Earvin "Magic" Johnson's Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech

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Larry Bird introduces Earvin "Magic" Johnson upon "Magic" being enshrined to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2002. To learn more about "Magic" Johnson take a look at his official Hall of Fame bio at www.hoophall.com/hall-of-famer...

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@jeembomb 11 жыл бұрын

I love how Magic calls all his coaches "Mr. ___" instead of by their first name. so old school, so respectful

@solobry4360 3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@nuclearchez5644 3 жыл бұрын

@@solobry4360 🤣 mans commented that 8years ago bru

@solobry4360 3 жыл бұрын

@@nuclearchez5644 😂😂😂

@adamdorgant9454 2 жыл бұрын

True!!!!

@TheDonMagicWon Жыл бұрын

@@nuclearchez5644 it’s still true son

@pancon5 9 жыл бұрын

Larry Bird's speech was just great.

@aha3885 5 жыл бұрын

What a kind of man he is. Legend.

@mikodelosreyes9883 5 жыл бұрын

So great, he doesn’t need a script! Watch closely.

@MAgaSUXX 5 жыл бұрын

love the "suffer"...LOL wasn't even expecting THAT.

@Playthellgb42 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it was! Bravo!!!

@newerafrican 4 жыл бұрын

And his high school coach who was one of his teachers, I think, said that Larry was so shy and self-conscious that he took an F rather than give a speech in front of the class. He really grew as a man (literally!!)

@tomada36 9 жыл бұрын

Magic and Bird defined a generation

@elwin38 8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Toma MY GENERATION!!

@burlfarlington731 8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Toma within basketball..maybe. not beyond it

@DJaySplitSecond 8 жыл бұрын

+Burl Farlington hell yeah and they resurrected the NBA

@jjs777fzr 8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Toma The two of them have done more for breaking down racial barriers than any other two individuals in my generation. Hard work ethics and phenomenal selfless play. Extraordinary selfless play.

@frankiegunnz8066 8 жыл бұрын

+jjs777fzr Very true

@rxj0765 5 жыл бұрын

Larry Bird's intro was gold, the guys hilarious, and so humble. Both he and magic are pure class.

@julius8386 3 жыл бұрын

To be honest, All I heard about Bird was that he was a trashtalker who backs it up, But I never expected him to be a different man on stage. Such a great speaker

@mikes3827 3 жыл бұрын

@@julius8386 Yep he is. But because of how Larry's roots never left him, he was about as brutally honest an athlete as there ever was. Straight Shooter (as Magic called him) and GREAT shooter, who is among only a handful of the greatest shooters in NBA history. I'm a Celtics fan, but if ever I get a chance to see Magic and Larry together (at a talk show, interview, etc.), it's must-see viewing for me. Their improbable story makes them THE #1 sports rivalry ever, IMO.

@bkoassechony7677 Жыл бұрын

Everything will be OK 👍 pray 🙏 babe

@user-nb9de2fi7k Жыл бұрын

Yes sir

@dusk6159 Жыл бұрын

Larry Legend did the best service to the great Magic Johnson.

@lewisallen3232 7 жыл бұрын

A white man from French Lick Indiana and a black man from Lansing Michigan. Two different personalities with a huge gift. It's safe to say we won't be seeing a rivalry or friendship like these two ever again in the NBA.

@MistahUnknown 5 жыл бұрын

Oh we will see another rivalry like these 2 had again. The NBA doesn't stop with them.

@coop4436 5 жыл бұрын

Lewis I agree with you. Too many people trying to form super teams in the NBA now. But what a great time in basketball that was back in this era...teams literally got after it, even in the All-Star games.

@sabzibhaji8045 5 жыл бұрын

@@MistahUnknown no now is super teams only.

@MistahUnknown 5 жыл бұрын

@@sabzibhaji8045 they were on superteams too.

