Joyous fans take Garden party to streets Jun 18, 2008
Outside the TD Banknorth Garden, fans mobbed a golden mockup of the Larry O'Brien championship trophy, dancing and running through the streets in merry and sometimes raucous abandon. The Celtics were back on top, and the city was out in force to celebrate their win over the Lakers and the restoration of a dynasty. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Final answer despite Finals: Celtics' Pierce not on Team USA Jun 18, 2008
Outside TD Banknorth Garden during the Finals has been a giant replica of the Larry O'Brien Trophy, part of an NBA display. In Los Angeles, the NBA had to repair the replica mammoth trophy and its displays because of wind damage. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Game 5 recap: Lakers avoid elimination Jun 17, 2008
And after being in position to win a championship for the first time in 22 years late last night, the Larry O'Brien Trophy slipped out of the Celtics' hands and left them hoping to celebrate back in Boston now. Despite a 38-point effort from Paul Pierce, the Celtics lost, 103-98, to the Lakers in Game 5 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center. (Boston Globe)
Celtics remain mindful of a missed opportunity Jun 17, 2008
As the series, the Champagne and the Larry O'Brien trophy shifted time zones on Monday, the Lakers clung to the one-game-at-a-time mantra. But they did not ignore the hard reality of trying to win twice in Boston, where the Celtics are 12-1 in the playoffs. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Lakers Must Make History To Win Title Jun 17, 2008
The Larry O'Brien Trophy, given each year to the league's top team, was nearly Boston's. At one point, it appeared to be on its way to the floor for an awards ceremony now on hold. (Click2Houston, TX)
Allen tends to family matter Jun 16, 2008
"Tickets on saleThe Celtics announced a limited number of tickets for Games 6 and 7 will go on sale today at 11 a.m. There is a two-ticket limit per customer and seats start at $30.Fans can purchase the tickets by visiting , calling 1-800-4NBA-TIX, or visiting the TD Banknorth Garden Box Office or Ticketmaster. Random number distribution will begin at approximately 10 a.m. at the Garden box office for fans choosing to purchase there.It's go timeThe Celtics, who were twice pushed to seven games,... (Boston Globe)
Pierce's effort goes unrewarded Jun 16, 2008
"Pierce deserved better. He deserved to be wrapped around the Larry O'Brien Trophy. He deserved to have his name announced as Finals MVP, as he vanquished the team he'd grown up rooting for, but all that will have to wait. Regardless of the result last night, it was a heroic performance by Pierce.With Garnett in foul trouble and Ray Allen shooting 4 of 13 and fouling out, Pierce carried the Celtics, scoring 38 points (on 10-of-22 shooting), dishing out 8 assists, and grabbing 6 rebounds, while... (Boston Globe)
Comeback story Jun 13, 2008
No Larry O'Brien championship trophy. No NBA title hats or T-shirts. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Pierce would love Hollywood ending Jun 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES - An emotional Paul Pierce is standing at the middle of the Staples Center floor holding the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy over his head. While most of the disappointed Lakers fans already have left the arena, the family and friends of the boy from nearby Inglewood, and the rest of the Celtics fans in attendance, are cheering loudly to congratulate him. (Boston Globe)
Home success a Laker staple Jun 10, 2008
Lakers legend Jerry West had the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy in hand when he arrived at Los Angeles International Airport yesterday. Randy Auerbach, daughter of Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach, who lives in Los Angeles, is expected to attend tonight's game. (Boston Globe)
Kevin can't wait Jun 7, 2008
The Larry O'Brien Trophy is right in front of Kevin Garnett. Can he finally take it. (CBS News)
SIGHTINGS: Celebs, athletes aplenty Jun 6, 2008
Inside the arena, Celtics personnel draped a white T-shirt over each seat, emblazoned with the words "Gotta Beat LA." Outside, beneath a giant gold likeness of the Larry O'Brien Trophy, green-clad fans screamed "BEAT L.A.!" while a vendor twisted green balloons into the shape of shamrocks. "Oh, it's all Celtics around town," said Phil Dooley of North Billerica, Mass. (USA Today -- Sports)
Celtics happy in their work Jun 3, 2008
