Johnson revealed that he was initially slated to do a commercial with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, who were also part of the Converse team. NEWSLETTERS Emailed Daily.

T he aborted Converse commercial that would have featured Larry Johnson, Larry Bird, and Magic Johnson is a story that has been recounted and retold many times.When LJ signed with Converse, his ...

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson weren't excited to film a commercial together, but it quickly sparked a lasting friendship.

Converse had been associated with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson for the longest time. So, when had to feature a young Larry Johnson, the idea was very simple.It’s going to be two doctors.

Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas all made appearances in 1980s Converse Weapons commercial . ... In 1986, the Converse shoe brand began airing ads for its "Weapons" model.

Johnson and Bird's regular meetings in the NBA Finals, combined with the unforgettable marketing campaigns, made the Converse Weapon the go-to hoop shoe for an entire generation of athletes.

Larry Johnson (l.) and John Starks (r.) are pictured during the Knicks’ playoff game against the Pacers in May 2024. ... Converse was the start of Grandmama. A: ...

Larry Johnson was drafted first overall out of UNLV in the 1991 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets. He lived up to the hype from the off, winning Rookie of the Year in his first season and coming s… ...