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The Failed Coffee Table Book: Jackie MacMullan revealed how a publishing "mistake" led to the best-selling story of Magic and Bird

Jackie MacMullan reveals how a failed book project spawned the definitive story of Larry Bird and Magic Johnson—the two men ...

"I think Magic's probably as sick and tired of all this as I am" - Larry Bird sounded off on the NBA's push to make him Magic's rival

To be fair, there wasn't much of the matchup to be discussed, as Bird had just 14 points, while an injured Johnson played ...

I think Magic's probably as sick and tired of all this as I am – Larry Bird once reflected on his rivalry with Magic Johnson long before it began

Larry Bird initially found the media-driven rivalry with Magic Johnson unfair, believing it overshadowed other stars and ...