Red Claws Unveil Larry Bird Bobblehead
January 24, 2011 - NBA G League (G League)
Maine Celtics News Release
PORTLAND, ME - The Maine Red Claws, presented by Quirk Chevrolet, today unveiled the Larry Bird bobblehead that will be distributed at the March 18 game to honor the Boston Celtics legend. The first 1,000 fans through the turnstiles will receive the collectible.
"Larry Bird left an indelible mark on the Boston Celtics, the NBA and basketball as a whole," said Red Claws President and General Manager Jon Jennings, who was an assistant coach for the Celtics when Bird was a player. "We are thrilled that Larry allowed us to produce this limited edition collectible, and we know that Red Claws fans will be proud to add it to their memorabilia collections."
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