Magic Kareem Riley And The Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty Of The 1980s

Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s

by Jeff Pearlman

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13186 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	497 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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The Showtime Era

The Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s were one of the most dominant teams in NBA history. Led by Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy, the Lakers won five NBA championships in the decade.

The Lakers' success was built on a combination of Showtime and substance. Magic Johnson was one of the most exciting players to ever play the game, and his no-look passes and behind-the-back dribbles made him a fan favorite. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was one of the most unstoppable scorers in NBA history, and his skyhook shot was nearly impossible to block.

James Worthy was a versatile forward who could score, rebound, and defend. He was the perfect complement to Magic and Kareem, and he helped the Lakers win three consecutive NBA championships from 1987 to 1989.

The Rivalry With The Boston Celtics

The Lakers' greatest rival during the 1980s was the Boston Celtics. The two teams met in the NBA Finals three times in the decade, and the Lakers won two of those series.

The Celtics were led by Larry Bird, one of the greatest players in NBA history. Bird was a fierce competitor, and he always brought out the best in the Lakers.

The Lakers-Celtics rivalry was one of the most intense in NBA history. The two teams played each other with a great deal of passion and intensity, and the games were always close.

The Legacy Of The Lakers Dynasty

The Lakers' dynasty of the 1980s is one of the most successful in NBA history. The team won five NBA championships in the decade, and they were one of the most popular teams in the league.

The Lakers' success was built on a combination of Showtime and substance. Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy were three of the greatest players in NBA history, and they played together with a great deal of chemistry.

The Lakers' dynasty of the 1980s is a reminder of how great the NBA can be. The team was a joy to watch, and they inspired a generation of basketball fans.

The Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s were one of the most dominant teams in NBA history. Led by Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy, the Lakers won five NBA championships in the decade.

The Lakers' success was built on a combination of Showtime and substance. Magic Johnson was one of the most exciting players to ever play the game, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was one of the most unstoppable scorers in NBA history.

The Lakers' dynasty of the 1980s is one of the most successful in NBA history. The team won five NBA championships in the decade, and they were one of the most popular teams in the league.

The Lakers' success is a reminder of how great the NBA can be. The team was a joy to watch, and they inspired a generation of basketball fans.

Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s

by Jeff Pearlman

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13186 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	497 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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