Throughout his NBA enjoying profession, famous person Magic Johnson helped form the league into what it’s at present whereas battling it out with fellow legend Larry Chook of the Boston Celtics within the “Showtime” period of the Los Angeles Lakers.
After changing into a world icon and profitable 5 NBA titles for the storied franchise, Johnson abruptly needed to finish his enjoying profession sooner than anticipated after contracting the HIV virus.
He went on to grow to be a really profitable businessman, proudly owning a number of corporations whereas additionally being a part of possession teams of outstanding franchises in MLB, the NFL, the WNBA and MLS.
Johnson made a reputation for himself as somebody who might help flip round a sports activities franchise, having achieved so for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Sparks and Los Angeles Soccer Membership (LAFC).
As standard, Johnson wasn’t content material along with his present scenario and selected to increase it by making an attempt his luck within the Nationwide Girls’s Soccer League, becoming a member of the possession group of the Washington Spirit.
With the icon now on board, the crew’s official X account posted a hype video of Johnson saying he’ll be attending their subsequent NWSL recreation towards the Portland Thorns.
“Oh, it’s gonna be superior! It’s gonna be off the chain!” Johnson stated. “… We gonna win!”
.@MagicJohnson stated it greatest! Tomorrow goes to be thrilling 🤩
The Spirit tackle Portland Thorns at 12:30PM ET Saturday, September seventh!
🎟️ https://t.co/6KZtznnSnE pic.twitter.com/jK7EMqgY90
— Washington Spirit (@WashSpirit) September 6, 2024
Johnson nonetheless has the colourful vitality that made him well-known enjoying for the Lakers and changing into a family title.
It’s secure to imagine that Johnson gained’t cease right here along with his investments in sports activities groups, as he may add extra sooner or later to assist hold that zeal alive.
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