He remained with the Nets through the 1987 - 88 season before ending his playing career with Boston in 1988 - 89 .
After playing four seasons with the Kings , Birdsong was traded to New Jersey in 1981 .
He remained with the New Jersey through the 1987 - 88 season before ending his playing career with Boston in 1988 - 89 .
After playing four seasons with the Kings , Birdsong was traded to New Jersey in 1981 .