NBA History | Magic Johnson

Legendary Moments: Magic returns to NBA in 1996

On Jan. 30, 1996, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson came out of retirement to play his first NBA game with the team since the 1991 Finals.

75 Stories | Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson won 5 NBA championships and 3 MVP awards during a Hall of Fame career in which he revolutionized the game.

Magic Johnson's ultimate mixtape

From improbable no-look dimes to clutch performances, check out some of Magic Johnson's best highlights from his career.

This Day in History: Magic Johnson Debut Highlights (Oct 12, 1979)

Legendary moments: Magic debuts in 1979

On Oct 12, 1979, Magic Johnson made his NBA debut vs the Clippers

12/28/79 - Bird vs Magic, the first meeting.

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson would renew their college rivalry for the first time in the NBA on December 28, 1979, and it would not disappoint.

How Larry Bird and Magic Johnson changed the NBA

Magic Johnson and Larry bird changed the game.

This Date In History: Magic Johnson becomes NBA's all-time leader in assists

On this date in 1991: Magic becomes assists leader

On April 14, 1991, Magic Johnson totaled 19 assists in a 112-106 win against Dallas to surpass Oscar Robertson as the all-time assists leader with 9,898. John Stockton of Utah surpassed both men to become the NBA's all-time assists leader in 1995.

Legendary Moments: Magic Johnson's final All-Star Game in 1992

On this date: Magic nabs All-Star MVP honors in '92

Re-live Magic Johnson's last All-Star game in 1992, in which he won MVP honors and captivated fans worldwide with his performance.

Magic Johnson's Top 10 Showtime plays of his career

We celebrate the best Laker Showtime plays from Magic Johnson's career.

Magic Johnson's Greatest Moments

Hear from Magic Johnson as he reveals his greatest moments from his NBA career.

Best Point Guards: Earvin "Magic" Johnson

Take as look and see why Magic Johnson is rated as one of the greatest NBA point guards of all time.

Magic Johnson Top 10 Assists

Check out Magic Johnson's top 10 assists from his Hall Fame career.