In 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 …
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Magic Johnson’s Final Farewell: The End Of A Legendary NBA Career
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn May 14, 1996, basketball fans witnessed the end of an era as Earvin “Magic” Johnson officially announced his retirement from the NBA—for the second time. After a brief comeback …
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Bronny James Shines In Breakout Performance, Makes Lakers History
by Len Werleby Len WerleBronny James, the rookie guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, delivered a standout performance in last night’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks, showcasing his potential as a valuable piece in …
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Larry Johnson Names His All-Time Starting Five, Surprisingly Puts Big O At Small Forward
Naming an all-time starting five is one common scenario in the NBA community. It’s a conversation that will have people talking, and every now and then, it gets a little …
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29 Years Ago Today, Magic Johnson Came Out Of Retirement
by Len Werleby Len WerleA physical before the 1991–92 NBA season, revealed that Magic Johnson was HIV positive. In a press conference following the sudden diagnosis, Magic revealed that he would retire immediately. Despite his retirement, …
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Magic Johnson Wants Jimmy Butler On The Los Angeles Lakers: “With LeBron, You Got To Put Out The Best Team”
Jimmy Butler’s trade saga was heating up, and it felt increasingly likely for him to be in a new uniform before this season’s trade deadline. Then, Heat president Pat Riley …
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Magic Johnson Says The Absence Of Real Rivalries Is What’s Hurting NBA Ratings
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn a recent appearance on FS1’s “Speak,” basketball legend Magic Johnson voiced a controversial opinion: the NBA’s declining TV ratings are due to the lack of genuine rivalries among players …
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43-Year Old Wilt Chamberlain Destroyed Magic In A Pick-Up Game & Blocked All Of His Shots
by Len Werleby Len WerleWilt Chamberlain utterly dominated the league for 14 years. Over the course of his NBA career, he played for three teams including the Los Angeles Lakers, where he spent the …
