2.06.2009

Robey Unsung, But Not Unappreciated

1981-82 Boston Celtics

No one appreciates the help he has at center more than Larry Bird. In Robert Parish, he has an intimidator whom he can funnel to the middle. In Rick Robey, he has a bruiser who has given a new definition to the expression "bump and run."

"I like to play with both," said the Celtics' star forward.

Parish's best weapon is his leaping ability that enables him to launch a mile-high jump shot or grab a valuable rebound. Robey is a meat and potatoes man, who makes up for what he may lack in finesse with bruising strength, with the emphasis more on the bruise. Some say he sets the meanest pick in the NBA.

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