@Calilou52 4 жыл бұрын

@@sabzibhaji8045 the era of super teams is over. Were in the time of dynamic duos now. For many years in Vegas there has been 4 select teams each season that were predicted to win the ring. 4 teams and all other teams had little to no chance. This year that number has raised to 20 teams. The NBA is unpredictible once again, we have no Idea who will even make it to the finals. Last 5 years it was a given. Now its a mystery agaim

@lawnzoz2033 8 жыл бұрын

There will never be a rivalry like Bird and Magic. Both are class acts. GOATs

@GirsGotGame 7 жыл бұрын

we could be getting one with KD and Russ lmao

@shelleyinthecity 7 жыл бұрын

Lebron and Steph

@brycebarretto5610 7 жыл бұрын

LeBron and Carmelo could've happened if the pistons have ddrafted him lol

@mattbingham2856 7 жыл бұрын

Lebron Steph and the NEW NBA are all garbage...all the games are rigged. No competition, no defense, no nothing but entertainment only.

@ajt5284 7 жыл бұрын

Matt Bingham I'm sure it's pathetic for you

@anonymousperson8829 10 жыл бұрын

I admire and respect Larry Bird for humbling himself and honoring Earvin Magic Johnson.

@newerafrican 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like Larry’s persona off the court was waaaay different than on the court. On the court, he used his trash talking to get into his opponents’ heads and probably to motivate himself. If you listen to his interviews, however, he is humble - with a dash of that old competitiveness!

@2piedpiper 3 жыл бұрын

What a dumb statement. Larry didn’t “humble”himself,he simply paid tribute to a great basketball player.

@irishgrl 3 жыл бұрын

@@2piedpiper When you compare him to other greats who like to toot their own horns (cough MJ cough), yeah, it comes off like “humbling himself.” Larry is a class act. Don’t try to low key diss him.

@shutupmimsy96 3 жыл бұрын

@@irishgrl MJ?? What are you talking about. MJ always carried himself with class. Very humble. Not sure where you got that from. If you’re trying to find a cocky egotistical athlete, look no further than lebron

@SaiKhot 3 жыл бұрын

@@shutupmimsy96 i dont like how you wrote that 😡

@joewalls7838 3 жыл бұрын

I met him in a Jamba Juice. I was reluctant to ask for a picture but I got one, then he asked if I could take a picture for everyone in there including the employees. He's a good man. I appreciate you, Magic.

@robertmason8416 3 жыл бұрын

The respect Bird got when he walked in. Everyone stood up and applauded! Don't tell me he isn't worthy of at least Top 5 of All Time!

@williamforrest4371 2 жыл бұрын

BIRD is one of the BEST TWO NOT 5 THE BEST 2

@randy4395 2 жыл бұрын

@@williamforrest4371 You are nuts,he isn't even top ten.

@williamforrest4371 2 жыл бұрын

@@randy4395 boy let me tell you some thing this is all opinions my joke, Bird,Magic MADE THE 80S BEGINNING OF THE 90S

@randy4395 2 жыл бұрын

@@williamforrest4371 Yes,they did.They saved the game,before that finals games weren't even shown live.

@williamforrest4371 2 жыл бұрын

@@randy4395 Dude its Kool I'm just not really into my at all see the only reason he and every body else say he is great it's cause he didn't win all them games by himself see all sports like bb,football it is a TEAM GAME NOT A ONE PERSON GAME

@zights 7 жыл бұрын

larry is a good stand up comedian...timing is really good....

@jjs777fzr 7 жыл бұрын

As far as humor goes, Larry is very quick witted. In the 92 Dream Team event, the two most unthinkable players became fast friends and became known as the harry and larry show for their comedic acts. That would be Larry Bird and Patrick Ewing. Who'd a thought?

@dennisjr77 5 жыл бұрын

He’s always been known as a trash talker and you can tell that translates into being a wonderful speaker!

@Calilou52 4 жыл бұрын

@@dennisjr77 you gotta be quick witted to be such a good trash talker. Larry is a very smart man

@dusk6159 Жыл бұрын

Him and McHale

@Calilou52 4 жыл бұрын

Magic and Birds friendship will probably go down as the most legendary friendship of all time. (In the world of sports)

@williamjones7247 3 жыл бұрын

I doubt that. Brian Piccolo & Gale Sayers.

@rjb1987xx 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a fact they pushed each other

@giangypego8622 Жыл бұрын

@@williamjones7247 who tf are those mfs?