Celtics legend John Havlicek will be on hand tomorrow at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to greet the arrival of the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Christopher L. Gasper can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Who gets the rock? Jun 2, 2008
Check the names on the most recent Larry O'Brien trophies. The Spurs had Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili, the Heat had Dwyane Wade, the Lakers, Kobe. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Lakers downplay rivalry Jun 2, 2008
But there was the angular 62-year-old Los Angles Lakers coach smiling broadly for a network camera crew while clutching the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy that depicts a basketball about to descend through a hoop. Yes, the NBA's championship hardware. (USA Today -- Sports)
Celtics have been going long May 18, 2008
Sure, that's far from the conventional way to get the coveted Larry O'Brien Trophy. But as long as the Celtics win a title, coach Doc Rivers wouldn't mind the lengthy road. (Boston Globe)
Boston Celtics' mystique still carries weight, says The Plain Dealer's Bill Livingston May 6, 2008
Larry O'Brien was the commissioner then. His job was to use his political connections to get the basketball leagues merger through Congress, not to make Red play fair. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
In Boston, diamond was full of sparkle Apr 9, 2008
Chief John Bucyk carried the Stanley Cup, Danny Ainge carted the Larry O'Brien Trophy, Bruschi held one of the Lombardi Trophies, and "the Mechanic" shared the World Series trophy with Dave McCarty. According to Red Sox research, it was the first time the four trophies were in one location simultaneously. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
It's a case of tunnel vision for Posey Apr 5, 2008
Posey hoisted the Larry O'Brien trophy with Shaquille O'Neal and Dwyane Wade in Miami in 2006. The year before that, he helped turn the Memphis Grizzlies from a perennial doormat into one of the Western Conference's top eight. (Boston Globe)
Early awards show: Who's the MVP? Mar 29, 2008
Not only have the Celtics become a championship contender in less than eight months, they've morphed into the league's most feared defensive crew (a la Detroit in 2004 when they rode the Rasheed Wallace trade to the Larry O'Brien trophy). Rivers is the guy who's had to make sure all of this came off without any glitches. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hawks win doubleheader, including first replay since '83 Mar 9, 2008
" NBA commissioner David Stern ruled the Hawks were "grossly negligent" in their stat-keeping during the December game, and also fined the team $50,000. Atlanta officials said it was an honest mistake and thought the league was too harsh in its punishment. The protest was the first granted by the NBA since December 1982, when then-commissioner Larry O'Brien upheld a request for a replay by the San Antonio Spurs after their 137-132 double-overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The teams finally... (USA Today -- Sports)
Hawks win replay with Heat Mar 9, 2008
The protest was the first granted by the NBA since December 1982, when then-commissioner Larry O'Brien upheld a request for a replay by the after their 137-132 double-overtime loss to the. The teams finally finished the game in April 1983, with San Antonio winning 117-114. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Brown lured by shot at NBA title Mar 2, 2008
"My dream always has been to touch that Larry O'Brien trophy (after winning a championship)," Brown said. "There were other teams and organizations, and I don't want to name who they are, but they were all great people and great organizations. But unfortunately, I could only pick one out of that bunch.". (Nola.com -- Sports)
P.J. Brown joins C's Feb 28, 2008
"The final thing that kept me from closing the door was wanting to be a champion. I've had a dream to always want to touch that Larry O'Brien trophy," he said. "There are rare moments and opportunities that come in the league where you have a chance ultimately to be a champion. I think this team gives me that chance.". (ESPN -- Golf News)
Celtics sign veteran P.J. Brown for stretch run Feb 28, 2008
I've had a dream to always want to touch that Larry O'Brien trophy, he said. There are rare moments and opportunities that come in the league where you have a chance ultimately to be a champion. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Things to watch in the NBA's second half Feb 19, 2008
