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Magic Johnson says Josh Hart could start for Lakers

With his strong performance in Summer League, Josh Hart could just be playing himself into a starting spot for the Los Angeles Lakers next season. Speaking with the media during a conference call on Friday, Lakers president of basketball operations …

Magic Johnson reportedly went to LeBron’s house to close deal

Magic Johnson will not have to worry about stepping down from his position with the Los Angeles Lakers anymore. Magic had said before free agency began that he would step down if the Lakers could not land a star within the next two years. A few days …

Magic Johnson rushed off court after Kawhi Leonard news broke

Is Magic Johnson already preparing plans for a pursuit of Kawhi Leonard? The Los Angeles Lakers held a pre-draft workout for prospect De’Anthony Melton and had some players working out on Friday. Reporters were there too, and the LA …

Lonzo Ball

Magic Johnson highlights where Lonzo Ball must improve

Los Angeles Lakers president Magic Johnson has some things he wants to see more of from Lonzo Ball next season. Ball’s rookie season was a mixed bag, as the guard averaged 10.2 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game. Johnson wants to …

Magic Johnson greets LeBron James’ business partners before game

The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers played on Sunday night, putting LeBron James up against a team that would love to sign him in free agency. Many had that thought in mind when this photo shared by USA Today’s Sam Amick made the …

Adam Silver explains why Magic Johnson was fined for tampering

NBA commissioner Adam Silver explained on Thursday why some seemingly innocuous comments from Magic Johnson resulted in the Los Angeles Lakers executive being fined for tampering. Late in January, Johnson praised Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis …

Lonzo Ball

Magic Johnson affirms Lonzo Ball is Lakers’ starting PG after Isaiah Thomas trade

The Los Angeles Lakers are still committed to Lonzo Ball as their floor general despite the moves that they made at Thursday’s trade deadline. Speaking with the media shortly after acquiring Isaiah Thomas as part of a trade with the Cleveland …

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Magic Johnson literally laughs off question about Luol Deng trade

It’s a cold, cold world for Luol Deng. So cold that even his own team is laughing about how undesirable of a contract he has. Magic Johnson met with the media on Thursday to discuss some of the Los Angeles Lakers’ trade deadline moves. He …

Magic Johnson

Lakers fined $50K for Magic Johnson tampering with Giannis Antetokounmpo

For the second time in five months, the Los Angeles Lakers have been fined by the NBA for violating the league’s tampering rules. Once again, some comments made by president of basketball operations Magic Johnson contributed to the penalty. …

Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson shares thoughts on Michigan State sexual assault scandal

Michigan State has come under fire in the wake of a bombshell report about university officials covering up instances of sexual assault and violence, and one of the most prominent Spartans alumni is not exactly going to bat for his school. On Monday …

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Magic Johnson full of praise for Luke Walton after Laker win

It’s safe to say the Los Angeles Lakers’ braintrust are voicing their support for coach Luke Walton. After what has been a tumultuous week for Walton, team president Magic Johnson became the latest in the organization to effusively praise …

Lonzo Ball

Magic Johnson: Lakers ‘not gonna mess with’ Lonzo Ball’s shot

Lonzo Ball may have one of the uglier jump-shooting forms in recent memory, but the LA Lakers have no plans to tinker with it for now. In an appearance Monday on ESPN’s “Mike and Mike,” Lakers president of basketball operations …

D’Angelo Russell admits Magic Johnson comments ‘ruffled a few feathers’

D’Angelo Russell has admitted that Magic Johnson’s comments about his leadership ability bothered him more than he tried to let on. Russell, now with the Brooklyn Nets, was traded by the Los Angeles Lakers during the offseason, with …

Big Papi hilariously tries to get Magic Johnson to tamper with LeBron

Big Papi is a part of FOX/FS1’s MLB coverage, and there is no doubt that his personality has made their programs much more fun. That continued on Wednesday before Game 2 of the World Series when David Ortiz tried to get Magic Johnson to tamper …

Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson goes nuts watching Dodgers blow Game 5 open (Video)

Magic Johnson had a priceless reaction while watching the Dodgers blow open Game 5 of the National League Championship Series. Johnson was at Staples Center for the Lakers’ season opener later in the evening against the Clippers. Prior to …

Magic Johnson compares Lonzo Ball and Brandon Ingram to himself and James Worthy

Magic Johnson is clearly high on the potential of what Lonzo Ball and Brandon Ingram can become while wearing the purple and gold. During Johnson’s heyday, he was the catalyst for the “Showtime” Lakers that captivated fans across …

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