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1 de jul. de 2024 · Johnson achieved his greatest success in the professional ranks, where he guided the Lakers to NBA championships in 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, and 1988. His first championship came in his rookie season, and in the sixth and title-clinching game of the 1979–80 NBA finals Johnson remarkably played all five positions to secure the Lakers ...
Hace 3 días · When Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar went down with a sprained ankle in Game 5 of the 1980 NBA Finals, rookie Magic Johnson knew he had to step up and win one more game to clinch the championship. With no hesitation, the 1st overall pick in the 1979 NBA Draft took on a leadership role amidst Abdul-Jabbar's absence by addressing the team on the plane ride heading to Philadelphia.
3 de jul. de 2024 · After success at Michigan State, Magic Johnson, for example, ran point for the Showtime Lakers during the 80s - winning five championships in a span of nine seasons (which certainly qualifies him as a top 80s point guard).
Hace 2 días · Abdul-Jabbar receiving a pass from Magic Johnson during the 1985 NBA Finals. Abdul-Jabbar won his second Finals MVP in 1985, when he became the oldest to win the award at 38 years and 54 days old. He averaged 25.7 points, 9 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.5 blocks in the series against Boston.
Hace 2 días · Either the Celtics, led by Bird, or the Lakers, led by Magic, were present in every NBA Finals series in the '80s, with Bird and Magic meeting thrice. Magic got the upper hand against Bird, beating him in 1985 and 1987, while Bird beat Magic in 1984.
One of the most memorable moments in NBA history occurred in the 1980 NBA Finals. With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar sidelined due to an injury, Johnson stepped up and played all five positions, leading the Lakers to a victory against the Philadelphia 76ers. This iconic performance cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players ever. 7.
6 de jul. de 2024 · The man, the myth, the legend, Magic Johnson was a five-time NBA Champion with every single win coming in the 80s. He spent his entire NBA career with the Lakers, something that clearly paid off for one of the best players to ever do it.
