Magic Johnson: The College Years

SI Staff | Nov 6, 2011

Magic Johnson: The College Years /

Magic Johnson: The College Years

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Before he was an NBA icon, Magic Johnson was a college student at Michigan State. In this photo shoot, Johnson gives SI a tour of the campus in his hometown of East Lansing.

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Magic and a fellow student exchange pleasantries during a stroll through campus.

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Magic is clearly not used to the media attention.

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Magic hits up Arby's for a mid-afternoon snack.

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Magic heads to class.

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Magic poses by the bike rack.

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Magic at his childhood home.

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Magic hangs out at home with dad, Earvin Sr. (left) and friend Charles Tucker.

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Magic, his father and family friend Charles Tucker.

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Magic enjoys some downtime on his couch.

Published Nov 6, 2011

SI STAFF