LOS ANGELES - As Celtics coach Doc Rivers left his pregame press conference yesterday at Staples Center, he encountered another press gathering. Magic Johnson was holding court, flashing his trademark "Showtime" smile and showing faith in the Lakers. (Full article: 761 words)

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