The GOAT debate has echoed through generations, from barbershops to broadcast studios. This week, it found its stage at a Dodgers event, where Magic Johnson, one of the game’s most celebrated figures, gave his verdict. With LeBron James still active and Michael Jordan immortalized in lore, Magic’s choice carried weight not just as a Hall of Famer, but as a voice deeply tied to the Lakers’ legacy.

He didn’t hedge, though he spoke with reverence for the greats. There was a sense this would not be a diplomatic answer, but one grounded in the eras he had witnessed firsthand. And he didn’t stop at just naming his GOAT; he also hinted at a list that would stir the hearts of Lakers fans, ranking the franchise icons who’ve shaped purple and gold history.

“ I would have to say, Michael ,”

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