#22: Retirement in 1992: End of an Era

After 13 seasons, Larry Bird officially retired from the NBA in 1992. His body had given all it could. Though the decision was expected, it felt like the end of an era. The NBA was entering a new chapter, but Bird’s legacy was already etched in stone.

He left with three championships, three MVPs, and 12 All-Star appearances, giving everything to the game. His farewell was quiet, just like his arrival—but his impact was seismic. For Celtics fans and basketball lovers everywhere, Bird wasn’t just a player but a symbol of effort, excellence, and uncompromising heart.