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Born in Hobart, Indiana, on a summer day in 1969, Bird's journey began humbly. Visiting his aunt's house as a child, he shot hoops with local kids, and after sinking his first basket, he was hooked. A meteoric rise from a 6'1" freshman to a 6'7" senior, Bird demonstrated a versatility rarely seen in basketball, excelling in all five positions on the court. His flair for stretching outside the paint became a hallmark of his game even before efficiency was a considered aspect of strategy.