Magic Johnson opens up on the moment he shared with Michael Jordan after 1991 NBA finals

Earlier this week, NBA's Twitter account shared a post in which Magic Johson and Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan can be seen hugging after Los Angeles Lakers fell to Bulls in NBA Finals. quote was shared almost two hours after third episode of Michael Jordan's documentary Last Dance was broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2. Bulls defeated Lakers during 1991 NBA finals, which were also last Magic Johnson NBA Finals before his retirement next season. 

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According to Johnson's quote, Jordan came and hugged him after Bulls won championship. Bulls legend was so happy he 'started crying', finally having won an NBA championship. Johnson added that it was a special moment for him and Jordan both. 

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Though re have been various reports about Johnson and Michael Jordan having a sour relationship, two have also been reported to have become close friends over years. Both players apparently became friends while playing for 1992 Dream Team. Over years, Johnson has often called Jordan best NBA player, even calling him best entertainer of all time. 

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