As pro basketball fans in Phoenix, Dallas and other cities have witnessed to their dismay, they don't award the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy until June. For the next four months, Boston boosters are well-advised to hold off planning coronation ceremonies and ticker-tape parades. (USA Today -- Sports)
Adande: It's all about the game Feb 18, 2008
" So what happened? Sports happened. We should know by now that all it takes to restore faith and interest in a league is to play games. Make that, play games on relevant networks (two points lost on the NHL). Bring out the balls, blow the whistle and the problems go away. Baseball has survived steroids. The NFL has survived steroids, Spygate and more criminal acts than a season's worth of "Law " episodes. All they had to do was keep playing and wait for the emergence of a dominant team or two.... (ESPN -- Golf News)
No longer a pall over Pierce Jan 13, 2008
The last time a protest was upheld was in 1982 by Stern's predecessor, the late Larry O'Brien. Stern also fined the Hawks $50,000 for incorrectly giving Shaquille O'Neal an extra foul, resulting in him having to leave the game. (Boston Globe)
NBA fines Hawks, grants Heat a do-over Jan 12, 2008
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Hawks to replay game with Heat Jan 12, 2008
The protest is the first granted by the NBA since December 1982, when then-NBA commissioner Larry O'Brien upheld a request for a replay by the after their 137-132 double-overtime loss to the the previous month. The Spurs and Lakers finished the game in April 1983, with San Antonio winning 117-114. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Stunner: Hawks' win invalidated Jan 12, 2008
The last time the NBA ordered a game to be replayed was Dec. 14, 1982, when then-commissioner Larry O'Brien upheld a protest by the San Antonio Spurs in their 137-132 double overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Nov. 30 of that year. The teams replayed the finish, and the Spurs won 117-114. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Here's to Suns turning 40 Jan 1, 2008
The team started playing - seemingly out of nowhere - in 1968 and has been one of the most successful franchises in the NBA - with the exception of one thing, and you know what's missing without us even saying "Larry O'Brien.". Anyway, to mark the occasion, The Heat Index has compiled our Suns 40th Anniversary Team. (AZCentral -- Sports)
4.9% tax hike 'a little off zero' Dec 16, 2007
Mayor Larry O'Brien declared the election promise that swept him to victory last year -- four years of property tax freezes -- was dead last night after city council approved the 2008 budget with a 4 ... "Mayor Larry O'Brien at the 2008 budget deliberations Wednesday.Mike Carroccetto, The Ottawa Citizen Font:The tax increase is the largest in the municipality since amalgamation in 2000. Several councillors have been telling the mayor for months that tax freezes would be irresponsible,... (Canada.com)
Celtics are making it look easy Nov 24, 2007
"It's kind of like a Perfect Storm. Twenty points a game, All-Star Games, Team USAs - they've had all that. Getting their hands on the Larry O'Brien Trophy is what they want. When I won my first championship in 2000, Kevin said to me, 'What do you want to do now?' That was seven years ago. Imagine how hungry he is now.". It's not even December. (Boston Globe)
Ottawa mayor, city manager face off over tax freeze Nov 16, 2007
As city manager Kent Kirkpatrick distributed an ominous draft of the 2008 budget to city council Wednesday, he slammed a report distributed by Mayor Larry O'Brien thatpromised a far rosier scenario through "smart management." ... CBC-TV's Lucy van Oldenbarneveld interviews Mayor Larry O'Brien (Runs: 4:34). (CBC Ottawa)
Stern dumps rule Oct 29, 2007
We are not sure when we will see him again unless there is a Larry O'Brien Trophy to be handed out in June. In that case, it seems like Suns fans would consider him to be a skunk at a wedding, especially after the decision he made last week. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Wade's rehab stays on schedule Oct 17, 2007
For example, last summer his schedule was filled with national appearances and various poses with the Larry O'Brien Trophy. This summer Wade's schedule was filled with appearances on behalf of his foundation. (The Palm Beach Post)
The Karma of Seattle Jul 11, 2007
