Newsletter
Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Reading: Magic Johnson Calls Out Anthony Davis And Dwight Howard After Altercation: “In My 42 Years Of Being Associated With The Lakers Organization, I’ve Never Seen Something Like That.”
Fadeaway WorldFadeaway World
Search
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Follow US
Home > NBA News & Analysis > Magic Johnson Calls Out Anthony Davis And Dwight Howard After Altercation: “In My 42 Years Of Being Associated With The Lakers Organization, I’ve Never Seen Something Like That.”

Magic Johnson Calls Out Anthony Davis And Dwight Howard After Altercation: “In My 42 Years Of Being Associated With The Lakers Organization, I’ve Never Seen Something Like That.”

Orlando Silva
Oct 23, 2021
3 Min Read
Share

The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t had the best start to the 2021/22 NBA season. The purple and gold are trying to turn things around following a tumultuous and full of injury 2020/21 season. 

Unfortunately, even after they landed quality veterans, things haven’t clicked for Frank Vogel’s team. To make things worse, their players started having issues just two games into the season. As the Lakers took on the Phoenix Suns, Dwight Howard and Anthony Davis got into it on the team’s bench on Friday night. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2CYAJ4HzFw

They had to be separated by the rest of the teammates and team personnel, but the situation didn’t look good. Although that’s seemingly in the past, that exchange raised many eyebrows around the league, especially from Lakers legends. 

For instance, Magic Johnson didn’t like what he saw from the two big men. The former point guard called them out for disrespecting the organization, claiming he’s never seen anything like that in 42 years of relationship with the Lakers. 

“Dwight Howard and AD got into a physical altercation on the bench…in my 42 years of being associated with the Lakers organization, I’ve never seen something like that smh,” the five-time NBA champion tweeted on Friday night. 

Dwight Howard and AD got into a physical altercation on the bench…in my 42 years of being associated with the Lakers organization, I’ve never seen something like that smh

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) October 23, 2021

It was a terrible night for the Lakers, who couldn’t get past the same team that eliminated them from the 2021 NBA playoff. Phoenix left Staples Center with a 115-105 win that extended Los Angeles’ losing streak. Magic also reflected on this, saying that the Lakers have several issues to fix before being able to compete. 

“The Lakers have a team issue and basketball issue.”

The @Lakers have a team issue and basketball issue.

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) October 23, 2021

The Californians started this season with high expectations. After trading for Russell Westbrook and signing high-profile names like Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, Rajon Rondo and more, plenty of people labeled them championship favorites. 

Well, seeing their preseason matches and how the regular season started, it’s hard to believe that this team can even make the playoff. Still, the season is early and they have room to improve. Then again, as Magic said, they need to work on those issues before it’s too late. When people expected showtime, the Lakers brought it, but this time it’s all drama. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26WjUzRPtzo

Follow on Google News

Thank you for being a valued reader of Fadeaway World. If you liked this article, please consider following us on Google News. We appreciate your support.

TAGGED:Dwight HowardMagic Johnson
Share This Article
Facebook Email Copy Link Print
ByOrlando Silva
Follow:
Orlando Silva has been a part of Fadeaway World for over three years now, starting in March 2019. Trade rumors, hottest news, controversies, and basketball gossip have become his specialties. After several years of seeing the Spurs dominate the playoffs, they've become his favorite team as players for the franchise either rise to the occasion or fall completely from grace. When he's not talking about the NBA, Orlando can be seen watching other sports, making music, or enjoying television series.
Previous Article Stephen A. Smith Believes The Golden State Warriors Could Win The 2021-22 NBA Championship
Next Article Stephen Curry Is Counting Non-Swishes As Missed Shots In Practice To Improve His Accuracy
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Newsletter

Stay up to date with our newsletter on the latest news, trends, ranking lists, and evergreen articles

Newsletter
Facebook X-twitter Instagram

You Might Also Like

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) talks to an official during a break in play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter during Game 7 of the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Denver Nuggets News & Analysis

Nuggets Brings NBA Referees To Officiate A Scrimmage; Nikola Jokic Spends 10+ Minutes In Conversation With Them

October 3, 2025
Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the second quarter against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
NBA News & Analysis

Two Suns Starters Will Not Play Against Lakers In Preseason Opener

October 3, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers News & Analysis

JJ Redick Reveals 4 Lakers Players Will Miss Game Against Suns; 2 Players Will Be On Minute Restrictions

October 3, 2025
NBA News & Analysis

Caitlin Clark Breaks Silence After Napheesa Collier’s Eye-Opening Statements On WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert

October 3, 2025

NBA - Fadeaway World

  • Atlanta Hawks
  • Boston Celtics
  • Brooklyn Nets
  • Charlotte Hornets
  • Chicago Bulls
  • Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Denver Nuggets
  • Detroit Pistons
  • Golden State Warriors
  • Houston Rockets
  • Indiana Pacers
  • Los Angeles Clippers
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Memphis Grizzlies
  • Miami Heat
  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Minnesota Timberwolves
  • New Orleans Pelicans
  • New York Knicks
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Orlando Magic
  • Philadelphia 76ers
  • Phoenix Suns
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Sacramento Kings
  • San Antonio Spurs
  • Toronto Raptors
  • Utah Jazz
  • Washington Wizards

Pages

  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA Media
  • Exclusive NBA Interviews
  • NBA 2K News & Updates

© 2025 Fadeaway World @ All Rights Reserved

  • About Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World Authors
  • Editorial Team
  • Ethics Policy
  • Corrections Policy
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • Contact Us
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?