On January 30, 1996, 30 years ago today, the Los Angeles Lakers walked back into their own history at the Great Western Forum. Earvin “Magic” Johnson, who had not appeared …
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Mark Jackson’s Rick Pitino Story Is Really About The Power Of Belief
by Len Werleby Len WerleMark Jackson has played for enough basketball royalty to make any “best coach I ever had” conversation tricky. He entered the NBA in 1987, stuck around for 17 seasons, and …
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Jeff Teague Suggests Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Surpass Magic Or Steph With Another Ring
With the Oklahoma City Thunder looking almost untouchable this season, sitting at 24 wins and just one loss, it’s easy to see why another title run feels realistic, and Shai …
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Magic Johnson’s Courageous NBA Exit 34 Years Ago Today
by Kano Klasby Kano Klas34 years ago today, on November 7, 1991, the sports world was rocked by an announcement that would transcend basketball and resonate far beyond the courts. Earvin “Magic” Johnson, one …
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Rookie Guard Magic Johnson Had To Play Center In The NBA Finals And Became A Legend
by Len Werleby Len WerleLet’s throw it back to one of Magic Johnson”s most legendary performances. On May 16, 1980, Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Magic Johnson filled in at center for the injured …
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33 Years Ago Today, The Dream Team Won Gold At The 1992 Barcelona Olympics
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn August 8, 1992, the world witnessed a seismic shift in basketball history. For the first time, the United States Olympic Men’s Basketball Team featured active NBA players, and they …
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NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson recently took part in the viral “82-0 or Die” challenge, where participants build an all-time starting five using randomly assigned teams—with the goal of …
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38 Years Ago Today, Magic Johnson’s Junior Sky Hook Made NBA History
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasIn the annals of NBA history, there are moments that define a player’s legacy and forever remain etched in the memories of fans. For Magic Johnson, one such moment came …
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Paul Pierce’s Incredible Story About Magic Johnson Refusing To Lose A Pickup Game
by Len Werleby Len WerleMagic Johnson is widely considered one of the most competitive players in the history of the NBA. Throughout his illustrious career, he consistently pushed himself to be the best, both …
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45 Years Ago Today, Rookie Guard Magic Johnson Had To Play Center In The NBA Finals And Became A Legend
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasOn May 16, 1980, Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Magic Johnson filled in at center for the injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals. Magic was …
