Woods (68) is masterful in Australia Nov 15, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
League's retirement of No. 23 to honor Jordan seems unlikely Nov 15, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sun, Nov 15, 2009 12:42 AMModified Sun, Nov 15, 2009 12:42 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bucks Jennings erupts for 55 Nov 15, 2009
Rookie Jennings erupts for 55 in Bucks win - NBA- nbcsports. Rookie Jennings erupts for 55 in Bucks win. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Opinion: LeBron's tribute to Jordan is misguided Nov 14, 2009
LeBron's tribute to Jordan is misguided. Cavalier forgets that other stars were arguably as great as No. 23. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Meet The Panthers Nov 14, 2009
Favorite basketball player is Magic Johnson. Committed to Pitt after the Panthers win over at Madison Square Garden in December, 2007. (PittInsiders.com)
Davis thinks inside the box Nov 12, 2009
Magic Johnson was obviously his own breed, but Derek Harper, Rod Strickland, Kenny Smith, Nate McMillan, Alvin Robertson, and a young Gary Payton, all had size. The hand check was so important back then, and they ve taken that away, and that s basically what s brought back the small guard and it s probably a good thing. (Boston Globe)
Leukemia found in Abdul-Jabbar Nov 11, 2009
Citing the way Los Angeles Lakers teammate Magic Johnson brought awareness to HIV, Abdul-Jabbar said he wants to do the same for his form of blood cancer, which can be fatal if left untreated. I ve never been a person to share my private life. (Boston Globe)
The Spartan Life Nov 10, 2009
Andy Katz: Tom Izzo, Michigan State Spartans want to take one more step in 2010 - ESPN. Updated: November 5, 2009, 5:17 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Suns cap trip with win over 76ers Nov 10, 2009
Magic Johnson previously had done it in 14 games. Nash had a 21-point, 20-assist game Monday, the first such 20-20 in the NBA since he did it four seasons ago at New York. (AZCentral -- Sports)
MEDIA CIRCUS: Deitsch's October Media Power Rankings Nov 10, 2009
Among those with hoop (and financial) dreams: Sports Illustrated's Chris Ballard (The Art of a Beautiful Game); former Boston Globe columnist Jackie MacMullan (When the Game Was Ours, with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson); ESPN's Bill Simmons (The Book of Basketball: The NBA According to The Sports Guy); North Carolina coach Roy Williams (Hard Work: My Life On and Off the Court, with Tim Crothers); and UCLA legend John Wooden (A Game Plan for Life, with Don Yaeger). Williams also wrote the forward... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Where were you when Magic shocked the world? Nov 8, 2009
On Nov. 7, 1991, Lakers guard Magic Johnson announced at anews conference he wouldretire after being diagnosed as HIV positive ... Magic Johnson had something to say. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Artful Dodgers, bleeding, blue Nov 8, 2009
There was Camille Johnston, a former aide to Tipper Gore who is now communications director for Michelle Obama; then sports agent Lon Rosen, who represents former Lakers star Magic Johnson; and, finally, onetime Red Sox marketing impresario Charles Steinberg, who was hired by Jamie and let go last month by Frank. It is my belief that Frank fired Dr. Steinberg because Frank targeted Dr. Steinberg as one of my key supporters within the Dodgers, Jamie says in a court filing. (Boston Globe)
Bird-Johnson book reveals binding friendship Nov 8, 2009
Larry Bird has been nudged back into the spotlight once again because of his relationship with Magic Johnson ... Having Magic Johnson come to my hometown of French Lick, Ind. (Boston Globe)
IanThomsenInside The NBA I believe LeBron already decided where he's playing next season. Nov 7, 2009
" Will Shaq clog up the paint and slow Cleveland's tempo? I look at it this way: As much as he is revered as the second coming of Michael Jordan, James has always created the impression that he is more proud of comparisons to Magic Johnson. James views himself as a playmaker who scores out of necessity; he has no overwhelming desire to lead the league in scoring. If the young Magic Johnson was running this team in Cleveland, he would find a way to make things work on the floor with Shaq.... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Be the first to comment! Nov 7, 2009
Russell-Wilt rivalry reaches 50-year milestone. Russell-Wilt rivalry reaches 50-year milestone. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Russell-Wilt rivalry reaches 50-year milestone Nov 7, 2009
