Earvin "Magic" Johnson has joined ESPN as an NBA studio analyst and will mainly work with Stuart Scott, Mike Wilbon and Jon Barry on ABC's GMC NBA Countdown. He will provide analysis on Christmas Day a?" when ABC and ESPN combine to showcase an NBA tripleheader (beginning at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN) a?" and contribute to the networks' post-season studio coverage. The announcement was made by Norby Williamson, executive vice president, production. "Magic has always been one of the most accomplished people in every field he has endeavored. He was an incomparable player and has become one of the best NBA analysts in the business. His unique insights, perspective and personality will be the perfect complement to Stuart (Scott), Mike (Wilbon) and Jon (Barry)," said Williamson. "I am thrilled to be a part of the ESPN family. I look forward to working with a great team and covering all the big NBA events," said Johnson. "Christmas Day can't come soon enough for m...
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The Biz of Basketball:
PLAYERS:
Tony Romo,
Maury Brown,
Manny Ramirez
TEAMS: Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, New York Mets, Philadelphia Flyers, Oakland Raiders, New York Jets, Indianapolis Colts
TEAMS: Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, New York Mets, Philadelphia Flyers, Oakland Raiders, New York Jets, Indianapolis Colts
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