Magic Johnson MSU Larry Bird Indiana State 1979 Final Four NCAA Program CGC 6.5
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| Management number | 22532102 | Release Date | 2025/11/11 | List Price | $390.00 | Model Number | 22532102 | ||
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The iconic championship game between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird in 1979 was held on March 26, 1979, at the Special Events Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
* It was the most-watched college basketball game in history at the time.
* It marked the first major national showdown between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird — a rivalry that would later define the NBA in the 1980s.
* The game helped launch the modern era of college basketball on national TV and greatly increased the sport's popularity.
Key Facts:
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* Outcome: Magic Johnson led Michigan State to its first NCAA title.
* Magic’s performance: 24 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists
* Bird’s performance: 19 points, 13 rebounds, 2 assists (but struggled with shooting)
Significance:
* Larry Bird was unbeaten that season going into the final (Indiana State was 33–0).
This game is widely regarded as one of the most influential games in basketball history, shaping the trajectory of both college basketball and the NBA in
| Category | Toys & Collectibles > Sports Trading Cards > Basketball Trading Cards |
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| Brand | NBA |
| Condition | New |
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Basketball Trading Cards
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