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When one heard the unassuming and friendly voice of Greg Gumbel, a sense of excitement permeated their living room. Our ears instinctively informed our brains that March Madness was imminent when the longtime CBS Sports broadcaster greeted the audience. He was not merely a conduit, though. Gumbel helped foster America’s enthusiasm for the extravaganza we […]

Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Famer guard Magic Johnson crushed Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum’s lifelong dream. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was Tatum’s hero growing up, wearing the same number as Bryant in the 2024 Olympics. Jayson did it as a tribute to the late legend. However, he still can’t believe Johnson and Los Angeles […]

The baseball world is mourning the loss of Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, one of the greatest players in MLB history and a legend of the Oakland A’s. Henderson passed away at 65, leaving behind a legacy as baseball’s all-time stolen base king and a player who embodied the spirit of Oakland both on and […]

Magic Johnson, one of the greatest figures in basketball history, recently drew parallels between his rivalry with Larry Bird and the growing competition between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, per SI. While Johnson and Bird revolutionized the NBA with their intense battles in the 1980s, he sees Clark and Reese doing the same for the […]

Many have their own theories on why NBA viewership is dropping. Commissioner Adam Silver attributes it to the decline of cable TV, Shaquille O’Neal suggests the three-point shot is to blame, and Joe Mazzulla takes the responsibility upon himself. Magic Johnson made an appearance on FS1’s Speak, where he shared his thoughts on the state […]

Anthony Edwards helped Team USA win the gold medal, cementing his place as the future face of the NBA. However, the Minnesota Timberwolves star found himself in the middle of controversy after proclaiming that Michael Jordan was the only player with skill during his era. Since then, Edwards has triggered a polarizing response, including rubbing […]

Since the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers have stood pat as their rivals have upgraded their rosters. For instance, the Golden State Warriors acquired former Laker Dennis Schroder on Sunday to boost their defense at the guard position and help take some of the scoring load off Stephen Curry. While LA has enough scorers around […]

Winning a championship in any level of basketball is always a difficult feat to achieve. In fact, just winning at least one already contributes greatly to any NBA player’s basketball legacy. However, there have been a handful of players who belong in a small club where they’ve won in nearly all levels of basketball. Here […]

The Michigan State Spartans have gotten off to a strong start this season at 8-2. A traditional college basketball powerhouse, they can be counted on to be a competitive and winning team under head coach Tom Izzo. Following their most recent win, against Nebraska, legendary Michigan State Spartans guard Magic Johnson took to social media […]

Denver Nuggets star and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic has proven once again why he is the best basketball player in the world, overtaking Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson on the NBA’s all-time triple-double list. In Thursday’s loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Jokic scored 27 points, grabbed 20 rebounds, and dished 11 assists. With this […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been reeling over their past few games; coming off a 29-point loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, the Lakers were surely raring to redeem themselves on Wednesday with a trip to South Beach to face the Miami Heat. But somehow, the Lakers kept digging themselves deeper and deeper […]

As the professional sports world collectively came together to watch Jake Paul put on a boxing match for the ages against Mike Tyson, the overall takeaway was largely the same: that was sort of bad, right? That’s right, after hyping up the event for weeks with social media drama, bus adverts, and a sheath to […]

Warriors legend Stephen Curry gave his all-time starting five lineup, which will raise some eyebrows. Golden State’s electric win against the Dallas Mavericks reminded everyone that the greatest shooter ever still has a lot left in the tank. Despite being an active player, Curry is featured in point guard GOAT debates against Magic Johnson. New […]

The Washington Commanders have defensive back Marshon Lattimore, and one famous NBA player loves it. Magic Johnson is praising the trade that brought Lattimore to the nation’s capital from New Orleans. “This is exciting news for our team and our fans! Congratulations to (Commanders) GM Adam Peters on a great move acquiring Marshon Lattimore,” Johnson […]

The NBA playoffs feature the best players and teams in the world. Although grizzled veterans and superstars usually take the spotlight with championship stakes up for grabs, there are rare moments in NBA history when a rookie takes center stage. Most of the time, rookies are in the playoffs to grab some experience. However, there […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the 2024 World Series, their first in four years, and their eighth overall in franchise history, after defeating the New York Yankees in Game 5. In the victory, the champs capitalized on New York choking away a five-run lead in the fifth inning through one error after another to […]

The legend of Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels just keeps on growing. On Sunday, Daniels added to his fantastic 2024 season by leading Washington to an improbable 18-15 win against the Chicago Bears at Northwest Stadium in Landover. Magic Johnson blown away by Jayden Daniels’ miracle throw in Commanders vs. Bears The ending to […]

Magic Johnson was as thrilled as any Dodgers fan when Freddie Freeman blasted the walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the 10th inning to win Game 1 of the 2024 World Series over the New York Yankees. Of course, Johnson is much more than a fan. He is part of a group of investors […]

After watching Freddie Freeman become the first man in MLB history to hit a walk-off grand slam in a World Series game, Los Angeles Dodgers fans were absolutely over the moon. Basketball players like Joel Embiid commented on the hit, as did local LA brands, and even one of the true stalwarts of professional athletics […]

Quincy Olivari is taking his NBA dream to the next level. The Los Angeles Lakers recently signed the rookie out of the Xavier Musketeers basketball program to a two-way contract following a strong showing in the preseason. On Sunday, Olivari told reporters, including ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, how he found out that he was going to […]

