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    Bill Plaschke: Magic Johnson continues to tarnish the Lakers' and his legacy

    by Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times May 22, 2019 4 minutes

    LOS ANGELES - A common theme was repeated by devastated Los Angeles Lakers insiders Monday in the wake of Magic Johnson's franchise-leveling rant on national television.

    "Who's the backstabber now?"

    The rhetorical question struck to the heart of a truth that must be addressed if the Lakers have any chance at fixing their busted front office.

    Magic Johnson could be part of the solution, but he continues to be part of the problem.

    Johnson professes his love for the franchise, yet acts in ways that demoralize it.

    Johnson could be their best ambassador, yet he has become their most visible critic, and this summer that could

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