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Larry Bird's high praise for Ricky Rubio resurfaces
Original: Larry Bird believed Ricky Rubio could bring back NBA's golden age: "One of the best passers I've ever seen"
Larry Bird once said Ricky Rubio was one of the best passers he had ever seen and believed the Spanish point guard could help restore the NBA's golden age of showtime basketball. The quote from the Boston Celtics legend is drawing fresh attention as fans revisit Rubio's career and his old-school, pass-first style of play.
Why now: Basketball fans are revisiting Bird's glowing assessment of Rubio amid renewed discussion of his career and playing style.
Larry BirdRicky RubioNBABoston Celtics
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- Larry Bird believed Ricky Rubio could bring back NBA's golden age: "One of the best passers I've ever seen" · Yahoo Sports
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