1988-89 Earvin “Magic” Johnson Los Angeles Lakers Game-Used & Twice-Autographed Home Jersey

Magic Johnson’s 1988-89 Game-Worn Jersey: A Legendary Piece of NBA History

A Testament to Greatness

Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a name synonymous with basketball excellence, is celebrated as one of the most mesmerizing guards in NBA history. His unparalleled style of play, characterized by his passing flair and ability to control a game, has left an indelible mark on the sport. Johnson’s illustrious career includes five NBA Championships, three NBA Finals MVP awards, and three regular season MVP awards, including one during the 1988-89 season. During this remarkable season, Johnson averaged an impressive 22.5 points, 12.8 assists, and 7.9 rebounds per game, leading his team to yet another NBA Finals appearance.

The Iconic Jersey

This extraordinary piece of basketball memorabilia is a game-worn jersey from the 1988-89 season, a testament to Magic Johnson’s enduring legacy. The front left tail features a strip tag that reads, “Designed & Tailored Exclusively For LOS ANGELES LAKERS,” accompanied by a “MacGregor Sand-Knit” size “42” manufacturer’s tag. Adjacent to these are two white swatches that read, “88” and “2”LB”. On the right inseam, a “100% NYLON” tag with washing instructions is present. The left chest proudly displays the official “NBA” logo, embroidered with precision.

• Team Name: “LAKERS” emblazoned across the front.
• Player Number: “32” appears on both the front and back.
• Player Name: “JOHNSON” graces the back of the jersey.
• Material: Yellow mesh with purple on white tackle twill lettering and numbering.

Signatures and Provenance

The jersey is adorned with Magic Johnson’s signature in white pen inside the back player number “2” and in black pen adjacent to the front player number “3”. These signatures, in our opinion, rate a 9 overall. This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent use. Accompanying this piece is a Lakers Letter of Authenticity (LOA) stating that the jersey is sourced directly from the late Dr. Jerry Buss. Additionally, it comes with an LOA from JSA for the two signatures, as well as a high-resolution photomatch analysis, which can be viewed here.

A Piece of Basketball History

This jersey is not just a piece of fabric; it is a fragment of basketball history, a symbol of Magic Johnson’s enduring legacy and the indelible mark he left on the game. As one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History and an inductee into the NBA Hall of Fame in 2002, Johnson’s contributions to the sport are unparalleled. This jersey represents a pivotal moment in his career and offers a unique opportunity for collectors and fans alike to own a piece of NBA history.

For those interested in acquiring this remarkable artifact, it is available through our NBA auctions. If you have your own piece of history, feel free to send it to the NBA items appraisal experts at Grey Flannel Auctions.

* This text was generated from the original auction listing.