Magic Johnson Articles - Page 31

During his illustrious NBA career, Hall of Famer Magic Johnson was the center of the Los Angeles Lakers–Boston Celtics rivalry. Since then, the two historic franchises have met just twice in the NBA Finals, both occurring nearly a decade ago. However, this is something that Johnson believes will happen again sometime in the near future. […]

Leading up to the 2017 NBA Draft, there was much made about the presence of LaVar Ball around his son Lonzo Ball once his NBA career begins. Despite all those questions, the Los Angeles Lakers selected Ball with the second overall pick without any hesitation. According to Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, any concerns that may […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rebuilding over the few season,s garnering their core pieces of the roster through the draft. One of these young players is forward Julius Randle, who has made solid improvements through his first three seasons in the league. With that in mind, team president Magic Johnson stated on Thursday that […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers showing an utter reluctance to involve second-year forward Brandon Ingram in any trade offer, it has placed an extremely high value on his importance to the team’s future and potential to develop into a star player in the league. This notion was only cemented on Thursday following the introductory press […]

Since being selected with the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers have thrust a tremendous weight of expectations upon the former UCLA product. With that in mind, former Lakers forward Metta World Peace has taken these huge aspirations through the roof during an interview on Monday morning with Colin […]

Since the Los Angeles Lakers pulled the trigger on a deal that sent young guard D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets last week, it has put the expectations that another deal could be in the works. Following the introduction of their second overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft in former UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball, […]

In wake of the decision last week to move guard D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets after two seasons, Magic Johnson, who is currently the Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations, made it clear that the former second overall pick didn’t reach the organization’s expectations as a leader. During his introductory press conference with […]

There’s nothing better than bringing on a hometown kid to a team that’s been struggling with the hopes that he’ll change the franchise around. The most recent example can be seen in the Cleveland Cavaliers trading LeBron James following their horrid 17-65 season in 2002-2003. It immediately panned out for the small market Cavaliers, who […]

Following a busy offseason and consequently busier NBA Draft, Los Angeles Lakers president Magic Johnson introduced his newest talent, Lonzo Ball, but not before taking a parting shot at D’Angelo Russell when talking about his trade. “I’m going to do what it takes to get the right players in here with the right mindset,” said […]

The hype around UCLA product Lonzo Ball just seems to be gaining more and more followers. The 19-year-old point guard who was selected second overall in the 2017 NBA Draft is entering the league with huge expectations. As everybody knows that his dad, LaVar Ball, has never shied away from saying that his son will dominate the league. Now, however, […]

Los Angeles Lakers point guard and second overall pick Lonzo Ball is drawing comparisons to a number of NBA legends. Many scouts saw a bit of Nets legend Jason Kidd in the UCLA guard due to his versatility, court vision, and all-around play at the point-guard spot. The hype around Lonzo is increasing each day, mainly […]

UCLA guard and the second pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, Lonzo Ball is coming into this league with some serious expectations. His father, LaVar Ball, has done a good job of hyping Lonzo up, albeit alongside numerous controversial storylines. However, behind all the controversial and possibly over-confident statements stands a player who people legitimately compare […]

The Los Angeles Lakers earlier this week made the decision to trade guard D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets after just two seasons with the team. During the introductory conference for their second overall pick in this year’s draft, team president Magic Johnson made it quite clear what the new management thought of Russell. Magic […]

The Indiana Pacers and the Los Angeles Lakers have been quick to pick up the phone and engage in trade talks for soon-to-be free agent forward Paul George, according to a dual report by ESPN’s Marc Stein and Ramona Shelburne. Teams like the L.A. Clippers, Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, and the Cleveland Cavaliers have inquired about […]

It has been a few months since Magic Johnson took over the duties as the Los Angeles Lakers‘ president of basketball operations. In a recent piece by Tania Ganguli of the LA Times, Jerry Buss‘ oldest son, Johnny Buss, revealed that his father had high aspirations for Johnson in a front office position for the […]

Back in February, the Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to name Magic Johnson the team president of basketball operations. It has immediately put him at the helm of control for the future of the roster. During a recent interview with Tania Ganguli of the LA Times, Jerry Buss‘ oldest son, Johnny Buss aired his past […]

When news broke out that Paul George has already informed the Indiana Pacers that he intends to become a free agent next summer, it did not come as a complete shock to many as it was already expected from him. What turned out to be a shocker was him directly saying that he prefers to […]

This NBA Draft could bring lots of opportunities for the Los Angeles Lakers, who once again have the No. 2 selection for the third straight year. Head coach Luke Walton is aware of the process of turning a young, talented team into a potential contender, but warned that despite the willingness for management to win […]

LeBron James is widely considered as one of the best, if not the best basketball player in the world today. His all-around brilliance on the court has drawn a lot of comparisons with some greats, including Magic Johnson. Many people see a lot of similarities in their games as they can score, pass, and defend […]