@brianmork5906 Жыл бұрын

@@williamjones7247 who?

@loydkline Жыл бұрын

Bill Russell & wilt;; greatest friendship in sports history;;Larry bird was too arrogant to be friends with anyone

@rogersteppe6452 4 жыл бұрын

For Magic to be respectfully introduced by Larry Bird says it all!

@michaelmclaughlin3837 5 жыл бұрын

I was a Bird fan. I hated the Lakers, but it's impossible to not love and respect Magic. This was touching to watch, and Godspeed Magic, you're one in million.

@stevegoehring1610 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a Magic/Lakers fan but have the utmost respect for Larry and the Celtics organization. We were blessed to watch the NBA at it's best. 👍

@corneliuspearson4601 2 жыл бұрын

I am also a Celtics fan but Majic Johnson is a legend got to give him his props

@univang1852 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a die hard Lakers fan hated the Celtics all those years but after all said and done much respect to the Celtics and Larry bird(one of the greatest player). the NBA will never be the same

@alfredodelacruz1864 2 жыл бұрын

Magic and Bird saved the NBA

@MrMccoy2412 Жыл бұрын

I really liked both teams!! I hated when they played each other, because I was huge Bird fan, but I liked and respected all those players!! They were the bomb!!

@jonq8714 8 жыл бұрын

Great intro by Larry!

@wallacevelie7197 10 жыл бұрын

I love the relationship between Irvin and Larry. These two are obviously the best of friends who have nothing but respect for each other.

@David23.45.1 10 ай бұрын

Not trying to be anal and I'm sure everyone knows who your referring to, but it's Earvin. (If noone ever tells u, u might never know) Just figured I'd point it out, no biggie. I like when people correct me on anything wrong just so I'll know. 🍻 cheers 🍻

@smoothpants 9 ай бұрын

@David23.45.1 - People should ALWAYS strive to get a person's name correct because it IS their name and given to a person by the most important people inbtheir life...the parent(s). So, for me, it is a big thing. And if you hadn't said it, I definitely would have. I would hope that was a spellcheck issue.

@kalamere 8 ай бұрын

NO PRETENSE JUST LOVE AND RESPRCT

@basketballblueblood 5 жыл бұрын

The classiest, most humble and poignant Hall of Fame speeches I've ever heard. Pure Magic.

@echoview 2 жыл бұрын

Iverson's was right up there with him

@danieltondorf-dick6083 4 жыл бұрын

Bird and Magic: Like Russell and Chamberlain. Rivals on the court. Friends off the court. There will never be another Bird and another Magic. Respect and much love to Bird and Magic. I’m a Boston Celtics fan and I shed a few tears watching Bird’s dedication speech and Magic’s induction speech. And the best part: Bird and Magic dedicated their being there TO EACH OTHER. They truly are both class acts!!!!!

@khaledkalaldeh3631 9 жыл бұрын

Not only he is a great player. I think Johnson's character is a unique one, modest and respectful. He deserves this award for these reasons too.

@jakeb3055 9 жыл бұрын

well said, Khaled.

@saiyomaru 8 жыл бұрын

+Khaled Kalaldeh i know man, his personality is just so contagious you can't help but smile (no puns intended.....)

@MrMa1981 7 жыл бұрын

A Khaled was my drug dealer here in Italy.

@thebatman4484 6 жыл бұрын

Bacon

@freedomtoservice 6 жыл бұрын

gospel

@newerafrican 5 жыл бұрын

I never get tired of watching Bird's intro. Hick my ass!! The guy is a gem!! And prop's to Magic, too. Humble, gracious and a really great bballer!

@mmmmm_monke8828 3 жыл бұрын

I mean he is a hick like me growing up in a small town

@vincecozzi2545 4 жыл бұрын

"I said suffer baby suffer" Haha Haha Haha Haha Haha Haha Haha

@johannesschluter942 8 жыл бұрын

Loved Magics great, modest speech. But Larrys speech was just golden.

@dusk6159 Жыл бұрын

And to be introduced by Bird, man Magic is great!

