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USA Today Sports Media Group
USA Today Sports Media Group
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Cameron Tabatabaie

HBO’s Winning Time: Magic Johnson player bio

In celebration of HBO’s Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynastywe’re taking a looking at the real-time characters behind the show. This is Magic Johnson.

There will never be a player like Magic Johnson. Not because of his five NBA titles. Not because of his three MVPs or his 12 All-Star Game appearances. And not because of his nine consecutive All-NBA first-team selections.

No, there will never be another Magic Johnson because of the way he played the game.

Magic Johnson changed the NBA forever. His larger than life personality on and off the court ushered in a new era of stardom for professional basketball. And away from the game, Magic’s charisma and bravery inspired millions.

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