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NBA legend Magic Johnson knows exactly what made the difference for the Los Angeles Lakers in their Game 1 win over the Golden State Warriors. Defense. According to Johnson, the Lakers’ ability to make key stops allowed them to edge the Warriors in crunch time and eventually take the 117-112 win. “The key to last […]

After the Golden State Warriors secured their ticket to the second round of the NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers, Magic Johnson predicted that the showdown will result to “sky high” TV ratings. Sure enough, the LA icon couldn’t be more right. The Warriors and Lakers played Game 1 of their series on Tuesday, […]

Known for often pointing out the obvious on Twitter, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has some thoughts about the Phoenix Suns’ struggles against the Denver Nuggets. Johnson doesn’t believe that the Suns can come back from their 2-0 series deficit against the Nuggets without changing the pace at which they’ve played during the second […]

NBA media is enthralled with the storylines surrounding Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and the historical matchup that is about to take place between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs. Ahead of Game 1 Tuesday, Snoop Dogg was on First Take with Stephen A. Smith […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson didn’t hide his excitement after the Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings and set up a second-round NBA Playoffs series with the Los Angeles Lakers. Johnson predicts big things for the highly anticipated affair between the two franchises with some of the biggest fanbases. The showdown already has the makings […]

After watching Stephen Curry’s greatness in Game 7 versus the Sacramento Kings, veteran sports commentator Stephen A. Smith is convinced that the Golden State Warriors star is not only the best “Stephen” in the world. For him, Chef Curry also now has a case as the greatest point guard in NBA history, even better than […]

After the Golden State Warriors took down the Sacramento Kings on the road in Game 5, NBA legend Magic Johnson boldly claimed that the series was over for Sac-Town. With the Kings ruining his prediction and beating the Warriors in Game 6 to force a Game 7, however, Johnson changed his mind on his pick. […]

After the Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings in Game 5 at Golden 1 Center, NBA legend Magic Johnson expressed his belief that it’s over for De’Aaron Fox and co. The Warriors took care of business on the road behind big performances from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, and Andrew Wiggins. The foursome […]

Magic Johnson is a bit disappointed with the Los Angeles Lakers’ performance in Game 5 against the Memphis Grizzlies, but the NBA legend is opting to look at the positive side. The Grizzlies dismantled the Lakers on Wednesday, 116-99, with Ja Morant and Desmond Bane combining for 64 points to take the victory. It didn’t […]

Back in the day, Magic Johnson was one of the biggest superstars in the NBA. As part of the Los Angeles Lakers Showtime era, Johnson won five NBA championships and five Finals MVPs. Moreover, he was also named NBA MVP three times. With the 12-time All-Star’s legacy on the hardwood, have you ever wondered how […]

The Houston Rockets are hiring former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka, and NBA legend Magic Johnson took to Twitter to express his happiness for Udoka getting the job. “I reached out to Ime Udoka to say congratulations on accepting the Rockets head coaching job! Houston is getting a championship-caliber coach,” Magic Johnson said on […]

To say that Anthony Davis had a forgettable evening in Game 2 against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday would be a complete understatement at this point. However, we can’t really put all the blame on him. Darvin Ham, as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, needs to take responsibility for being out-maneuvered by […]

There are still a few hoops for prospective Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris to jump through before the team is officially his and out of Daniel Snyder’s hands. But assuming those checkpoints are routinely cleared, fans already know how the $6 billion pie will be divided, via NBC Sports’ Mike Florio. Harris’ slice will obviously be […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson doesn’t see anyone beating LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the West if they keep playing the way they did in Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers erased the Grizzlies’ homecourt advantage in the opener as they took down Memphis 128-112. While some would argue that the […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson couldn’t help but get hyped for the playoffs after watching the intense Play-In battle between the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls on Friday. The Heat and Bulls played an intense back-and-forth before Miami pulled away with a 15-1 run to close the game. Jimmy Butler and co. secured the 102-91 win, […]

Dan Snyder has reached an agreement in principle to sell the Washington Commanders for $6.05 billion to a group led by Philadelphia 76ers co-owner Josh Harris, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Harris group includes billionaire Mitchell Rales, as well as former NBA star Magic Johnson. While the sale is not signed, it […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson really likes the Los Angeles Sparks’ move to take Iowa Hawkeyes star Monika Czinano during Monday’s WNBA Draft. The Sparks selected Czinano with the 26th overall pick in the third round of the draft, giving them one of the best post players from the collegiate level. Johnson expressed his […]

Magic Johnson might be one of the most decorated sports figures of all time. Of course, his career with the Los Angeles Lakers is already well-known. However, Magic is also a proud winner in the MLB, with his Los Angeles Dodgers winning a title in 2020. Now, he’s looking to add to his multi-sport trophy […]

Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers gave Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes hell in the finals of the women’s NCAA tournament championship game on Sunday. Reese came up huge for the Tigers, as she dropped a double-double of 15 points and 10 rebounds, leaving everyone, including Los Angeles Lakers great Magic Johnson amazed. “Congratulations […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has joined a group bidding for the Washington Commanders. The group is led by Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils owner Josh Harris, reports Sportico’s Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams. The news of Magic Johnson’s bidding comes after recent developments that Dan Snyder is planning to sell the team […]

