Magic Johnson Advocates for Isiah Thomas's Legacy Over Stockton and Curry

In 2016, ESPN ranked the top 10 point guards in NBA history, with Magic Johnson proudly taking the top spot. However, he expressed disappointment that his Hall of Fame peer, Isiah Thomas, was placed fifth, behind players like Stephen Curry, John Stockton, and Oscar Robertson. Johnson took to social media to argue that Zeke deserved greater recognition. "ESPN ranked the top 10 point guards of all time, and they have @‌iamisiahthomas at fifth. There's no way Stockton and Curry surpass Isiah," Johnson stated. He recalled competing against Thomas during his injury-plagued moments and highlighted his remarkable performance, including scoring 25 points in a single quarter of the NBA Finals. Johnson justified his stance by noting that Thomas had secured two NBA championships, while Stockton, with a 19-year career, had none. He emphasized Thomas's versatility and leadership, stating that Zeke's ability to dominate games was evident in his multiple titles with Detroit. "Leading a team to consecutive championships is a rare feat," Johnson remarked. "The Utah Jazz reached the Finals but lacked a player capable of taking over games like Isiah did. I played against Stockton many times, and h...