Magic Johnson is one of the most iconic basketball legends of all time. He dominated the court during a playing time span of 13 seasons. Post-retirement from the basketball court, he also made an additional association with baseball. In 2012, Johnson became a co-owner of an MLB franchise.?

Earvin Magic Johnson Jr. got worldwide recognition as one of the best point guards in the sport. He made his NBA debut with the Los Angeles Lakers, playing along until his eventual retirement. Johnson is a 12-time All-Star who won five NBA final trophies.?

Johnson became one of the investors bidding for ownership of the MLB team, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in 2012. With his $620 million worth, Johnson thus successfully bought stakes in the franchise that same year. The Johnson-led group of investors paid $2 billion to buy the Dodgers.?

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Under Magic Johnson’s ownership, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in 2020. Thus adding another feather to Johnson’s cap. In the ongoing MLB season, the Dodgers clinched the zonal division crown. Now the team is presently contesting in the postseason games.??

Johnson earned celebrity status through his sporting success, thus becoming a part of American mainstream pop culture. He is often a common sight at talk shows. On one occasion, he visited the famous Jimmy Kimmel talk show. Discussing various topics, they even talked about the Dodgers at one point.?

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Kimmel jokingly asked Johnson whether he takes the Dodgers players out on vacation. Johnson replied with a smile, saying, “They make too much money. They should be taking me on trips. You know, I talk to Mookie and the rest of the guys, anytime they want to have a conversation. Isn’t working something else.”?

Magic Johnson’s life as a proficient entrepreneur?

Although Johnson retired as a player a long time ago, he still has maintained a connection with the sporting world. Along with being the co-owner of the Dodgers, Johnson also owns minor stakes in WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks. With an aim of expanding his entrepreneurial ventures, he also reportedly bid for an NFL franchise ownership. Johnson is also the owner of the conglomerate company Magic Johnson Enterprises.

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So, how much of a successful MLB team owner is Magic Johnson according to you??