Larry Bird and Magic Johnson helped define basketball in the 1980s, their rivalry driving the NBA into the mainstream. Although many saw them as evenly matched, Bird believes Johnson came out ahead.

Larry Bird is one of the biggest basketball icons. He was the perfect definition of a complete player; he could shoot, pass, and rebound and possessed a high basketball IQ. Adding to this was his ...

Magic Johnson reflects on facing Larry Bird in the legendary 1979 NCAA Championship game that captivated the nation. The Lakers icon discusses what it was like competing against Bird on college ...

Magic Johnson became one of the greatest players in NBA history during his time with the Los Angeles Lakers. From 1979 to 1991, Johnson led the Lakers to five NBA championships, earning three MVP ...

Throughout his Hall of Fame career, Magic Johnson had always felt secure about his skills as a player. More importantly, he was never confused about what his role was. Those who understood Johnson's ...

At the heart of one of the fiercest rivalries in sports, two of the greatest athletes of all-time battled for multiple championships and the future of their sport. Hall of Famers Earvin "Magic" ...