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NBA Great Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson To Speak At UNLV

Author Larry Martino
Magic Johnson speaks during When We All Vote Inaugural Culture Of Democracy Summit on June 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

NBA Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson is coming to Las Vegas, and you’re invited to hear him speak as part of UNLV’s Barrick Lecture Series.

Here’s What You Need To Know About This Event

On Thursday evening, April 18th, Magic Johnson will present “On Business And Basketball” in the Cox Pavilion beginning at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited, but tickets are limited. Furthermore, you must pick up your tickets in person at the Thomas And Mack Box Office.

According to the notice by Keyonna Summers on UNLV.edu, the tickets are free but they’re limited to four per person. The Thomas And Mack Box Office is located just outside the main entrance to the arena on Tropicana Avenue and University Center Drive.

Magic Johnson Has Been Very Busy Since Retiring From The NBA

Magic Johnson is not only an NBA Hall of Famer, but he has become a very successful entrepreneur. Since retiring after the 1999-2000 NBA season, he has become involved in sports franchise ownership.

In 2012 he became a co-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Per Summers’ article on UNLV.edu, he’s also co-owner of “the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks, Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles Football  Club, and eSports franchise Team Liquid.”

Besides sports franchise ownership, Magic Johnson’s entrepreneurial ventures include the EquiTrust Life Insurance Company. Plus, there’s the African-American television network ASPIRE. Moreover, he is a leading investor in “minority-owned technology companies,” per Summers’ article.

So, not only has Magic Johnson conquered the NBA, he’s also conquered the business world. In addition, Johnson is also a philanthropist. The Magic Johnson Foundation does quite a bit of work in supporting HIV/AIDS programs.

His foundation’s charity work also supports the Taylor Michaels Scholarship Program. They provide college scholarship funds to “students from underserved communities.”

Without a doubt, when it comes to basketball or business, Earvin “Magic” Johnson certainly knows what he’s talking about. And now, you can hear him speak on both of those subjects at UNLV on April 18th.

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Larry Martino has been the afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ since 2007. He is also Music Director and Assistant Program Director. He’s been a professional radio broadcaster since 1980, serving as on-air talent, Program Director, and Music Director during his career. As a content creator for 96.3 KKLZ, Larry specializes in writing articles about music, recording artists, movies, food/restaurants, and hockey.

8 Sports-Themed Gifts for the Fan In Your Life

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Are you looking for the perfect sports-themed gifts for the fan in your life? Well, I’ve got your back with this list of 6 items to make your holiday gift the best one under the tree. These are a bit out of the ordinary. Not your standard fair, if you will. I find that sports-themed gifts are truly one of the most difficult to decide on because there’s an endless number of possibilities. You name a product, and I can almost guarantee there’s a version of it for your loved one’s favorite team. Like literally anything. Try it. Because of that, for this list of 6 gifts for the fan in your life I chose some unique items so you can cross off the standard jerseys, signed balls or logo’d fleece onesies on your holiday list.

Every item on this list is available in a wide range of teams. BaseballAlthough I am a Boston-based fan I do recognize that other teams exist (trust me, not a lot of us want to) and was looking for gifts that would appeal to all sorts of fans. I could certainly add more than 6 sports-themed gifts to this but, let’s be honest, you’re not going to read that far. But I’m confident these will pique your interest enough that you’ll be clicking away in no time. When it comes to dogs (ok, pets) and sports I promise I’ll never steer you wrong. Get out there and get a head start on that gift list and let us know what you liked the best. Here are 8 sports-themed gifts that any fan in your life will love.

  • Boston Sports Trivia Game

    Get the gang together and find out who the real Boston Sports Fan is in your group. 500 questions covering Boston Football, Hockey, Baseball, Basketball, Players, Coaches, Trades, Draft picks, Numbers and records, Buildings, ballparks, and arenas.

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  • Boston Champs Hockey Puck Bottle Opener

    It may not be big in size but your reward for gifting this will be huge. How cool is this bottle opener?!  You can even use great coaster as well as a bottle opener. Hockey lovers of all ages would love this unique gift.

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  • Boston Celtics Indoor or Outdoor Collapsible Home Bar

    Take your your man cave or patio to the next level with this pop-up bar the features the officially licensed Boston Celtics logo digitally printed on a banner vinyl cover.  It comes complete with two shelves and we’ll have all your friends talking.

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  • Sports Themed Watch Bands

    I’m in love with these silicone smart watch bands.  The best part is they’re affordable enough to bundle them so the fan in your life can switch them out depending on the game they go to.

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  • MLB Stadium Map

    Got a baseball-loving dad? This is a really cool gift idea for the dad who has made it their mission to visit every MLB stadium in the country. The wooden map comes with painted baseball pins to add to the locations that they’ve already visited. It’s a very cool and unique gift for the sports fan in your life.

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  • Bruins Hockey Team Logo Light

    Light up any fan’s room with this fun find.  Measuring 14.6″L x 14.6″W, how freakin’ amazing is this Bruins neon sign?!  Hang it with pride in your rec room, dorm room, office or den.

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  • Best Dad by Par Golf Ball Marker

    If you’re looking for a fun gift for the dad in your life this might be it. This is perfect for the golfers. Granted there is a solid chance it might get left on the green, but hey it’s the thought that counts.

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  • Baseball Stadium Scratch-Off Print

    Another great gift idea for that MLB-loving person on your holiday shopping list. Like the wooden map, this is a cool way to keep track of the stadiums they’ve been to. Plus it’s great if you’re looking for a gift under $25.

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Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create?  Drop us a line at [email protected]. 

Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.

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