EARVIN “MAGIC” JOHNSON 1992 SUMMER OLYMPICS OFFICIAL "DREAM TEAM" BLUE JERSEY

Ervin “Magic” Johnson was the inspirational leader for the 1992 Olympic Men’s Basketball team. Magic had shocked the world on November of 1991 with his announcement that he’d contracted HIV and had to immediately retire. While he was retired and without playing a regular season game the NBA fans elected him to the 1992 All-Star game, he played. Magic knew if the opportunity to play for his country arose, he’d take it. When professional athletes were allowed to participate in the Olympic Games, Magic knew he had his chance. This 1992 Olympic "Dream Team" blue mesh jersey was made for use by Magic Johnson during Olympic competition. The games were played in Barcelona during the summer of 1992. On the left tail is the "Champion" exclusive label reading "1992 Summer Olympic Games" and next to this is the "Champion" label with the size "44." On the inside left tail is the "3 Extra Body Length" label. On the front of the shirt is the "USA Basketball" ironed on emblem and on the back is the name "Johnson" in white ironed on letters. The player number "15" appears on both the front and back of the jersey in red on white ironed on numbers. On the upper left front is the "Champion" logo. LOAs from MEARS (A5) and Grey Flannel.