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There’s nothing left to say. You’re Larry Bird,” said the now 63-year-old NBA vet. “I got that kind of seasoning from Magic Johnson, too,” he added. “Because I was right there in town.

Magic Johnson and Larry Bird kicked off their rivalry in the NCAA Tournament and carried it over into the NBA, straight into America’s living rooms. They represented the best of the best.

With that in mind, it may surprise you that despite staring down fellow greats like Larry Bird and Michael Jordan, Johnson doesn't consider either of them his toughest opponent.