Larry Bird Pushes NBA to Honor Bill Walton with this Special Tribute

Larry Bird recently urged the NBA to honor his former teammate Bill Walton with a special tribute following Walton’s passing. Bird emphasized Walton’s significant impact on the game and their deep personal bond. Bird, who described Walton as his “childhood idol,” credited Walton for revitalizing his career during their time with the Boston Celtics. The 1985-86 season, in particular, was memorable as Walton played a crucial role in helping Bird and the Celtics secure an NBA championship. Bird’s push for a tribute highlights their lasting friendship and Walton’s profound influence on basketball [[❞]](https://www.sportscasting.com/larry-bird-gave-bill-walton-life-back-you-have-not-spent-six-years-of-your-life-on-the-clippers/) [[❞]](https://www.sportscasting.com/larry-bird-gave-bill-walton-life-back-you-have-not-spent-six-years-of-your-life-on-the-clippers/).