Description
Sports Illustrated Magazine – December 11, 1989 – Larry Bird Cover (No Label, VG Condition)
This vintage issue of Sports Illustrated, dated December 11, 1989, features Larry Bird on the cover—an emblem of basketball greatness during a transformative time for the Boston Celtics. This issue dives into the emotional state of the Celtics, the shifting power of the NBA, and much more.
The magazine is in very good condition, with minor edge wear, and comes in a clear protective plastic sleeve. Please see photos for condition reference.
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Table of Contents Highlights
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The Majik Show (p. 34)
Quarterback Don Majkowski and the Green Bay Packers work their magic once more, this time in a tight win over the Buccaneers
by Paul Zimmerman -
Leap to the West (p. 40)
Legendary gymnast Nadia Comaneci finds refuge in the U.S. after defecting from Romania
by William Oscar Johnson and Anita Verschoth -
Hub of Emotion (p. 42)
A bittersweet look at Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics, as they fight to recapture their former dominance
by Jack McCallum -
Home at Last (p. 50)
Auburn defeats bitter rival Alabama in their first-ever home Iron Bowl matchup
by Hank Hersch -
The Bluegrass Isn’t So Blue (p. 54)
Rick Pitino brings new energy to probation-stricken Kentucky basketball
by Curry Kirkpatrick -
Rich Man’s Game (p. 60)
Mark Langston and the astronomical rise of baseball salaries
by Peter Gammons -
Onward, Christian (p. 72)
Christian Okoye, the Kansas City Chiefs' powerhouse running back, is redefining toughness in the NFL
by Peter King -
How Much Is Too Much? (p. 80)
Tennis pros navigate the clash between traditional tours and big-money exhibition events
by Alexander Wolff -
The Face of the Future (p. 86)
A young Eric Lindros is already being hailed as hockey's next superstar
by Jay Greenberg -
Lord of the Rings (p. 104)
Al Davis, enigmatic Raiders owner, faces both team struggles and personal reflection
by Richard Hoffer
Why Collect This Issue?
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Larry Bird cover: A standout collectible for Celtics fans and NBA historians
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Diverse sports coverage: NFL, MLB, NCAA, gymnastics, NHL, and tennis stories
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Rich editorial and photography: Peak SI storytelling in the late '80s
A must-have issue for fans of Larry Bird, Celtics history, or serious sports collectors building their 1980s archive.