Larry, you only told me one lie. You said there will be another Larry Bird. Larry, there will never, ever be another Larry Bird.
MAGIC JOHNSONLarry, you only told me one lie. You said there will be another Larry Bird. Larry, there will never, ever be another Larry Bird.
MAGIC JOHNSONGod blessed me with two unbelievable parents, and I am just like both of them. I have the smile and charisma of my mother and the big heart of my mom, because she wants to save the world and help the world, so I am just like her.
MAGIC JOHNSONIf people around you aren’t going anywhere, if their dreams are no bigger than hanging out on the corner, or if they’re dragging you down, get rid of them.
MAGIC JOHNSONIf the community is happy, then they support your business and if your business is doing well, then you can give back even more to the community.
MAGIC JOHNSONThe real story is that I had unprotected sex. That’s that. That’s easy.
MAGIC JOHNSONEven as a fierce competitor I try to smile.
MAGIC JOHNSONYou’re the only one who can make the difference. Whatever your dream is, go for it.
MAGIC JOHNSONWhen you are honest and open with young people, they let you in.
MAGIC JOHNSONJealousy is invariably a symptom. Just like right now with the whole mortgage crisis, I want to help people get back into their homes.
MAGIC JOHNSONThe looks, the stares, the giggles . . . I wanted to show everybody that I could do better and also that I could read.
MAGIC JOHNSONIf you want someone to be your mentor, you better be ready to listen and be humbled.
MAGIC JOHNSONI am a vegetable man anyway. And I also get a lot of rest. That’s the key I may be up early, but I’m in bed early too.
MAGIC JOHNSONYou also have to research your competition.
MAGIC JOHNSONMagic is crazy. He is that crazy wild guy on the basketball court that is very intense and very serious. He is the guy who lives and eats and breathes basketball.
MAGIC JOHNSONI started in business over 25 years ago and have found a way to build on what I’ve learned through every partnership and opportunity.
MAGIC JOHNSONDon’t give up! Be friends with people who help you work hard.
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