The mere mention of the name sets off a slew of images. Maybe it's a behind-the-back pass after a mad dash down the court or a perfect shot from 30 feet. Everyone has memories of a grinning Earvin Johnson, because he was, indeed, "Magic" on the court. Never has a nickname been more appropriate or stuck so well. And never has one been more synonymous with greatness. Magic Johnson won five NBA Championships, played in nine finals and earned three league MVP awards with the Los Angeles Lakers. But that's just one part of the Hall of Famer's legend.
A flair accompanied Johnson's exploits. So did an unbridled enthusiasm rarely seen in a professional athlete, let alone a superstar. Part of the 1980s L.A. teams' allure was not only the winning, but the sizzle the up-tempo "Showtime" Lakers, led by the charming Johnson at point guard, provided to fans.
Learn and practice with Comprehensive is the most extensive instructional video on the market. Packed with over two hours of skills and drills, this program will help you become the best player you can be. Learn and practice with the game's best, including Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Carmelo Anthony, Amare Stoudemire, Diana Taurasi, Rip Hamilton, Kenny Smith and legendary California High School Coach Gary McKnight.
Magic Johnson's Fundamentals of Basketball: For Kids teaches the basics that every beginner needs to start playing the game:
The basic fundamentals of shooting a basketball
Learning how to dribble and make the basic passes
Basic stance, positioning, footwork, and moves
Magic is joined by youth instructor June Banks, a terrific team of kids, and this includes highlights and interviews with some of today's brightest stars.
Magic Johnson's Fundamentals of Basketball: Advanced is ideal for junior high and high school level players and coaches and includes:
Tons of drills to advance ball handling, passing, and shooting skills
Strategies for getting open on offense, positioning for defense, and playing the post
Learn the "Power Offense" from legendary high school coach Gary McKnight
Magic is joined by legendary California high-school coach Gary McKnight, Amare Stoudamire, Rip Hamilton, Carmelo Anthony, Kenny Smith, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and top high school talent.
Magic Johnson's Fundamentals of Basketball: Conditioning provides unique exercises and stretching techniques to help you improve your strength, speed, quickness, and vertical leap and includes:
Stretching and warm-up exercises
On-court and in-home drills to improve footwork, speed, quickness, and agility
Exercises and drills to get stronger and jump higher
Magic is joined by world renowned conditioning coach Chuck Williams, Amare Stoudamire, Rip Hamilton, Carmelo Anthony, and Kenny Smith.