There’s nothing more heartbreaking than losing one of your most cherished loved ones. On Thursday, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson honored his father, Earvin Johnson Sr., after he passed away at the age of 88. Posting a long message on his official Twitter account, Magic expressed just how much his father meant to him […]

Magic Johnson said he only talked trash once in his 13-year NBA career. He chose Michael Jordan as his lone target, and he immediately regretted it. The legendary tale happened in the summer of 1992 when both players were practicing for team USA in preparation for the Olympics. In one of their four initial scrimmages, […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have one of the most promising young cores in the NBA. They have been a surprise team this season in the mix for a play-in spot when they were fully expected to be at the bottom of the NBA standings and in the mix for the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. Much of […]

In what has become one of the hottest topics in the NBA today, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson entered the chat with a thoughtful and nuanced take that most have not taken. With the debate around load management raging, the Hall of Fame point guard appeared to deliver an assist to opponents of the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers reunited with D’Angelo Russell ahead of the NBA trade deadline, and Lakers legend Magic Johnson believes that Russell is a great fit for the current team, according to Bryan Kalbrosky of USA Today. “I think D’Angelo has really grown and matured,” Magic Johnson said via Kalbrosky. “He can score the basketball. […]

The 2023 NBA Draft isn’t even close, but one name has been talked about for a long time: Victor Wembanyama. The French star is undoubtedly the No. 1 prospect in this year’s draft, and while watching his film, it is clear that he is a once-in-a-lifetime player. Wembanyama is already making NBA teams drool, especially […]

To say that Philadelphia 76ers guard Mac McClung was impressive during Saturday night’s NBA Dunk Contest would be a complete understatement. The young Sixers stud put on an absolute show in what will definitely go down in history as one of the most impressive Dunk Contest performances in recent years. So much so, that even […]

Zion Williamson is a generational talent. The New Orleans Pelicans superstar is just 22 years old at the moment, but already, he’s established himself as one of the top players in the NBA. Basketball was always Zion’s destiny. Even as a young boy, Williamson already had dreams of making it big in the NBA one […]

Michael Jordan, who is considered the GOAT by many, turned 60 years old on Friday and it appears he celebrated in style. Magic Johnson hopped on Twitter after the birthday bash and shared some awesome photos and video of the event: Happy birthday to my brother, the legendary Michael Jordan! Michael’s wife Yvette threw him […]

Another win, another ridiculous stat for Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic. The reigning two-time league MVP powered his way through Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks at home for 14 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists to help Denver score a 118-109 victory over Luka Doncic and company. With that win, the Nuggets have […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson couldn’t hold back his emotions after the tragic Michigan State University shooting claimed plenty of lives and injured several others on Monday. The whole nation was rocked on Monday evening after reports emerged that there was an active shooter inside the Michigan State University campus. The suspect, who has yet to […]

Nikola Jokic came up big yet again for the Denver Nuggets on Saturday as they cruised to a 119-105 win over the Charlotte Hornets. The reigning back-to-back league MVP dropped a casual 30-point, 16-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in a type of performance that has pretty much become second nature for him. More importantly, though, the Nuggets […]

From one legend to another. Basketball Hall of Famer and former Los Angeles Lakers point guard Magic Johnson shared a message to LeBron James after the latter finally surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the No. 1 spot in the NBA’s all-time scoring list. “I never thought that Kareem’s scoring record would be broken by anybody but […]

Real recognizes real. Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson sounded off with a heartwarming message to Beyonce after her record-breaking win at the 2023 Grammy’s, which installed her as the winningest artist in the history of the event. “Congratulations to Beyoncé for breaking the Grammys recording for most Grammy victories of all time!! Incredible!,” Johnson […]

Magic Johnson thinks the Milwaukee Bucks have what it takes to win the 2022-23 championship, but aside from Giannis Antetokounmpo, he firmly believes Khris Middleton will be a big factor in their title aspirations. The Bucks obliterated the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, with Giannis leading the way as he exploded for 50 points on […]

It’s safe to say LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers weren’t all that heartened by the league office quickly copping to the referees’ obvious mistake at the end of regulation in Saturday’s overtime loss to the Boston Celtics. Magic Johnson, unsurprisingly, didn’t take kindly to the egregious no-call that likely cost his former team […]

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday, but it isn’t without any positives. For one, Trae Young had a big game that propelled him to history books. Young finished the game with 31 points, 10 assists, five rebounds and one steal. While he didn’t make a triple–and he didn’t attempt a […]

Ever since Trae Young arrived in the NBA, he’s quickly become one of the league’s elite point guards. On Wednesday during the Atlanta Hawks game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, he joined some elite company with his performance. Young finished with 33 points and 11 assists and he tied Magic Johnson for seventh most games […]

Magic Johnson admits Rui Hachimura needs to be more aggressive in order to thrive with the Los Angeles Lakers, but that doesn’t mean LA made the wrong decision to trade for him. On the contrary, Johnson believes Hachimura’s addition is going to give the Lakers a much-needed boost on both ends of the floor, citing […]