THE SPORTING LIFE

Just One of the Guys

When Magic Johnson returned to basketball, the NBA truly came back to life. So did he.

April 1 1996 Mike Lupica
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THE SPORTING LIFE
Just One of the Guys

When Magic Johnson returned to basketball, the NBA truly came back to life. So did he.

April 1 1996 Mike Lupica

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