Magic Johnson has taken his talents to the football field. Magic, along with a few investors and billionaire Josh Harris, recently purchased the NFL team, the Washington Commanders. He is now a part-owner of the franchise. This has put him in place to mentor and influence the players and also bring about changes within the organization.
Following his involvement in ownership, Johnson has brought some major changes to the team. He is ready to help the team and to lead the players to be a winner on and off the field.
Magic Johnson explains investment and the results he expects out of it
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In a recent interview on CBS with James Brown, the Los Angeles Lakers legend shared his impact on the team and what the new ownership is doing for the team.
Johnson said that they have already spent 50 million dollars on upgrading the stadium and the facilities. Doing this will also motivate the players, as they will understand that the ownership group is really serious about winning. Johnson then explained that when the management gives the players everything they need, the team will feel better and want to perform to the best of their abilities. This will help them bring out their best. And that’s all that Magic wants. Just do your best for yourself.
The 5x champ then reaffirms that the whole plan is not for him but for the players. He said, “I want them to reach their goals and dreams”. Johnson mentions that the people who matter the most are the players. And now the players also understand that the ownership group wants the best for them as well.
How Magic’s involvement helps the team?
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Magic Johnson elaborates that the biggest asset they have now is that they have him.
He then said, “Now they have someone who has been there and done it”. The 64-year-old explains that he has been on the big stage with the fans watching and performing at the highest level. Along with performing well, he has won championships in his game as well.
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Magic Johnson could already see the changes within the team. He has players coming up to him and asking a lot of questions. This made him realize that the players wanted to learn from him. They also want to know all the information that the NBA veteran can provide for them when it comes to winning matches. Magic Johnson, being the winner he is, seems to be the best person for this role.
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