@OneAndOnlyLC 8 жыл бұрын

So much class in one video

@BamaTopDawg 8 жыл бұрын

Indeed.

@dennisjr77 5 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t get any classier!!!

@originoa 7 жыл бұрын

that behind the back pass he did on his mom though was fire 5:02

@Hardstyle90 7 жыл бұрын

you killed me

@originoa 7 жыл бұрын

he droppin dimes even on his hall of a fame speech. what a legend.

@ajt5284 7 жыл бұрын

originoa Lmaooooooo

@mikespeedyproductions2118 7 жыл бұрын

he kissed his son , back then who looked to be at least 12-13 on the lips smh , now i see why hes gay now. it can have a long term affect. no disrepect to him

@GranolaBars11 5 жыл бұрын

Michael Zokou please shut the fuck up

@125min 6 жыл бұрын

I can't tell you how happy it makes me to see these two men, one black one white.... To see these two men, admire, respect and obviously love one another in the purest sense of the word. Their friendship is a gift to all of us.

@RemoWilliams1227 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely

@earnestwillis9940 4 жыл бұрын

Damn Larry Bird was the man and their friendship got me crying!!! Damn who cut these damn onions!!

@tannelson6616 10 жыл бұрын

Best introduction by Larry Bird in HOF speech history!

@cubswin7740 9 жыл бұрын

I'm a Bulls fan, but Magic Johnson had an amazing career and is an angel of a human being. It really hits me hard, especially considering he was one of the people who turned the tide of basketball and made it what it is today. Thank you Magic. Thank you.

@loydkline Жыл бұрын

It like saying Wayne Gretzky save the NHL & hockey;; 1980s: cable TV 📺 grew in the 1980s

@clpendygraft 11 ай бұрын

Larry and Magic changed Basketball forever.

@dchange7277 3 жыл бұрын

Magic and Bird saved the NBA. Larry Bird is one of the greatest player ever

@fabiogomes2894 3 жыл бұрын

Probably the the most beautiful, hilarious, respectful and sincere inductee speech ever made, grateful for one of the most touching declarations of love for the game, friends, teachers, teammates, family and opponents. Thank you both!

@seanmcclure 3 жыл бұрын

What makes me so happy is that they were insanely competitive against each other but are good friends in real life. Friendship based on respect last forever.

@Silvatari 7 жыл бұрын

Damn in this video 2002 looks like the eighties

@heavenlyaguilar6607 6 жыл бұрын

Silvatari lmao those were my thoughts

@takingover7805 5 жыл бұрын

Hush 😂 i was 18 then lol cell phones werent even real popular yet lol. 2004 is when they really took off.

@DanYeLL2003 5 жыл бұрын

Just goes to show ya how far we’ve come in a short period of time.

@MrTochiunamka 5 жыл бұрын

Lol, it's true. Those cameras are suspect

@HueyPPLong 5 жыл бұрын

Most stuff from the early 2000s looks like that. Hell even 2010, 11 you can tell looks different from now.

@lphotwunteel5250 6 жыл бұрын

Oh man. Larry and Magic are a class act. What they did for the game in the 80s is undeniable. Special place in my heart for them.

@dswift2392 9 жыл бұрын

The Greatest Point Guard Of All Time Ervin Magic Johnson it will never be another point guard like him ever

@dbr2829 9 жыл бұрын

John Stockton?

@ericmatterson9905 9 жыл бұрын

Coffee Warm Stockton was one of the greatest pure point guards of all time, a top 5. But Magic could play all five positions well

@dswift2392 9 жыл бұрын

Eric Matterson thank you that's what I'm trying to explain a 6'9 point guard that can pass,score,steal,block, and rebound there's no other like him still until this day

@deathsoap 9 жыл бұрын

Coffee Warm he didnt win a nba championship. played all 5 position in the 1980 finals as a rookie. Win back to back titles. Twice against the Celtics. nuff said.

@benmasterz2348 6 жыл бұрын

David Swift steph Curry owns Magic. Magic was nothing when Kareem retired

@captainamerica9725 6 жыл бұрын

I love it! They're the real life Rocky and Apollo

@larry89 4 жыл бұрын

Earvin has nothing but love and appreciation in his heart, great role model.

