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Magic Johnson

Los Angeles Lakers · 1959–

#7 of the greatest NBA players of all time, ranked by everyone.

#4 of the 14 players of the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Nearby in the ranking

4. Shaquille O'Neal Los Angeles Lakers · 1972–
5. Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers · 1978–2020
6. Wilt Chamberlain Golden State Warriors · 1936–1999
7. Magic Johnson Los Angeles Lakers · 1959–
8. Larry Bird Boston Celtics · 1956–
9. Stephen Curry Golden State Warriors · 1988–
10. Bill Russell Boston Celtics · 1934–2022

Face-offs

• Magic Johnson vs Wilt Chamberlain 50% – 50%
• Magic Johnson vs Larry Bird 52% – 48%
• Magic Johnson vs Kobe Bryant 50% – 50%
• Magic Johnson vs Stephen Curry 53% – 47%
• Magic Johnson vs Shaquille O'Neal 49% – 51%