NBA Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Nuggets-Lakers Game

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EL SEGUNDO, CA – SEPTEMBER 20: Earvin “Magic” Johnson discusses the upcoming Los Angeles Lakers’ season at UCLA Health Training Center on September 20, 2018 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

On Saturday night, the Denver Nuggets and Los Angels Lakers played a thrilling game in California.

The Lakers won by a score of 127-125 (in overtime).

Austin Reaves led the team with 32 points, seven rebounds, six assists, one steal and one block while shooting 12/21 from the field and 3/8 from three-point range in 46 minutes of playing time.

Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Nuggets Game

GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 22: Earvin “Magic” Johnson speaks during the unveiling of Los Angeles Lakers former head coach Pat Riley statue at Crypto.com Arena on February 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luiza Moraes/Getty Images)

Following the game, Lakers legend (and Basketball Hall of Famer) Magic Johnson sent out two posts (via X).

Johnson’s first post: “Tonight’s Lakers vs. Nuggets game had Playoff-level intensity!”

Johnson’s second post: “Luka’s fall away jump shot sealed the victory for the Lakers 127-125. Luka ended with a 30 point, 11 rebound, 13 assist triple double and got a lot of help from Austin Reaves who sent the game into OT. The Lakers were down three with five seconds to go. Reaves got fouled, made the first free throw and missed the second but got his rebound and made a crucial game-tying shot! He ended with 32 points.”

Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. 

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