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Magic Johnson: Inside Lakers star's return after 1981 knee injury
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Magic Johnson's Airball Ends Lakers Season (1981 Playoffs vs. Rockets)
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If Magic Johnson had not gotten injured in the 1980-1981, could the Los Angeles Lakers have beaten the Boston Celtics if they made the finals? - Quora
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Larry Bird's epic All-Star Game resume - CelticsBlog
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Magic Johnson: Inside Lakers star's return after 1981 knee injury - Sports Illustrated Vault
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Why did Magic Johnson request trade from Lakers in 1981? Hall of Famer couldn't overcome differences with coach Paul Westhead
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Magic Johnson, Bo Kimble, John Wooden and Gail Goodrich defined basketball in Los Angeles - ESPN
If Magic Johnson had not gotten injured in the 1980-1981, could the Los Angeles Lakers have beaten the Boston Celtics if they made the finals? - Quora
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