Fantastic Four actor Michael Chiklis dropped a bombshell on a recent episode of The Rich Eisen Show that shocked the entire room. He revealed that he called Magic Johnson a “M*therf*cker” the very first time they met each other.

The 58-year-old actor took his passion for the Boston Celtics to the next level by yelling profanities at one of the greatest Lakers of all time, if not the very greatest. Chiklis met Magic Johnson for the first time on the set of a commercial for the NBA Finals broadcast. The veteran actor couldn’t subdue his passion for the game and yelled, “You M*therf*cker” to Magic Johnson.

But fortunately, Magic understood the joke and laughed it off instantly.

Magic Johnson reacts to Chiklis’ joke

Magic Johnson is popular for his magical skills and sharp basketball acumen on the court. But off the court, he is a laid-back guy with an impeccable sense of humor. In fact, his humility and down-to-earth demeanor are truly exemplary.

Therefore, it is not at all surprising that Magic didn’t take offense to Chiklis’ remark. Instead, he saw the true passion of a loyal and faithful fan. “That’s right, you’re a Celtics guy,” he said to Chiklis after bursting out in laughter.

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Afterward, the Hollywood actor also listed the instances of Magic’s affable nature and goodness of spirit. The 5-time world champion shared intriguing stories of Bird and his rivalry in the 80s. Chiklis described Magic and his peers as undefeated warriors of a bygone age who are replete with fascinating stories.

The rivalry between Bird and Magic

The epic rivalry between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers is one of the first reasons why the NBA became popular with a wider audience in the pre-Jordan era. Kareem and Magic’s Lakers and Bird’s Celtics dominated the 80s. In fact, the two franchises share eight of the ten championships the decade had to offer.

The fierce rivalry between the two teams became a staple of American basketball. It inspired a generation of talented ballers and set the stage for the NBA’s worldwide prosperity. Additionally, it gave birth to incredible stories that still fascinate posterity.

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