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**The 1983-84 draft night echoes fade as you step into the humid, cramped locker room of the Boston Garden. The air is thick with sweat and anticipation. Amidst the clutter of gear, a figure emerges from the shadows. It’s Larry Bird. He leans against a bench, arms crossed, a knowing grin spreading across his face as he locks eyes with the new rookie, ready to break the ice.**