@copelandtenn 3 жыл бұрын

Magic so often is cutting up, big smile on his face and laughing.... In this speech, his demeanor was more reserved and humble. Spent the whole speech thanking everyone along the way. This contrast from his flashy smile shows this speech is coming from a place very deep within his core - his love for the game, and his appreciativeness of those who helped him mature into one of the all-time greats. Very moving and heartfelt, from beginning to end. Magic...

@daveyo-yo8530 2 жыл бұрын

it makes me think a little bit. Magic came from a time when black people was living under poverty. Those circumstances made people tough not in just their mentality but also their habits and demeanor. To imagine that Magic was just a kid smiling everywhere he goes is pretty heartwarming to see

@Ryenobal 5 жыл бұрын

Magic= Greatest Team Player ever Jordan= Greatest Individual Player Bird= Smartest Player ever

@MAgaSUXX 5 жыл бұрын

well said. Never heard that...but I think youre onto something. However, even though these guys are my favorite too....Greatest is subjective...."one of" is closer to the truth. Wilt, Bill Russel, Kareem, you can look at stats...but I hear ya ...I can go with it.

@justincase4812 5 жыл бұрын

G Ryen - shut the fuck up

@feellucky271 4 жыл бұрын

@@justincase4812 Hush now. These aren't participation trophies kid. Real men earn these with real hard work,dedication,service to their fellow man and most of all a love of the game knowing that their talent is God given. Is that you LeBrick? Sounds like you.

@xJopeRz 4 жыл бұрын

lebron all 3 combined haha

@jonjonharreld5774 4 жыл бұрын

All Facts My Brotha All Facts...One Love Fam...

@alexandresantos8049 3 жыл бұрын

Magic , the greatest point guard ever, and arguably the most versatile player EVER in nba history! LEGEND!

@loydkline Жыл бұрын

Original 6 foot 8 inches point guard

@GaryFox11000 8 жыл бұрын

Magic & Bird really made the NBA hugely popular ! Incredibly smart players & Hard workers ... :)

@takingover7805 5 жыл бұрын

Gary O magic bird and jordan made the nba what it is now.

@brucescott4261 5 жыл бұрын

@@takingover7805 ...Julius Erving revitalized the NBA and set the stage for Magic and Larry. They passed the torch to Jordan. The NBA game you see originally came from the ABA, PERIOD!!!

@takingover7805 5 жыл бұрын

Bruce Scott they made video games called magic vs bird bruh...enough said. Julius was a great flashy player but magic and bird changed the game with their battles and magic flashy passes and bird shooting.

@adamdorgant9454 2 жыл бұрын

You’re right about that!!!!

@brucescott4261 2 жыл бұрын

@@takingover7805 ...Earvin Johnson, Jr. and Larry Joe Bird didn't change the sport. The latter and former kept the NBA from going under, PERIOD!!! I've been watching this sport for sixty-two years, and still counting, "bruh!"

@Baltimorehop 10 жыл бұрын

Incredible. Man I cried. I grew up on Magic & Larry Legend. I just cried right here. That's all I have to say about that.

@drakestar13 7 жыл бұрын

bird magic....outstanding relationship we`ll never see again! awesome

@JeffTygart 7 жыл бұрын

Yep I thought about that now that you dont see anything like it paralleled today.

@danieltondorf-dick6083 3 жыл бұрын

Even myself as a Boston Celtics fan clapped loudly watching Magic Johnson be inducted in to Basketball Hall of Fame. Congratulations, Magic!!!!!

@mariacristinabussani1930 Жыл бұрын

Earvin's and Larry's friendship is a true example for everyone. Thank you guys!! God bless you, Dave

@LordofDublin4 4 жыл бұрын

Passionate, lifelong (over 55 years) Boston CELTICS fan here. Congratulations Magic. The Celtics Lakers rivalry of the 80s will NEVER be surpassed. 🏀

@docelecktronc568 4 жыл бұрын

In this video you will actually see that at heart Magic was really a Celtic fan and Larry was really a Laker fan. Classy and beautiful to witness these two together.

