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Magic Johnson recalls draft connection with Josh Hart at NFL game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 12:09 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Magic Johnson recalls draft connection with Josh Hart at NFL game

Summary

Magic Johnson and his wife, Cookie, were present at the Washington Commanders' game against the Seattle Seahawks on September 27, 2026. The Commanders won 33-31, securing their first victory of the NFL season. During the event, Johnson praised the Commanders and highlighted his connection with Josh Hart, who he drafted during his tenure with the Lakers in 2017. Hart attended the game as a fan and is now a prominent player for the New York Knicks. Johnson took the opportunity to remind fans of that pivotal draft moment while expressing his enthusiasm for the Commanders' performance.

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By the Numbers

•Washington Commanders defeated Seattle Seahawks, 33-31.
•The game was the Commanders' first win of the season.
•Magic Johnson recognized Knicks star Josh Hart at the event.
•Johnson drafted Hart in 2017 while with the Lakers.
•Hart was in attendance as a fan at the NFL game.

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12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Magic Johnson reminds Knicks star of giving him his NBA break amid Commanders’ win over Seahawks

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NBA legend Magic Johnson and his wife, Cookie, recently ran into one New York Knicks star during the Washington Commanders’ recent game vs. the Seattle Seahawks.
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