116K views · 2.2K reactions | On April 1, 1979 the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-111 at The Spectrum. Julius Erving led the Sixers with 23 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists. The Lakers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar led all scorers with 38 points while adding 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Bobby Jones added 18 points for Philly while Lakers point guard Norm Nixon finished with 20 points, 12 assists and 6 rebounds. | Davenport Sports Network | Facebook

8.6K views · 236 reactions |  the 1991 champs in action! Catch the Chicago Bulls’ highlights from the #NBAFinals when they defeated the Los Angeles Lakers & started their dynasty. Stream episodes 3 & 4 of #TheLastDance on Netflix NOW. | NBA | Facebook

When Rookie Magic Saved the Lakers 🏆🪄 In the 1980 NBA Finals, the Lakers faced a crisis, star center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was sidelined with an injury. Enter rookie Magic Johnson, just 20 years old, stepping up in the biggest moment of his life. Starting at center, a position he rarely played, Magic delivered a jaw-dropping performance: 42 points, 15 rebounds, and 7 assists, leading the Lakers to the NBA title. 🏀 His versatility, fearlessness, and sheer basketball IQ turned what could have bee

Did you know Magic Johnson almost quit the Lakers? In '81, a trade demand shook the NBA, turning him into a villain. But with Pat Riley's arrival, they created the legendary Showtime era! #MagicJohnson #Lakers #NBAHistory | Basketball Buzz