@fabiansandoval6132 2 жыл бұрын

Haha ur an idiot stop talking out of your ass lol

@bayscit 2 жыл бұрын

wouldn't say fan, but they definitely respected the hell out of eachother and their teams because greatness recognises greatness.

@iamalive.1255 Жыл бұрын

I think you're on to something there maybe not in the early years but I think after they filmed the commercial in the summer of 84 there was a friendship that developed and I think when they weren't playing against each other they rooted for each other.

@Pleaver 10 жыл бұрын

Pure class. Makes me miss the grace of days gone by.

@dusk6159 Жыл бұрын

The mentality of Magic and Larry Legend was pure gold.

@aquateen77723 4 жыл бұрын

This man is a winner in basketball and a winner in life. Great intro by Larry too.

@chongqinghotpot 4 жыл бұрын

Best introduction ever. I have been to both of their hometowns!

@hayzee83 11 жыл бұрын

It's awesome that two great rivals have so much respect for each other, this is how sports should be.

@Zamppa86 3 жыл бұрын

Chills man, CHILLS! So awesome to see 2 of the greatest 3 of all time on the stage at the same time like this! The point guard ever, Magic, and the best small forward ever, Larry.

@RemoWilliams1227 9 ай бұрын

Yessir

@vincecozzi2545 5 жыл бұрын

"SUFFER BABY SUFFER "!!!! ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS!!

@archiebrackenridge7785 2 жыл бұрын

Magic and Bird are the best rivalry of all time. Both so humble and kind whilst being two of the greatest

@Daz555Daz 7 жыл бұрын

These two are why NBA is the game it is today.

@Daz555Daz 3 жыл бұрын

@COONHUNTER #1 LB is one of the GOATs.

@micjam1986 3 жыл бұрын

Shout out to Mrs. Bird who made magic lunch one day and changed the world!

@Lg-bv4tz Жыл бұрын

Can't beat true motherhood, best move possible for her to do.

@capitanfuturo594 2 жыл бұрын

*LARRY BIRD AND MAGIC JOHNSON ARE DEFINITELY THE GOATS OF THE 80'S.* This guys saved the NBA.

@nanka2002 3 жыл бұрын

I think I know Larry's speech by heart already.

@TeabagTore 12 жыл бұрын

You gotta respect and admire Johnson and Bird relationship. Two of the greatest players ever! EVER!

@ronaldmagdalera3409 9 жыл бұрын

Larry Bird - Superstar with brilliance, grit and grind mindset for the game!

@X2Finest23 7 жыл бұрын

Two players that defined a generation. Wish I was alive to see it 😔

@SavedDak 3 жыл бұрын

@Hammad S same. These guys were great on court , but even better as men

@daveshaw1721 2 жыл бұрын

Best era of basketball.Diehard Celtics fan but nothing respect for #32

@marksilva6726 2 жыл бұрын

Right on!

@nalcow 8 жыл бұрын

a winner in the whole sense of the word

@kennethbrady 8 жыл бұрын

I'm having a really bad day. A bad week, actually. The kind that really makes you question a lot of things. And I stumbled onto this video, and it made me feel better. Heroes are important. Everyone fights adversity now and then. And seeing Bird and Magic, who embodied such heroic traits, and who both lost so many times only to become ultimate winners...seeng them, remembering them gives me more strength. So...thanks for posting this:)

@travelfoodielove 5 жыл бұрын

Kenneth hope you feel better Bud.

@pr0phet 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you're okay.

@miguelramirez1582 4 жыл бұрын

Kenny Palletera

@a.perkins907 4 жыл бұрын

I wholeheartedly understand & feel your WORDS!! Thanks for your bravery & honesty in this post....You've brighten my DAY!!

@kennethbrady 4 жыл бұрын

@@travelfoodielove I am much better, thank you!!

@HELP_I_HAVE_NO_SKIN 8 жыл бұрын

This video just reminds me why Magic was one of my heroes growing up, sure he made mistakes in his personal life but he not only paid the price but he kept his faith in God, refocused on his family and stayed the course through all the diversity to be extremely successful in all areas off the court too. Way to go Magic!

