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Larry Bird & Magic Johnson: 47 Years Since the Great Show

The March 26, 1979 NCAA game between Michigan State and Indiana State, featuring Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, marked the start of a new basketball era.

On March 26, 1979, Michigan State faced Indiana State in the NCAA tournament. The matchup, highlighted by Larry Bird and Earvin "Magic" Johnson, became a defining moment in college basketball.

The game is credited with launching the careers of both players and reshaping the NBA, ushering in an era of heightened competition and global popularity.