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Magic Johnson Praises MSU After Upset Win Against Kentucky

The Michigan State Spartans were able to pull off a dominant 83-66 upset win against the #12 ranked Kentucky Wildcats, in which they looked much better than when they played the Arkansas Razorbacks.

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Magic Johnson Believes Dodgers Are Good For MLB Like Showtime Lakers Were For NBA

The entire city of Los Angeles has been in celebration mode since the Dodgers won their second consecutive World Series Championship. So many around the world were locked in to an epic Game 7 and Los Angeles Lakers legend and Dodgers minority owner Magic Johnson was able to add to his already impressive championship count.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / November 16

Raptors pushed the pace against old friends

When Unc and pseudo-assistant coach Gary Temple subs in at the end of game – for only his second time this season – and Ja’Kobe Walter checks back in, it might not look like a rivalry.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 16

1,053 Fewer Games See Luka Doncic Make History Tying Magic Johnson’s Lakers Record

Nobody expected a piece of Los Angeles Lakers history to be rewritten as quickly as we witnessed tonight, let alone by someone who hasn’t even played a full season in the Purple and Gold.

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The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score at least 30 points in 30 different games over the course of one season can you name in seven minutes?

The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA's all-time 30-point game leaders' quiz

The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA triple-doubles' quiz

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

Magic Johnson pays tribute to NBA legend Lenny Wilkens after passing

The NBA lost one of its pillars on Monday after Lenny Wilkens passed away at 88 years old. Wilkens’ family announced the unfortunate news but did not reveal the cause of death.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Sparks, Dodgers Owner Magic Johnson Shares Thoughts on World Series Game 7 Thriller

The MLB's Los Angeles Dodgers completed a 5-4, 11-inning win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Nov. 1 — cementing back-to-back World Series titles. The WNBA's L.A.

Dodgers Part-Owner Magic Johnson To Serve As Grand Marshal In 137th Rose Parade

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses announced Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Earvin “Magic” Johnson will serve as the Grand Marshal of the next Rose Parade, which is set for Jan.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / November 8

Grizzlies rookie keeping company with Magic Johnson... and Michael Jordan?

From D3 to the NBA, Cedric Coward's living out a story most can only dream of. Coward took the opportunity he had and showcased the skills he developed that would translate to the NBA level, and the league took notice.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 7

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Makes Announcement on Friday

Los Angeles Lakers great Magic Johnson is widely regarded as one of the best point guards in the history of the NBA. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee played 13 seasons in the league, averaging 19.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and an all-time best 11.2 assists per game in his career.

'18 Championship Rings for Me': Magic Johnson Drops Ultimate Flex After Dodgers' World Series Win

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of the World Series, 5-4. The winner-take-all game was thrilling. Miguel Rojas hit a game-tying home run in the top of the ninth inning, which sent the game to extra innings.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 3

Michael Cooper Claims Isiah Thomas’ Bad Boy Pistons Learned Winning Blueprint From Magic Johnson-Led Showtime Lakers

The Bad Boy Pistons were a group of players who shifted the culture of the NBA, bringing about a mantra of doing whatever it takes to win. Isiah Thomas led this revolution in the motor city, guiding the Pistons to never-seen-before success, but it was supposedly the foundations laid by Magic Johnson that the Hall of Famer followed.

Watch: Magic Johnson Happy To Win 18th Championship As Player & Owner With Dodgers Repeating

The Los Angeles Dodgers made an improbable comeback down 3-2 in the World Series as they won two straight away from Dodger Stadium against the Toronto Blue Jays to clinch their second straight championship.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Ball Exclusives / November 2

Social media reacts to Los Angeles Dodgers World Series win

The World Series ended in an extra-innings Game 7 and it caught the attention of the NBA world. The Los Angeles Dodgers, who are co-owned by NBA legend Magic Johnson won their second straight championship.

Magic Johnson Shares Wholesome Message as LA Community Heals Over Dodgers’ World Series Win

While the world waits for Magic Johnson to post one of his trademark essays on social media about the Dodgers’ World Series win, he was all smiles on the field.

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Magic Johnson Makes Thoughts on Dodgers World Series Championship Perfectly Clear

The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series Champions yet again. Magic Johnson is a champion again. And Shohei Ohtani, Clayton Kershaw, Dave Roberts, and Mookie Betts are champions again -- to name a few.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / November 2

Magic Johnson earns his 18th championship ring

Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s legendary status as a champion reached an unprecedented level early Saturday morning after the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling Game 7 to capture the 2025 World Series.

Dodgers' Miguel Rojas is this generation's Hal Smith

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The 'Most 15-assist games in NBA history' quiz

NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 31

Magic Johnson To Serve As Grand Marshal In 137th Rose Parade

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses announced that Los Angeles Lakers legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson will serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2026 Rose Parade, which is set for Jan.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 30

Magic Johnson Reacts After Austin Reaves’ Historic Win Heals Dodgers Heartbreak

Austin Reaves just saved the Lakers, and he also saved Magic Johnson’s mood in the process. In a close 116-115 win over the Timberwolves, Reaves sank a 12-foot champ at the buzzer to seal it, capping off a 28-point, 16-assist masterpiece that had the arena roaring.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29

Magic Johnson got all the jokes about his obvious World Series post

Magic Johnson’s deep thoughts on X are once again getting a lot of attention, this time about the World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays won Game 4 of the World Series 6-2 on Tuesday, evening the series at 2-2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 28

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Announces Personal News on Tuesday

Magic Johnson had a legendary NBA career, playing 13 seasons in the NBA. He went on to make 12 All-Star Game appearances, capture five NBA titles and win three Finals MVP awards.

Magic Johnson Celebrates Dodgers Epic World Series Game 3 Win

Well after the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest with the Portland Trail Blazers ended, the Los Angeles Dodgers were still locked into an epic Game 3 contest of the World Series with the Toronto Blue Jays that finally ended in the 18th inning with a walk-off home run from Freddie Freeman to give them a victory and 2-1 series lead.