana State was exciting for many reasons, but it also coincided with the NBA’s adoption of the 3-point line – an innovation pioneered by the old American Basketball Association. Sharp shooter Bird took full advantage hitting 649 from downtown in his career, including many against the Los Angeles Lakers and their star defender Michael Cooper.
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