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PRIMARY TEAM
LAKERS

Magic Johnson

5-time champion, 3-time MVP, 12-time All-Star, Hall of Famer.

Forward-Guard·1979-1996

DRAFT 1979MICHIGAN STATE

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5
RINGS
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12x
ALL-STAR
👑
3x
MVP
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3x
FMVP
🏛️
YES
HOF
💎
YES
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Career Timeline

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Lakers 1979-80–1990-91Lakers 1995-96

Key Teammates

G
Michael CooperLos Angeles Lakers · 770 GP
C
Kareem Abdul-JabbarLos Angeles Lakers · 685 GP
F
James WorthyLos Angeles Lakers · 657 GP
G
Byron ScottLos Angeles Lakers · 577 GP
F
A.C. GreenLos Angeles Lakers · 456 GP
C
Bob McAdooLos Angeles Lakers · 201 GP

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Fame Meter

TIER A
Household Star

Magic Johnson grades as Tier A (Household Star). Massive star, widely known by casual fans. Not quite universal icon tier, but still a household NBA name.

Frequently Asked

What teams did Magic Johnson play for?
Los Angeles Lakers
When was Magic Johnson drafted?
1979
Who were key teammates of Magic Johnson?
Michael Cooper, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, James Worthy
What awards did Magic Johnson win?
5 championships, 3 MVP awards, Hall of Fame inductee
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