AP file photo (1969). Bill Russell, left, won 85 of his 142 head-to-head meetings with Wilt Chamberlain, and nine NBA titles to Wilt's one. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Sykes, Lopez set out to fill late-night TV void Nov 7, 2009
Some say current fare doesnt cater to growing multicultural population. Wanda Sykes' weekly Fox comedy show debuts at 11 p.m. EST Saturday. (MSNBC -- Television)
The new faces of late-night television Nov 7, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Lopez and Sykes bring diversity to the networks' white man's club. (Florida Today)
Boss not on hand, but Yanks pay homage Nov 5, 2009
" Pettitte, along with Rivera and Derek Jeter, have been part of the last five championships and seven pennant winners. Jorge Posada missed only the first title of this lot in '96. Pettitte had his own falling out with the Yankees, leaving for the hometown Houston Astros in a contract dispute after losing Game 6 of the 2003 World Series to Josh Beckett and watching the Marlins celebrate on the old Yankee Stadium turf. Sometimes it has been a tough-love situation for these guys, but what Magic... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Former rivals Bird, Magic now co-authors Nov 3, 2009
"We never shook each others' hands," Magic Johnson said. The two Hall of Famers their names forever linked have now written a book together. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Magic defends slams of Isiah in book Nov 3, 2009
Magic Johnson addresses his criticism of Isiah Thomas - NBA - SI.com ... Magic Johnson: It 'was time' to reveal his strained relationship with Isiah Thomas ... Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas, shown here in 2004, haven't been close friends for years. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NBA Commentary: Lakers are ready to renew success Nov 1, 2009
Magic Johnson used the public-address microphone to cite Jerry Buss, who had a noteworthy response. The increasingly reclusive Buss showed some serious spunk in the way he stood up in his luxury box and punched both hands in the air in a proud Rocky pose that demonstrated how much this still means to him. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The Ties That Unwind Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty ImagesOnce the closest of friends, Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson grew apart in their shared desire to win an NBA title.Lost amid the attacks Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson have hurled at each other is a mutual desire they shared to win. But that drive also spun the two apart, writes Ian Thomsen. Oct 31, 2009
The drive to win sparked feud between Isiah Thomas, Magic Johnson - Ian Thomsen - SI.com ... Though their fight for the NBA title began with affection, it ended with Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas trading phyiscal shots ... In his upcoming book, When The Game Was Ours, co-written with Larry Bird and author Jackie MacMullan, Magic Johnson admits that his close friendship with Isiah Thomas began to suffer when the two met in the 1988 NBA Finals. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
ChrisBallardOn Sports It's early but it's clear Stephen Curry has the tools to succeed. Oct 30, 2009
Twice, he tried to do too much -- the second time, attempting an ill-advised look-away lob to Andris Biedrins in crunch time -- but compared to the likes of Ellis and Corey Maggette and Kelenna Azubuike he's Magic Johnson. This bodes well not only for his future but also for the Warriors, who've lacked a playmaker since Baron Davis went south. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
A fistful of Bird history Oct 30, 2009
Pick up a copy of Jackie MacMullan s spectacular book on Bird and Magic Johnson ( When the Game Was Ours ) and check the index for the Chelsea s fight. You won t find it. (Boston Globe)
Thomas says he has nothing to prove Oct 29, 2009
He didn't address his latest public flap with longtime friend Magic Johnson after the Hall of Fame Lakers guard accused Thomas in Johnson's new book of spreading rumors that Johnson was gay after he tested positive for HIV in 1991. Thomas admitted he was behind in recruiting when he arrived at Florida International. (Nola.com -- Sports)
* NBA : Lakers ring in new season with a win Oct 29, 2009
Magic Johnson, Jerry West, James Worthy, Rick Fox and Robert Horry took their positions at center court, where they rubbed shoulders with current Lakers Bryant, Lamar Odom and Derek Fisher. A member of the Laker Girls poses with the Larry OBrien championship trophy and rings that were presented to the Lakers in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lakers raise championship banner, get rings Oct 28, 2009
