One San Diego edition of the enduring debate about Larry Bird and Magic Johnson featured a kid who was five years old when he first encountered Bird. Walton’s nostalgia for Bird vs. Magic is personal, but a warm reminiscence of that epic rivalry is shared by millions. The Larry Bird-Magic Johnson dynamic will be far different from the front office than on the court in their heyday. Johnson, Bird believes, is bringing in the right people to help him. Bird spoke highly of Rob Pelinka, a player agent whom the Lakers have selected to be their next general manager.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 06, 2017 11:02 UTC