The team that went on to procure the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy those two years, the Houston Rockets, couldn t defeat the Sonics if their lives depended on it. The Sonics owned the Rockets like Spacey did Pitt in the film Seven, going 6-2 in that two-year span. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Spurs a hit on court, but not on TV Jun 17, 2007
Saturday, June 16, 2007. Despite winning its fourth NBA title, San Antonio lacks star quality. (News & Observer -- Sports)
San Antonio claims fourth title by sweeping Cavaliers Jun 16, 2007
team for the ages, commissioner David Stern said before handing over the Larry O'Brien trophy to Spurs owner Peter Holt. MVP Tony Parker scored 24 points and Manu Ginobili had 27 13 in the fourth quarter. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
FOUR-GETTABLESpurs sweep for 4th title since 1999 Jun 15, 2007
" They didn't want to hear much about being the next dynasty, despite David Stern's proclamation that they had entered the "Pantheon of great teams in NBA history" before the commissioner handed them the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, more curmudgeon than campaigner after the Spurs took a 3-0 series lead, killed all the dynasty talk before Game 4 was even played, calling it "psychobabble. " "When I think of dynasties, two come to my mind real quick -- UCLA and Bill Russell,"... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Windhorst: Loss lesson for LeBron Jun 15, 2007
To make room for James in his arms, Duncan had to hand off the polished and shiny Larry O'Brien Trophy he was holding. Just like that, a championship passed James by. (ESPN -- Golf News)
A Spur lock: San Antonio sweeps to fourth NBA crown Jun 15, 2007
The Spurs' Tim Duncan, left, and Tony Parker pose with the Larry O'Brien and MVP trophies respectively. Parker became the first European player to win the Finals MVP as he led the Spurs to a sweep of the Cavaliers and their third championship in five years. (USA Today -- Sports)
Duncan the central cog to each Spurs crown Jun 15, 2007
Tim Duncan and LeBron James embrace in the glow of Duncan's fourth Larry O'Brien Trophy in nine seasons. Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today -- Sports)
Spurs win fourth NBA title since 1999 Jun 15, 2007
carried the Larry O'Brien trophy, one he had cradled before. wrapped in France's flag, squeezed an MVP award he richly deserved. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Basketball Dynasty Is Spelled S-P-U-R-S Jun 15, 2007
"A team for the ages," commissioner David Stern said before handing over the Larry O'Brien trophy to Spurs owner Peter Holt. MVP Tony Parker scored 24 points and Manu Ginobili had 27 13 in the fourth quarter as the Spurs held off a frantic rally by James and the Cavaliers, who were overmatched from the start in their first every visit to the finals. (CBS News -- US)
Spurs won't talk dynasty Jun 14, 2007
Getting their hands on a fourth Larry O'Brien Trophy would also put the Spurs with the Celtics (16), Lakers (14) and Bulls (six) as the only teams to win four titles in league history. Los Angeles' three straight titles from 2000-02 are sandwiched by the Spurs, who also won it all in 2005. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Spurs Shoot for Bland Dynasty Jun 14, 2007
Getting their hands on a fourth Larry O'Brien Trophy would also put the Spurs with the Celtics (16), Lakers (14) and Bulls (6) as the only teams to win four titles. Los Angeles' three straight championships from 2000-02 are sandwiched by the Spurs, who also won it all in 2005. (The Ledger)
Spurs continue to champion their cause Jun 13, 2007
Hours later, they flocked to a 40-foot replica of the Larry O'Brien Trophy, circling it in curious pre-game amazement outside the arena. The city was ready, understandably, having never hosted a Finals game in the Cavaliers' 37-year existence and having never won a pro championship of any type since the Browns won the 1964 NFL title. (Los Angeles Times)
Column: Jim Litke, AP Sports Writer, June 4 Jun 5, 2007
Otherwise, this will be remembered as the NBA finals that he got close enough to see his reflection in the Larry O'Brien Trophy and not much else. Advertisement. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
LeBron set for The Show Jun 5, 2007
Otherwise, this will be remembered as the NBA Finals that he got close enough to see his reflection in the Larry O'Brien Trophy - and not much else. It's easy to forget how tricky it can be for even the brightest young star to trace a learning curve that reaches the top without a single dip, maybe because Miami's Dwyane Wade did it only last year. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hoopla surrounding final won't faze Senators May 26, 2007
