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Magic Johnson's LA Dream
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In 1979, the Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Jazz vied for the NBA drafts top pick via coin flip. The Jazz, having traded their pick, lost to the Lakers, who selected Magic Johnson. Magic, thrilled to join the Lakers, later revealed he mightve returned to Michigan State if the Bulls won. Despite earlier reports, Magic insisted LA was always his dream spot, leading the Lakers to five titles in the 80s. Meanwhile, the Bulls found their star in Michael Jordan five years later.
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