When Magic Johnson retired from the NBA, he did so as one of the game’s greatest and most influential players… someone who perfectly blended showmanship and flair with cutthroat competitiveness and a sense of the moment. He was a five-time NBA Champion, a three-time MVP, and a 10-time All-NBA selection. And while younger fans could […]

Even with Bronny James’s explosion in Friday’s preseason finale, the Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard has been under the microscope of scrutiny since he was drafted. However, he has support from a legendary place: Magic Johnson. He took to X and revealed who he can be most like in his rookie season. “Basketball fans, Bronny […]

Point guards do it all. The very best have to be able to shoot, be the leaders of their teams, and get their teammates involved. If you are a basketball fan, you’ve probably contemplated who the best point guards ever are. A lot has changed in the point guard landscape over the last decade, including […]

After watching Blake Treinen record the final out of the ninth inning, it seemed like the entirety of Los Angeles was celebrating at least a few more games of Los Angeles Dodgers baseball in Blue Heaven. Fans danced in their seats, the players celebrated on the field, and LA legends like Magic Johnson – who […]

The Washington Commanders picked up a big 34-13 win over the Cleveland Browns at home on Sunday, and Magic Johnson, a member of the team’s ownership group, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, after the game to praise his team. “My commanders did it again! Today was all about the defense, defense, defense and […]

One did not have to share the court with Dikembe Mutombo a bunch of times to understand what he meant to the game of basketball and the communities he represented. Los Angeles Lakers icon Magic Johnson faced the beloved big man only twice in his NBA career, but he still built a lasting bond with […]

Former NBA superstar and Washington Commanders minority owner Magic Johnson took to X, formerly Twitter, to commend the Commanders’ recent performance, particularly highlighting the prowess of both their offensive and defensive units in a crucial game. The Commanders have been making significant strides this season, and Johnson’s tweets underscore the collective effort that has propelled […]

The Washington Commanders are now 3-1 after blowing out the Arizona Cardinals 42-14 in their Week 4 matchup on Sunday, impressing part-owner Magic Johnson. After their victory, Johnson called on fans to pack Northwest Stadium for their Week 5 home game against the (1-3) Cleveland Browns. Magic exhorted fans to support the Commanders on his […]

Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant celebrated his birthday on Sunday, and the 36-year-old forward received a special greeting from Lakers legend Magic Johnson, out of many other members of the NBA brotherhood. Magic sent his birthday message to Durant on X, formerly Twitter, with a photo of two cakes with “Happy Birthday” on them. “Happy […]

Magic Johnson, the NBA Hall of Famer, recently shared his insights regarding Bronny James’s readiness for the professional basketball stage during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Johnson expressed his belief that Bronny should consider spending a season in the G League to fully develop his skills before stepping onto the court with the Los […]

It’s safe to say that NBA legend Magic Johnson isn’t an Anthony Edwards fanboy. Edwards’ lack of respect for the league’s “old heads” is a turn-off for the five-time champion, specifically Edwards’ claim that Michael Jordan was the league’s only “skilled” player in his era. Johnson repeated his criticism of Edwards, via The Jimmy Kimmel […]

After the brutal Week 1 loss to Tampa Bay, the Washington Commanders sought answers. And this week their star rookie had an injury scare. But the win over the New York Giants drew reactions from the NBA’s Magic Johnson and Kevin Durant. Johnson said the game turned into a thriller, according to his post on […]

The NBA lost a legend this year when Jerry West passed away in June. Although he is known in Los Angeles Lakers history as a 14-time All-Star and Hall of Famer, West meant more to the world of basketball and the NBA as a whole. While they will never confirm it, West is the logo […]

Following their disappointing first-round defeat to the Denver Nuggets in the 2023-24 NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers are priming themselves for a rebound in the 2024-25 season. The team’s offseason has been marked by significant transformations, including the acquisitions of promising prospects Dalton Knect and Bronny James, as well as the strategic appointment of […]

With the new NBA season approaching, Magic Johnson advised Los Angeles Lakers fans to exercise patience with the team’s new head coach, JJ Redick. In an interview with a local Los Angeles news station, Magic emphasized the importance of giving Redick time to adjust and implement his strategies. The former NBA sharpshooter, JJ Redick, took […]

NBA 2K25 launches on September 6, 2024, and fans might be curious to know which Los Angeles Lakers players in history are ranked the highest. Throughout the history of the Purple and Gold, the team produced a plethora of NBA legends. Hence, the Lakers are considered to be basketball royalty. With that in mind, here […]

Los Angeles Lakers Magic Johnson has never been shy of saying any take of his and definitely wasn’t when he was presented a question by Stephen A. Smith where he brought up a topic involving Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. In a controversial statement, Edwards would say that there was not a skilled player in […]

When it comes to the GOAT NBA player conversation, there are the usual suspects mentioned. Debating the GOAT NBA player is one of NBA fans’ favorite pastimes and it seems like everyday there’s a new debate ongoing on social media. But what do the actual players think? Well if you ask former Lakers star Magic […]

Former NBA player and Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant passed away tragically alongside his daughter Gianna in January of 2020. But their legacy still lives on as proven Friday as his birthday is today where he would have been 46-years old. Such figures in the basketball world posted their messages on social media to […]