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.

That said, Bird always felt a sense of fear before every game, especially those against arch-rivals like Magic Johnson and ...

Magic Johnson and Larry Bird’s rivalry is regarded as one of the best in basketball history. It all started in college when Johnson’s Michigan State team and Bird’s Indiana State team faced off in the ...

"Just became the biggest Magic Johnson fan" - Ice Cube said legendary 1979 NCAA final between Magic and Larry Bird made him fall in love with basketball originally appeared on Basketball Network. Los ...

Magic Johnson took a trip down memory lane, reminding everyone that it was his and Larry Bird’s famed rivalry in college basketball that literally created the term ‘March Madness’. While Johnson ...

If you know anything about basketball you know at least a little something about the rivalry between Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. It ran deep, and all began when the two matched up in college and ...

Since he arrived in the NBA in 1979, most knew that Earvin "Magic" Johnson would be bound for greatness. He proved that, winning several championships with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, he remained ...

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) in action against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images / RVR Photos-Imagn Images ...

Two TV programs celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Michigan State-Indiana State NCAA title game will air this weekend. ESPN Classic will offer a presentation of the game at 9 tonight. Hosted by ...