Kevin McHale argues Larry Bird would excel in 2026 NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:26 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Kevin McHale, a Hall of Famer and former Celtics player, expressed confidence that Larry Bird would thrive as a star in the NBA of 2026. In remarks made during a phone call, McHale compared Bird to Luka Doncic, stating Bird's physical attributes would make him outperform Doncic, who currently dominates the league. McHale's comments were triggered by recent debates questioning Bird's potential in modern basketball. His assertions reflect a strong belief in Bird's skill set adapting seamlessly to today's game.
- •McHale believes Bird would be stronger and faster than Doncic.
- •McHale cited current players’ struggles to guard Doncic as context.
- •The discussion reflects ongoing debates about player comparisons across eras.
- 6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin McHale says Larry Bird would be a star in 2026: He is bigger, stronger, faster and meaner than Luka Doncic
"Kevin McHale says Larry Bird would be a star in 2026: He is bigger, stronger, faster and meaner than Luka Doncic
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