After Magic Johnson made a bold claim in saying that his Showtime Lakers can sweep this year’s Golden State Warriors, it was only a matter of time before the team’s players learn of it. Many were looking forward to the Warriors’ response, especially Draymond Green‘s, who has always been the most vocal. During the media session after […]

Whenever conversations are made on who the greatest player of all-time is, most people drop the names of Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, just to name a few. Although there’s no gauge to identify who the real GOAT is, fans are entitled to defend their choices and make a case for why they chose […]

Much of the talk heading into the 2017 NBA Draft later this month for the Los Angeles Lakers involves the potential selection of UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball with their second overall pick. However, that conversation has taken a bit of an intriguing turn with recent reports stating that Ball isn’t necessarily a lock for them […]

The Golden State Warriors have cruised through this year’s NBA playoffs with ease holding an unblemished 14-0 record that has led to a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals over the Cleveland Cavaliers. This has once again started up the conversation as to where they rank against some of the greatest teams of all […]

Part three of the NBA Finals matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers is starting to emerge as a true rivalry in the NBA history books. Although this is not about a player vs. player matchup, this rivalry is the best connection with past rivalries that has been seen in recent history. Everyone knows or […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, earlier this year, made the decision to finally undergo some major changes in the front office that included making Magic Johnson the team’s new President of Basketball Operations. In the months that have followed, there have been reports of Jerry West potentially desiring a return to the Lakers in a significant […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have the luxury of holding the second overall pick in next month’s draft that could seemingly put them in the position to add UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball. There has been much chatter surrounding the potential that Ball as an NBA player that has drawn some comparisons to Jason Kidd. In […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off their fourth straight season missing the playoffs, which is the longest stretch in franchise history. However, the Lakers’ new management bosses led by team president Magic Johnson are looking to change this stigma that has stuck with the team over the last few years. In an interview on […]

There have been many changes to the Los Angeles Lakers since their season ended, and many more to come in the upcoming weeks. After the firing of both Jim Buss and Mitch Kupchak, the Lakers quickly moved guard Lou Williams to a destination of his choice, and hired long-time agent Rob Pelinka as the General […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers holding the second overall pick in this year’s draft, one of the biggest scenarios hovering around the team has been the possibility of taking UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball. However, there have been many questions surrounding what kind of impact his father, LaVar Ball, will have on Lonzo’s fate in […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers heading into their first offseason under the helm of new management led by Team President Magic Johnson, the organization is looking for any means possible to put the team in the best position to succeed. During an interview for “Afternoons with Marcellus and Kelvin” on ESPN LA 710 radio, Johnson once […]

While some Los Angeles Lakers fans and their executives are likely salivating at the possibility of drafting Lonzo Ball with the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s draft — point guard D’Angelo Russell is not one of those people. Russell was a former No. 2 pick out of Ohio State in 2015 and while he’s shown […]

Since retiring from the NBA last season, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has been hanging around the franchise, making a rare appearance here and there. Bryant doesn’t have any defined role with the Lakers right now but that may be changing in the very near future. At least that’s what Lakers president of basketball […]

Since the Los Angeles Lakers grabbed the second overall pick in this year’s draft earlier this week, the rumor mill has been centered on the team taking UCLA product Lonzo Ball with the selection. However, there is the pressing question of whether his father, LaVar Ball, will affect his draft status. Lakers team president Magic […]

Despite missing the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season, the Los Angeles Lakers had several bright spots on the team that has drawn much optimism for the future of the franchise. One of the key pieces to the puzzle is forward Brandon Ingram, who picked up his play significantly in the second half of the season […]

The Boston Celtics on Tuesday night came out the big winners in the draft lottery grabbing the first overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. However, the Celtics were not the only cheerful organization from the results, as the Los Angeles Lakers were able to keep their top three protected first round pick by landing right behind their […]

University of Washington standout freshman Markelle Fultz is, by most experts, locked as the No. 1 overall pick of the 2017 NBA Draft. The talented scorer met with six of the top eight teams in the lottery during the NBA Draft Combine this past week, according to SiriusXM NBA Radio. The soon-to-be 19-year-old has high […]

Following a disappointing end of the season stint after being ruthlessly swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the playoffs, Indiana Pacers swingman Paul George plans to step up his summer workout routine by working with one of the most detailed partners in the history of the game — Kobe Bryant. The […]

Los Angeles Lakers president Magic Johnson will be one of the most renowned faces in Tuesday’s NBA Draft Lottery. Among others are an array of team owners, coaches, current and former players of each organization. Here is the entire list of representatives — (via Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN) Lottery representatives for each team tomorrow night […]

The New York Knicks wrapped up yet another disappointing season that saw them miss the playoffs for the fourth consecutive campaign, which has only heightened the push for change from their passionate fan base. The Knicks’ struggles have also put the team in the position to snag one of the top prospects from this year’s draft […]