Magic Johnson Retires From NBA After Comeback
Los Angeles star Magic Johnson announced his retirement, saying the decision has nothing to do with health and that he is returning to business interests. He played 32 games this season for the Lakers, averaging 14.6 points, 6.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds, with the team winning 20 of those. Johnson thanked fans and the Lakers organization, and said he looks forward to watching them pursue a championship.
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Magic Johnson retires again weighing the Lakers' future
Commentary on Magic Johnson's re retirement and the Lakers shifting focus to younger stars Nick Van Exel Eddie Jones and Shaquille O Neal. The piece contrasts the old Magic with his later self noting his move from a weighty position dispute over salary and future plans.
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Arkansas forward Sunday Adebayo declares for NBA Draft
Arkansas junior forward Sunday Adebayo confirms he will enter the NBA Draft without an agent. Razorbacks coach Nolan Richardson says the decision came on Sunday and Adebayo is considering college options later, with interest from Memphis Oklahoma State and West Virginia. Adebayo averaged 10.5 points and 7.6 rebounds last season and faced ineligibility questions over a junior college transcript.
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Johnson announces HIV retirement and Lakers comeback
The Associated Press recalls Magic Johnson announcing his retirement after testing positive for HIV on November 7 1991 and later revealing plans to return to play for the Los Angeles Lakers on September 29 1992 amid a renewed basketball chapter.
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Magic Johnson Quotebook Lakers Return Controversies
The record cites Johnson reflecting on his HIV life impact and basketball, noting Nov 2, 1992 second retirement amid Olympic and Lakers concerns, Jan 29, 1996 signing a Lakers contract, and May 14, 1996 choosing to move on on his terms after a prior aborted comeback.
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