Author Keith O’Brien reveals insights into Larry Bird’s career, exploring how his race shaped media coverage and why players ...

A new book traces how the Hall of Famer overcame humble beginnings in Indiana to take his place among basketball’s greatest players ...

“Heartland” by Keith O’Brien tells the story of Larry Bird and his amazing rise to college basketball superstar at Indiana State University. O’Brien will give a presentation on the book and his other ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Award-winning author Keith O’Brien will release his new book, “Heartland,” on March 3, chronicling the early life and origin story of basketball legend Larry Bird. O’Brien is ...

Author Keith O’Brien discusses his new book Heartland, which tells the remarkable story of Larry Bird’s rise and the historic 1979 NCAA championship.

Grew up in the town of French Lick, Indiana. Nicknamed the “Hick from French Lick” and “Larry Legend.” Wore the number 33 on his basketball jersey in high school, college and with the Boston Celtics.

The torrid Celtics’ weekend wipeout of the Lakers has brought a sense of swagger to the team that Larry Bird once led to ...

Hall of Fame forward Larry Bird was one of the best sharpshooters in NBA history before the 3-point shot became as prevalent as it is in today's game. The Boston Celtics great is a three-time NBA ...

I just loved that story of that summer that Bird ...