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{OFFICIAL} Garry Bird appreciation thread

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by ThatBoyNick, Feb 9, 2023.

  1. ThatBoyNick

    ThatBoyNick Member

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    It's an honor to do your thread, sir

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  2. Roomba

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    Thanks for the random 6 game winning streak in 2022, Garry

    seems like a cool dude and definitely someone who tries his best.

    Also thanks for clearing out some time so we can develop our younger players.
     
  3. jayhow92

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    Good for him for getting back into the league and getting a contract. Maybe he’ll start hitting easy 3s again
     
  4. DrNuegebauer

    DrNuegebauer Member

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    Remember that time he had an insane hot streak and some clutchfans members were asking what his potential ceiling might be?? (he was way over it)
     
  5. coachbadlee

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    Peace out Matthews. Say hi to Gary for me.
     
  6. javal_lon

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    Local YMCAs will never be the same
     
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  7. KingCheetah

    KingCheetah Atomic Playboy
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    Garry Indiana Bird... Missing U
     
  8. JW86

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    Tnx Gary, won't miss you though!
     
  9. kingkingston

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    Thanks for the horrible shot selection
     
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  10. HP3

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    Please dont become a cop.
     
  11. pmac

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    I think he'll play better on a team where he can just take wide open shots.

    I actually think this is a decent trade for both sides.
     
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  12. DaDakota

    DaDakota Balance wins
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    He did his job as 10-11th man - nice player - nothing special, glad he got a guaranteed NBA deal here.

    DD
     
  13. Hank McDowell

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    Moonshine 4 life...
     
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  14. DreamShook

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    When Gary had his Jerry Lin moment for like 48 hours.. got MVP chants for locking up Harden... what a time to be alive!

    I loved Gary playing defense with his face and turning a routine defensive assignment into a Super Bowl saving tackle.

    if it wasn't for Silas going full Gary I would have a higher appreciation for him.

    ngl, gonna miss Gary coming off a screen with only one option:

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  15. boomboom

    boomboom I GOT '99 PROBLEMS

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    So sad. He was like the white Jason Williams. But without the passing. And shooting. And assists. And highlights.
     
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  16. Fulgore

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    Larry Bird should be offended
     
  17. kubli9

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    Gary Legend
     
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  18. groovemachine

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    Gary Penguin, thanks for at least getting into a few fights, he’s one of the few guys who wouldn’t get punked
     
  19. YaoMac09

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    Long live the Black Rip Hamilton
     
  20. kubli9

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    It’s because he’s white. ;)
     
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