While Ottawa Mayor Larry O'Brien organized a downtown lunch-hour pep rally yesterday, with 15,000 Senators fanatics on hand, the players were more concerned with getting ready for Monday's Stanley Cup final opener. Senators GM John Muckler toyed with the idea of asking the players if they wanted to attend the rally, but he decided against it because there's plenty of on-ice work to do. (Edmonton Sun)
Spotting 14 names bubbling in lottery May 19, 2007
While the league's final four teams prepare to battle it out for the right to compete for the ultimate prize (the Larry O'Brien trophy), fourteen other teams are prepared to wage a similar competition for the league's second most coveted trophy of the postseason: the No. 1 pick in the June 28 draft. RELATED STORIES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The NBA playoffs have been 'Unbelievable!' May 18, 2007
Larry O'Brien Trophy: Has it gone up in a puff of smoke right before our eyes or can the Suns pull a rabbit out of their hat. The 2009 All-Star Game: Hey, why don't we just tell Stern to make that disappear. (AZCentral -- Sports)
NBA eyes Suns prize: Trophy Guy May 11, 2007
The costumed personification of the league's Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy made his debut for the Suns in March. He has since appeared in television commercials that show him walking around U.S. Airways Center with a real estate agent ("I move around a lot") and discussing with a therapist his need to be held ("I just don't know where I'm going."). (AZCentral -- Sports)
Nowitzki may be MVP Apr 21, 2007
Still, it's that other trophy, the Larry O'Brien Trophy given annually to the league's top team at the end of the playoffs, and the pursuit of it that's kept Nowitzki mesmerized throughout this season. The Mavericks begin defense of their Western Conference title Sunday afternoon against Golden State in the first round of the playoffs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Playoffs finally arrive for Suns Apr 21, 2007
There are Larry O'Brien Trophies in coach Mike D'Antoni's eyes - literally in the eyes of D'Antoni's image on a Washington Street billboard that greets players as they drive to work. advertisement. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Grief exported around the world Apr 19, 2007
Do you think Larry O'Brien will achieve his goal of making Ottawa the best city to live in by the end of his term in 2010. Yes. (Canoe.ca)
Point guard still No. 1 position Mar 11, 2007
And while every team from here to Seattle is searching for that Shaquille O'Neal-clone to lead them to the Larry O'Brien trophy, it's far more likely that they'll get their hands on a game-changing point guard before they locate a transcendent big man. So while the rest of the world continues its search, we decided to quiz a few people who should know about what makes a great point guard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
AT THE GARDEN: Light shines on memories of DJ Mar 1, 2007
The video, set to the tune of Green Day's "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)," evoked memories of a by-gone era when fans cheered for wins instead of losses, playoffs instead of potential, and when the trophy they hoped to acquire at season's end was named Larry O'Brien and not Greg Oden. And during the video, no single highlight was cheered more than the clip from Game 5 of the 1987 Eastern Conference Finals, when Larry Bird stole Isiah Thomas' inbounds pass under the Boston basket and fed it... (The Standard-Times, MA)
Nash aiming for Feb. 20 return Feb 14, 2007
Andrew Bagnato AP Sports Writer Feb. 13, 2007 04:28 PM. PHOENIX - Steve Nash hopes to return to the line-up when the Phoenix Suns visit the Los Angeles Clippers Feb. 20, their first game after the NBA All-Star break. (AZCentral -- Sports)
NBA All-Star Game Feb 11, 2007
On Feb. 1, 1984, he succeeded Larry O'Brien as commissioner, and today, at age 64, he shows no signs of slowing down. "I enjoy what I do," he said. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Lely High Band hosts Glenn Miller Orchestra Jan 12, 2007
The 2-hour professional concert will not only give listeners the opportunity to support the Lely High School Band but also hear music played like no other band led by musical director Larry O'Brien. From Marco Island take Collier Blvd and turn left at U.S. 41. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
