Despite a Game 1 loss that put the Lakers down 0-1 in the Western Conference Semifinals and the conference finals, the Lakers drew praise from former player and team part-owner Magic Johnson for their defensive effort.

In the pros, Johnson immediately redefined the NBA's style of play, spearheading the Lakers' "Showtime" era. With his blend of magical skills, Johnson shifted the NBA's focus from a gritty, half-court game to a global entertainment spectacle.

The Los Angeles Lakers were given just a 9% chance to win their second-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Clearly, former Lakers great Magic Johnson knows that the odds are stacked against them.

Magic Johnson has linked his experience recruiting stars for the 1992 Olympic Dream Team to his current advice for the Lakers in the playoffs. He recounted persuading Larry Bird and Michael Jordan to join the historic squad, which became a defining moment ...

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Following the game, NBA legend Magic Johnson made a bold claim about the New York Knicks (via X). Johnson wrote: “The New York Knicks dominated the Atlanta Hawks in a 114-98 victory last night. They showed me once again why they’re the only team in the East that can beat the Boston Celtics!

At 41, LeBron James matches Magic Johnson in Lakers history, recording five straight 10-assist games during a 125-122 win over the Clippers. There might be a lot of noise about whether LeBron James is still fit for the elite level of the NBA at 41.