@thorgardhaugen2193 5 жыл бұрын

the best thing about Bird-his speeches were even better then his game. always puttin others up first. so humble, that's class!!!

@jjs777fzr 8 жыл бұрын

Magic is the quintessential ambassador of the game (or at least what the game meant to many of us in the 80's and early 90's).

@ranmangolf 3 жыл бұрын

Two of the greatest of all times. So glad to have lived during this era

@brianreardon7700 5 жыл бұрын

What a night it was in Springfield mass that night.. magic Jonson a class act!! The best!

@hanschouwman4536 3 жыл бұрын

This friendship is real. He becomes emotional and rightly so. Bird is a friend for life. I can see that.

@poundtrader1414 3 жыл бұрын

always has been 👍

@paulmonaco1148 7 жыл бұрын

Larry LEGEND true friend.

@marioavaughn 8 жыл бұрын

First class players, Bird and Magic. They exemplified TEAM play.

@techracer2003 11 жыл бұрын

Earvin "Magic" Johnson, grew up right with the right people, became a fine example of a great basketball player, but also a great and humble human being...nothing but respect for him

@johnnypastrana6727 6 жыл бұрын

Magic seems like such a decent man...my heart broke when he got sick and when he returned to the Forum he was so brave and I loved him as a human being so courageous and yet so vulnerable.

@RemoWilliams1227 9 ай бұрын

The 1992 All Star game was one of the most beautiful things I ever saw. When he came out and still played like, still ran the show like.... Magic... Still brings chills or tears depending on my mood.

@brettfehlberg9842 7 жыл бұрын

A true gentleman he had humility and class that is rare long live magic and bird.

@GNHawkBA23 11 жыл бұрын

Larry Bird's speech in the beginning is hilarious, what a great rivalry!

@RayK236 Жыл бұрын

The giggles these two men have for each other is priceless.

@bosskey7212 8 жыл бұрын

If you grew up in this era as a kid whether you were a Lakers fan or not, you ALWAYS turned on the TV to watch if Magic was on the floor. The man was an amazing basketball player. Sure there have been better scorers, better assist guys (not many), better defenders. But NOT ONE of them were all of those things wrapped up into one player who could play any position, play against any other player, and have a great amount of success in one fashion or another. Not to mention Magic was a natural leader and one hell of a showman. Magic always had a saying that went like "The first 3 quarters are yours to do as you wish, but, come the 4th quarter it's winning time"....and that summed up everything he was about. SHOWTIME 4 LIFE!

@devinbridgeman557 5 жыл бұрын

Boss Key welp!!!! His name is lebron James

@dennisjr77 5 жыл бұрын

His only equal is Lebron, and a dare say ......Lebron might be better.

@slingshot8721 5 жыл бұрын

Being a hardcore celtic and Bird fan, I have all the respect and admiration for Magic Johnson. He made me upset many times when he beat the celtics, but I knew he was the best and that is nothing to be ashamed about. God bless you Magic! I wander if Magic and Bird ever played PIG or HORSE after retirement?

@lovevibration 11 жыл бұрын

Is this the greatest HOF speech ever?? Amazing speech from one of the greatest.

@SOCRATES012 11 жыл бұрын

I grew up with MJ,Pip,Hakeem,Barkley n Ewing but in my heart, I know Magic n Bird will always be the greatest match up in basketball history. Two Legends beyond words. Thank you for the upload

@wendynoto4726 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love Magic Johnson and everything about him and Larry Bird what can we say he is the best.....

@seankennedy18 4 жыл бұрын

What a loving amazing thing Larry and Magic shared.. We will not see their like again. The best thing that ever happened to basketball.

@RNX09 11 жыл бұрын

you've got to love this guy, speaks from the heart.

@rr1754 6 жыл бұрын

Humbleness is greatness. Magic you truly are the greatest..Thanks for all the memories.

@erwinprime 5 жыл бұрын

These 2 players put NBA in an unprecedented level. Inspiring warriors. Inspiring people.

@peterpaz4877 5 жыл бұрын

EVERY clip of both Magic and Bird should be required viewing for ALL of today's players......

