‘He still here? Let me get a ball signed’: Reaction to Magic’s exit
In a sudden press conference, Magic Johnson announces that he is stepping down as the president of basketball operations for the Lakers. (2:00)
Magic Johnson shocked the NBA world Tuesday night when he abruptly stepped down as Los Angeles Lakers team president. Players and personalities around the league shared their thoughts on a surprising twist to an already drama-filled season in Lakerland.
Earvin, I loved working side by side with you. You’ve brought us a long way. We will continue the journey. We love you 💜💛 https://t.co/ofmQl6BtBz
@thekidet is the quote 🐐 https://t.co/45bsbIdcxY
Really Magic??
“I respect his decision, but the game & the business must go on.”
-Shaq reacts to Magic Johnson stepping down as Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations. pic.twitter.com/GAXqUdbCOU
Here come Kobe Bean Bryant for President
Empty press row as all the beat writers are back in the press room transcribing the Magic Johnson news conference https://t.co/MrF3YEXxVr
I don’t know what the HELL just happened with MAGIC JOHNSON!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/Ra9yRDpDYw
Magic Johnson has stepped down as president of basketball operations for the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Lakers were 79-108 (.422) during his tenure, the 5th-worst winning percentage in the Western Conference over this span.
The Lakers have not made the playoffs since 2013. pic.twitter.com/Y6Ln6J2fAo