Magic Johnson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Magic Johnson Sends Emotional Message After Death of a 'True Champion'

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has been active on social media, particularly in recent days with the NBA playoffs heating up. From providing expert picks for NBA postseason matchups to dropping analysis of games, Johnson continues to make headlines with his activities on social media.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Magic Johnson Makes Feelings Clear About JJ Redick After Timberwolves-Lakers Game

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 94-85 (at home). They have now tied up their first-round playoff series at 1-1.

NBA News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 22

Michigan State Legend Magic Johnson Applauds Cade Cunningham, Pistons

Most Michigan State fans are probably Detroit sports fans. For many years, there hasn't been much to cheer about when it comes to professional sports in the Motor City.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA postseason assist leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple NBA scoring titles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 22

Magic Johnson Critical Of JJ Redick After Game 1 Loss To Timberwolves

After a good first quarte,r the Los Angeles Lakers were completely dominated in Game 1 of their first round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. JJ Redick’s team was outhustled and outplayed as they fell by 22 points on their own home court.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Magic Johnson’s huge Cade Cunningham declaration after Pistons’ Game 2 vs. Knicks

Cade Cunningham received praise from NBA legend Magic Johnson after a dominant performance in the Detroit Pistons’ 100-94 win over the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the East First Round of the playoffs on Monday night.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / April 21

Magic Johnson Sends Strong Message To LeBron, Lakers Entering Game 2

Magic Johnson, arguably the greatest point guard in basketball history, is still thinking like a playmaker – and a coach. It seemed as if Johnson was in the Lakers’ locker room after their 22-point loss at home to Minnesota Saturday night in Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs.

Orlando Magic News / FirstSportz / April 21

Michael Jordan immediately shut down Magic Johnson and Larry Bird disrespect after NBA achievements

In today’s day and age, most of the members in the media tend to revisit one subject. That is to compare current players to those from the past. One of the most common points of interest is how some of the elite players match up to a certain Michael Jordan.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 21

Magic Johnson Explains Where Lakers Failed In Their Blowout Loss To Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers entered Game 1 of their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves full of confidence but ended up getting blown out at home.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 20

Magic Johnson Blasts Lakers, JJ Redick Following Brutal Game 1 Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped the first game of the 2025 playoffs, losing fairly easily to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota blew the Lakers off the court, taking Game 1 with ease.

Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / April 20

Magic Johnson Predicts Winner Of Celtics-Magic Series

On Sunday afternoon, the Boston Celtics are playing the Orlando Magic (at home) for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. The Celtics are seen by many as the heavy favorite to win the series.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Magic Johnson rips Lakers in series of social media posts after Game 1 loss

The Los Angeles Lakers got off to a rough start in their opening-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, and one franchise legend was incredibly disappointed with the performance.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

Magic Johnson praises unexpected Knicks hero in Game 1 comeback vs. Pistons

Perhaps even more meaningful than an outright blowout, the New York Knicks used a massive fourth-quarter comeback to take Game 1 over the Detroit Pistons 123-112.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / April 20

Magic Johnson Blasts JJ Redick After Game 1 Loss To Timberwolves

LeBron James lost a few fans in the G.O.A.T debate when the Los Angeles Lakers were blown out by the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of their first-round series.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Magic Johnson's Message on JJ Redick Sparks Heated Discussion

NBA icon Magic Johnson did not hold back in his assessment of JJ Redick's coaching in the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 1 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Magic Johnson Issues Strong Warning After Lakers' Blowout Loss

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson was not a fan of what he saw from his former team on Saturday night. In their NBA Playoffs opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles struggled to keep up, losing the game 117-95 and dropping to 0-1 early. Minnesota was red-hot from behind the arc, converting on 50% of its three-point attempts.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / April 19

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Reveals What Scares Him Before Lakers-Timberwolves Series

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will begin the 2025 NBA playoffs when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves. Before the game, Basketball Hall of Famer (and Lakers legend) Magic Johnson revealed what scares him about the Timberwolves.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / April 19

Magic Johnson Shockingly Changes Pick in Pacers vs Bucks Playoff Showdown

The Indiana Pacers have another date with the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs. They feel confident that they can take them down for the second year in a row.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 18

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Predicts Winner of Pistons-Knicks Series

After clinching the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference, the Detroit Pistons picked up a first-round series against the New York Knicks. Although the Pistons’ current roster has a lack of notable playoff experience, especially compared to the Knicks, there’s a lot of intrigue surrounding the series.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18

Magic-Celtics playoff series hit with bold Magic Johnson prediction

Hall of Famer Magic Johnson shared a strong opinion ahead of the Orlando Magic’s first-round NBA Playoffs matchup against the reigning champion Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / April 18

Magic Johnson Makes Bold Prediction For Pacers vs Bucks Series

The Indiana Pacers have a tough series against the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the playoffs. It's the same team that they took on in the first round of the playoffs last season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18

Magic Johnson shares fear for Lakers' series vs. Timberwolves

Though the Lakers look poised to contend, one franchise legend has his concerns heading into round one.

Anthony Edwards offers bold statement ahead of playoff showdown vs. Lakers

Austin Reaves' emergence puts him in line for a big payday

Top 10 storylines entering the 2025 NBA playoffs

20 notable NBA players who never made an All-Star Game

The 'Head coaches in Lakers history' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18

Magic Johnson shares why he is scared for Lakers in playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers are getting set to begin their opening-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night, and Magic Johnson has one big concern about his former team heading into the matchup.

NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / April 17

Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Makes Clippers-Nuggets Playoff Prediction

The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers are set to clash in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs in one of the most anticipated series of the playoffs.