Author: Chris Lyons     Published: 4/10/2026  Youtube

 

Building a Billion-Dollar Empire Outside Basketball | Magic Johnson on a16z

a16z’s Chris Lyons speaks with Earvin “Magic” Johnson about his 30-year journey from athlete to billionaire businessman. They cover the art of deal-making, lessons from mentors Michael Ovitz and Dr. Jerry Buss, and Magic’s sports ownership portfolio, from the Dodgers to the Commanders to the Sparks. They also discuss what the next generation of athletes and entertainers should know about equity, building teams, and taking risks. Follow Magic Johnson on X:   / magicjohnson   Follow Chris Lyons on X:   / chrislyons