Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson hasn’t played professional basketball for almost three decades now. However, he keeps himself updated on the latest news revolving around the NBA. A few hours ago, Magic took to his official Twitter handle to share a few words with his 5.2 Million followers. With the regular season less than a month away, the former Lakers star has made his predictions, and it’s safe to say that it might ruffle a few feathers.

Whether it’s analysis of the matchups or lending his support during the games, the 5x NBA champion has always been open to making his opinion known to his fans. While his latest prediction might have rubbed some people the wrong way, it might have made LeBron James happy.

Magic Johnson predicts a major showdown

Johnson took to the social media site to write that his “bold pick” for the Western Conference Finals will be his former team and the Phoenix Suns. Furthermore, he stated that in this hypothetical scenario, the Lakers would emerge victorious.

Johnson’s prediction comes in the aftermath of the Phoenix Suns making a big change with their roster. In preparation for the upcoming season, the team acquired 3x All-Star Bradley Beal, former Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkić and former Orlando Magic player Bol Bol.

Even though Johnson has not played for the Lakers for over 27 years now, he still holds a certain level of loyalty towards his former team. If there is anyone who is going to be happy with the voice of support, then it will be 38-year-old NBA star LeBron James.

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Despite him and Anthony Davis being known as an ‘injury-prone duo’, they have managed to keep the Lakers a fan favorite through their skills and prowess. Johnson’s bold prediction for the upcoming season comes barely a few hours after the NBA legend voiced his support for another opinion.

Johnson hints at possibly owning a stake with the Knicks

Johnson recently sat down for an interview with the Associated Press. Having previously owned a partial share of the Lakers and currently boasting an ownership stake in the NFL’s Washington Commanders, the 64-year-old is now looking to maybe make an exciting offer to a $6.1 billion worth NBA franchise.

“I think it would be intriguing. The only team I would actually probably think about is the New York Knicks,” said Johnson during the interview. He stated that he loved going to Madison Square Garden and watching the Knicks in action.

Despite voicing his support towards a potential deal taking place, Johnson has clarified that he has not engaged in any formal discussion with James Nolan, the current owner of the New York Knicks.

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