Kobe Bryant got the final ring and congratulations from Lakers greats including Jerry West and Magic Johnson before the new gold banner was revealed high atop the arena. Stern encouraged cheers for a Laker team that showed us an extraordinary amount of dedication. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Recap: LA Lakers vs. LA Clippers Oct 28, 2009
The Lakers brought out ex-stars Magic Johnson, Jerry West, Norm Nixon, A.C. Green and Michael Cooper, among others from championship runs for a ceremony prior to the game. NBA commissioner David Stern handed out the rings. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Picking up where they left off Oct 28, 2009
Notes: Former Lakers GM Jerry West, along with Magic Johnson, James Worthy, Norm Nixon, Michael Cooper, Jamaal Wilkes, A.C. Green, Rick Fox and Robert Horry, all of whom starred on the clubs title teams of the 1980s and earlier this decade, greeted the current team on the court during the pregame ring presentation. Jackson said Gasol could return Friday against Dallas. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA Live Review Oct 27, 2009
All of the teams and players are in here, including several unlockable former players, such as Magic Johnson. The players models themselves are fairly similar, but stars have their faces mapped to their heads so you can actually recognize your favorite players. (IGN Wireless Games)
With O’Neal joining James, Cavaliers work on their attitudes Oct 26, 2009
Magic Johnson aided Kareem Abdul-Jabbar s final years. Tim Duncan took pressure off an aging David Robinson. (Boston Globe)
Land Deal Advisor Resigns From Calpers Oct 25, 2009
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The real estate investment manager who led the California Public Employees' Retirement System, the nation's largest pension fund, into a money-losing land venture has resigned as an adviser to the fund, a spokeswoman for MacFarlane Partners said on Saturday. Victor MacFarlane, chief executive of MacFarlane Partners, terminated his relationship with the $200 billion pension fund, spokeswoman Julie Chase said via email. (ABC News -- Business)
Full Story » Oct 25, 2009
Land deal advisor resigns from Calpers - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
I vote that we give Arkansas the win over Florida.... Oct 24, 2009
You led a gang called the "Bad Boys" by being a classless, poor sport that was a fake a person as they come when you played, "freezing out" Jordan in that All-Star game and talking bout Magic Johnson behind his back and now you're surprised no one likes you ... If someone as nice as Magic Johnson doesn't like you, there is something wrong with your personality Isaiah, face it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Magic says Isiah questioned his sexuality Oct 23, 2009
Robert Kozloff / APMagic Johnson and Isiah Thomas greet each other before Game 1 of the NBA finals on June 16, 1988 ... MIAMI - Hall of Fame players Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson famously kissed each others cheek moments before tip-off of Game 1 of the 1988 NBA finals. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Isiah 'disappointed and hurt' by Magic's book Oct 23, 2009
Report:Isiah Thomas says he's hurt by Magic Johnson comments, new book - ESPN ... PTI five good minutes with Jackie MacMullan on the feud between Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson ... I never thought it was [Magic Johnson] who kept me off the Olympic team. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Isiah-Magic feud Oct 23, 2009
Isiah Thomas blasts Magic Johnson over criticisms in new book - Ian Thomsen - SI.com ... Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas famously greeted each other with a kiss on the cheek in the 1988 NBA Finals ... When he heard the criticisms from his former friend Magic Johnson in a soon-to-be-released book, Isiah Thomas said he'd had enough. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
From Paris, he lights up Army Oct 18, 2009
I remember Larry Bird and Magic Johnson when they first broke into the [NBA] and they were breaking a lot of people s noses with passes just because they weren t ready for it. Friday night] he made a couple of passes that guys just weren t ready for. (Boston Globe)
Kings of the court Oct 18, 2009
In this exclusive excerpt from their forthcoming book, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson recount their rivalry during the 1984 NBA Finals ... Instead, Magic Johnson acted on his perverse need to witness the revelry that was unfolding around him, staring blankly out of the window of his hotel, fixated on the sea of green below ... On the morning of June 13, 1984, Magic Johnson stood in the lobby with his bags packed. (Boston Globe)
