So, I’ve been wanting to get a pair of Larry Bird shorts for a while now. You know, the classic ones that scream basketball legend? I finally decided to go for it and started looking around to see what my options were.
First, I hit up the official Celtics store online. Figured that’d be the most straightforward place to find authentic gear. They had some cool Nike Swingman shorts, which looked pretty legit, but they weren’t exactly what I had in mind. I was after something a bit more… retro, I guess.
Next up, I checked out the Lids store. They had some Larry Bird stuff, but again, nothing that really caught my eye. It was all a bit too modern for my taste. I wanted something that looked like it could have been worn in the ’80s, you know?
After that, I browsed through some other official NBA retailers like Fanatics. They had a decent selection, but nothing that really screamed “Larry Legend” to me. I was starting to think maybe my dream of owning a pair of vintage Larry Bird shorts was just that—a dream.
But then I stumbled upon eBay. Of course, eBay! Why didn’t I think of that earlier? I typed in “Larry Bird shorts,” and boom! Tons of options popped up. I saw some vintage ones, some custom-made ones, even some that were autographed. It was like hitting the jackpot.
- Found some Mitchell & Ness ones, which looked pretty cool.
- Saw a few listings for 100% poly textured mesh shorts with a knit rib waistband. Those looked promising.
I scrolled through pages and pages of listings, comparing prices, and conditions, and trying to decide which ones were the right fit for me. It was a tough decision, but finally, I found a pair that I liked.
They were in great condition, the right size, and the price was reasonable. I clicked “Buy It Now” and waited for them to arrive. A few days later, they showed up at my door, and let me tell you, it was worth the wait. These shorts are awesome! They’re comfortable, they look great, and they make me feel like I’m ready to hit the court and dominate like Larry Legend himself.
So yeah, that’s the story of how I got my Larry Bird shorts. It took a bit of searching, but I’m so glad I didn’t give up. These shorts are definitely a slam dunk.
