Michael Jordan vs Magic Johnson
Michael Jordan vs Magic Johnson: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson?
Magic Johnson was another fierce competitor during Jordan's rise, leading the Lakers in the 1980s. Their rivalry was highlighted by the 1991 NBA Finals, where Jordan's Bulls overcame Johnson's Lakers.
Michael Jordan
Key numbers
- Career Points32,292
- Career Rebounds6,672
- Career Assists5,633
- NBA Finals MVPs6
- NBA Championships6
Top honours
- NBA Championships6 (1991-1993, 1996-1998)
- NBA Finals MVP6 times
- NBA Most Valuable Player5 times
- NBA All-Star Games14 selections
- NBA Scoring Titles10 titles
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Magic Johnson
Key numbers
- Points17,707
- Rebounds6,559
- Assists10,141
- NBA Championships5
- All-Star Selections12
Top honours
- NBA Champion5 titles (1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, 1988)
- NBA Most Valuable Player3 awards (1987, 1989, 1990)
- NBA Finals MVP3 awards (1980, 1982, 1987)
- NBA All-Star12 selections (1980-1988, 1990-1992)
- All-NBA First Team9 selections (1982-1987, 1990)