1936 Olympics hockey team India's greatest ever Oct 17, 2009
Led by the inimitable Michael Jordan and equally charismatic Magic Johnson, the United States of America's array of NBA divas was possibly the finest lineup of players ever assembled at any point in history. Boasting of 10 all-time great players (in a 12-member roster), the team had an aura that was more powerful than the Olympic Games itself. (India Times, India)
NBA on traveling: Two steps are better than one Oct 16, 2009
Archival footage shows NBA greats, from Magic Johnson and Pete Maravich to Bob Cousy and Julius Erving, getting away with two steps. Borgia, whose father was also an NBA official, said he cannot remember a time when NBA referees did not allow two steps. (ESPN -- Basketball)
NBA Sets Its Sights on Britain Oct 15, 2009
Europe October 14, 2009, 1:52PM EST. To stoke growth outside the U.S., the basketball league is targeting the U.K., with plans for season games by 2012 and tie-ins with local soccer clubs. (BusinessWeek)
Vote on greatest basketball player of all time Oct 13, 2009
The candidates are Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain, LeBron James, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, George Mikan, Yao Ming, Dirk Nowitzki, Hakeem Olajuwon, Oscar Robertson, David Robinson, Bill Russell and Jerry West. Don't see your favorite player. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Are These The Good Old Days? Stephen Dunn/Getty ImagesWayne Gretzky's trade to the Kings before the 1988-89 season created buzz in L.A. and inspired fans to dream. Now probably is if you live in Pittsburgh. But every lucky fan has a magical year to treasure. For L.A.'s John Ondrasik of Five For Fighting, 1988 was full of legendary performances. Oct 9, 2009
Wayne Gretzky, Kirk Gibson, Magic Johnson in L.A.'s golden age - John Ondrasik - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Magic Johnson cinema closing Oct 6, 2009
Magic Johnson cinema at Greenbriar Mall to close ... The movie theater that bears Magic Johnson s name at Greenbriar Mall opened amid much hoopla 13 years ago will show its last movie on Sunday ... Johnson also owns businesses and properties in 21 states through Magic Johnson Enterprises, including dozens of Starbucks, Burger Kings and health clubs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
ACC has growth spurt at '3' Oct 4, 2009
"I used to fantasize about being Magic Johnson -- about being able to do it all,'' he said.And even guys who grow early are less likely to settle for only practicing post moves these days."There was an age where coaches didn't want their big guys to go out more than 12 or 14 feet,'' said University of North Carolina radio analyst Eric Montross, who played center for the Tar Heels, and then played in the NBA for eight seasons. "But not many guys want to sit in the post anymore, ... and that comes... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Chris Lawlor Oct 3, 2009
Mashia was a scholarship basketball player at the University of Washington and taught him how to play the game, appreciate the talents of Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan, and respect the game. "My aunt was always way ahead of things," Jones said. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Who is the greatest of all-time? Sep 23, 2009
Who is the Greatest Basketball Player of All Time. United States Sports Academy. (USA Today -- Sports)
Utah Will Host 2013 NCAA Men's Basketball First and Second Rounds Sep 22, 2009
Also factored in were venues and cities that have served as the backdrop to great tournament moments, including the 1979 "Dream Match-Up" featuring Indiana State's Larry Bird and Michigan State's Magic Johnson in the Huntsman Center. Along with Salt Lake City, Auburn Hills, Mich. (Utahutes.com)
McKinley's magic moment Sep 18, 2009
When Tamaru was told Johnson would appear minutes before the assembly, "I started jumping up and down. I was amazed and shocked. Words cannot describe how it felt to give a lei and hug to Mr. Magic Johnson." ... "You can do anything you want to be; but you have to take care of business in the classroom -- that's the most important thing right now. "Also, what happened to me I don't want to happen to you; HIV is here to stay," said Johnson, who contracted the virus in 1991 and became an HIV/AIDS... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Magic appearance at McKinley High Sep 17, 2009