@ladymakini 9 жыл бұрын

What a MAN!!! My God What a MAN!!! thank God for the Vision!!

@tokwa2003 5 жыл бұрын

Larry was class

@wildernessman9388 5 жыл бұрын

Kids these days have no idea how much talent and competitive and humble the old school ballers were.That was when basketball was a team sport.

@caroncoache3951 5 жыл бұрын

Just watching Larry Bird, a humble man, made me cry as he introduced Magic, what a story what a time.A friend gave me senate seats to watch the lakers, I cound not take my eyes off of Magic,he was powerful,large, and a driving force,sweat coming down his face in victory.

@FerallHog 3 жыл бұрын

That was an amazing speech! He was incredible!! Class Act.

@kingunda5013 3 жыл бұрын

Magic and Larry... THANK YOU. ☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️

@devilzdandruff9199 7 жыл бұрын

This is how you bust out a speech... Magic is the GOAT!

@cuteynurse305 5 жыл бұрын

LUV Magic and Larry. Classic Rivalry. GREATEST IN SPORTS’ HISTORY!

@rubenrocha4494 8 жыл бұрын

i'm so glad I'm from Lansing Michigan and born here, he's the main reason why I love bsskethall.

@TIMELESSBACKDROPS 5 жыл бұрын

Me too!! Lansing Michigan, 517

@olly3187 8 жыл бұрын

Nice speech by a nice man

@fredrikdahl1230 2 жыл бұрын

Mad respect to both of bird and magic! Some fantastic players in the history of the nba and basketball!

@stevegoehring1610 2 жыл бұрын

Two of the best ever to play the game.

@martinbarford4071 5 жыл бұрын

in my heart--they're will always be bird and the magic

@CombatSportsTalkLosAngeles 6 жыл бұрын

Two amazing legends. So much mutual respect for each other. Beautiful sight.

@vidarebornlonewolf 4 жыл бұрын

Larry and Magic defined the end of an era where you can be a warrior on the court, but a gentleman and humble off the court. What a difference between Jordan's acceptance speech and Magic's. I still say MJ would not have existed without these two, Larry and Magic. That was the greatest generation in the NBA. I'm blessed to have grown up with it.

@kingamiiamking4915 2 жыл бұрын

Lone Wolf Michael Jordan's acceptance speech was fantastic and impeccable. Michael Jordan doesn't have to humble himself for anyone especially you. Michael Jordan would've been Michael Jordan with or without Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Michael Jordan made the NBA billions of dollars and globally popular simultaneously. Magic Johnson is phony and Michael Jordan isn't. Magic Johnson will do and say anything to remain popular. Michael Jordan is authentic and original.

@ninalilia7851 2 жыл бұрын

@@kingamiiamking4915 dude go take your meds! All that was nothing but empty nonsense!

@indycustommade3568 3 жыл бұрын

Larry and Magic personify what it is to be rivals throughout their careers and after it, be best friends and have the ultimate respect for each other. I truly feel like these guys transformed basketball in many ways. All the guys who play in the NBA today should thank these guys for turning basketball around from what it was.

@saseanne 9 жыл бұрын

Just imagine Larry bird and Magic Johnson in their prime against MJ in his prime, the 90s would look so different

@scoobtube5746 6 жыл бұрын

The Bulls would have won zero championships against prime Lakers and Celtics teams.

@bennyzabala1426 6 жыл бұрын

imagine if len bias is alive that time? flying fist every where😁😁😁

@cheezlayer 5 жыл бұрын

@@scoobtube5746 i don't think so.. The greater the challenge the greater mj gets motivated! He will still rose to the challenge and be the greatest! I love larry and magic i do respect them, but they don't diss Jordan cuz they knew his a big threat! MJ always bounce back for paybacks!

@scoobtube5746 5 жыл бұрын

cheeze zlayer Well, Jordan had his greatest challenge against the 1986 Boston Celtics, the best team in the history of the NBA. How did that work out?

@cheezlayer 5 жыл бұрын

@@scoobtube5746 against a rookie mj? In a none all star team? Ofcourse they lost but he got to drop 63pts, that made larry think how great of a player Jordan was, and he still thinks his right!