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Spoelstra compares Giannis to Magic Johnson after preseason opener
Original: Giannis draws Magic Johnson comparison from Erik Spoelstra after Heat's preseason opener https://www.nytimes.com/athleti
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra drew a comparison between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Magic Johnson following the Heat's preseason opener. The comment about the Milwaukee Bucks star immediately drew attention from basketball fans and analysts, given the stature of both names, and sparked debate about where the Greek forward stands among the game's all-time greats heading into the new NBA season.
Why now: A high-profile coach invoking Magic Johnson when discussing Giannis is notable praise that fuels debate about the star's place in NBA history.
Giannis AntetokounmpoErik SpoelstraMagic JohnsonMiami HeatMilwaukee Bucks
Evidence
- Giannis draws Magic Johnson comparison from Erik Spoelstra after Heat's preseason opener https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7657127/2026/10/03/giannis-magic-johnson-heat-spoelstra/ # Sports # Basketball # NBA · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 2
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