Former NBA superstar Magic Johnson made a surprise appearance today at McKinley High School and talked about the importance of education. Johnson addressed McKinley High students during an assembly in the school gymnasium at about 1 p.m.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Award Honors Ashley Judd for Her Work with Global Health Organization PSI Sep 17, 2009
Previous winners of the USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Award have been film and TV producer, entertainment entrepreneur and sports legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, for his work with the Magic Johnson Foundation in providing HIV/AIDS prevention and health care education to adults and children throughout the minority community; Academy and Golden Globe Award-winning actress/producer Geena Davis, honored for the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media in breaking stereotypes and improving gender... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
MARSHFIELD FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK: Bad math and some random things Sep 17, 2009
This year s entries based on most of them having been born in 1991 include Margaret Thatcher having always been a former prime minister, Magic Johnson having always been HIV-positive, having always lived with high-stakes school testing and there having always been a Planet Hollywood. Me, I m more interested in what it would have been like if they had been freshmen at Utica College in 1991, which encompassed the end of my freshman and start of my sophomore years. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Jordan soars into basketball Hall of Fame Sep 13, 2009
The World Link : Jordan soars into basketball Hall of Fame. Jordan soars into basketball Hall of Fame. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Jordan Inducted into NBA Hall of Fame Sep 12, 2009
Player Widely Considered Game's Best Joined by Four Other Basketball Greats. Former Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards guard Michael Jordan wipes tears from his eyes as his presenter Hall of Fame NBA player David Thompson looks on during Jordan's enshrinement ceremony into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass. (CBS News)
BASKETBALL Jordan looks back as he jumps into Hall Sep 12, 2009
BASKETBALL / Jordan looks back as he jumps into Hall. Article:BASKETBALL / Jordan looks back as he jumps into Hall:/c/a/2009/09/11/SPR119M3QM.DTL Article:BASKETBALL / Jordan looks back as he jumps into Hall:/c/a/2009/09/11/SPR119M3QM.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Jordan will get final accolade with Hall induction Sep 12, 2009
Hall of Fame: Michael Jordan gets final accolade with induction - ESPN. Updated: September 11, 2009, 10:49 PM ET. (ABC News)
Jordan leads distinguished class into Hall of Fame Sep 12, 2009
Michael Jordan pauses during his induction speech at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. By Jim Rogash, Getty Images. (USA Today -- Sports)
Jordan joins Stockton, Robinson in Hall induction Sep 12, 2009
Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall - NBA - SI.com. Posted: Friday September 11, 2009 7:55PM; Updated: Friday September 11, 2009 11:00PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jazz duo a good fit Sep 12, 2009
And don't forget that Stockton, who played in the shadow of Magic Johnson (and sometimes Isiah Thomas), was named to the All-NBA first team only twice. That doesn't seem quite enough recognition for a guy who leads two career categories. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jordan highlights Hall of Fame class Sep 12, 2009
By The Associated Press Saturday, September 12, 2009. Michael Jordan was the best, no doubt about it. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Magic, Sparks honor Leslie at final home game Sep 12, 2009
Magic Johnson, Los Angeles Sparks honor Lisa Leslie on final home game - ESPN ... LOS ANGELES -- Lisa Leslie was honored by the Los Angeles Sparks and Magic Johnson before the start of her final regular-season home game Friday night. (ESPN -- WNBA)
NBA's 'Air' Jordan in rare company in Hall of Fame Sep 12, 2009
Pundits who predicted that Jordan, though a great player, would never win like Larry Bird or Magic Johnson, were particularly motivating. "I had to listen to all that, and that put so much wood on that fire that it kept me each and every day trying to get better as a basketball player," Jordan said. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Air Jordan reaches new heights in Hall Sep 12, 2009
4:26 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2009. Air Jordan reaches new heights with place in Hall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
