Magic Johnson 42/15/7 In The Championship Game vs. 76ers

05.16.1980

Magic Johnson racked up 42 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists as a rookie in Game 6 at Philadelphia after jumping center in place of the injured Kareem.

Brent Musberger even says at the end of the game that Magic only “started” the game at center and played forward Gongfu Tea Cup
guard the rest of the game. Regardless, the myth was born and Magic was crowned Finals MVP.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBXb5Cw-tCU