In his own words, "I am the guy who is going to hit the shot." Ever the brash trash talker who could almost always manage to back it up, even against the longest of odds, Bird was not shy about telling you what he was about to do -- and then doing it,

Michael Jordan and Larry Bird significantly contributed to the NBA's growth, each with their unique strengths. The five-time MVP was renowned for his exceptional scoring ability, while Larry Legend was known for his multifaceted ways to make a game-winning impact.

Hall of Fame pitcher Lee Smith shares his unexpected reason for preferring to play alongside Michael Jordan over Larry Bird.