Lakers legend Magic Johnson offers prayers after death of infamous athlete OJ Simpson

OJ Simpson died at the age of 76 after a battle with prostate cancer.

Lakers legend Magic Johnson offers prayers after death of infamous athlete OJ Simpson

NBA and Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson offers prayers for the family of OJ Simpson after his death

NFL Hall of Famer O.J. Simpson passed away on Wednesday after battling prostate cancer, leaving behind a controversial legacy overshadowing his sporting achievements. Following the news, Los Angeles Lakers and NBA legend Magic Johnson expressed prayers and support for Simpson’s family.

OJ Simpson‘s family shared the news with the world that the former NFL MVP had passed away. This prompted Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson to react via tweet.

Cookie and I are praying for O.J. Simpson’s children Arnelle, Aaren, Justin, Jason, and Sydney and his grandchildren following his passing. I know this is a difficult time.
Magic Johnson wrote on X

Simpson leaves behind his 5 children and grandchildren after passing away at the age of 76. Johnson offered prayers for his family, who had been struggling with his infamous past catching up with them.

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OJ Simpson was one of the greatest running backs to ever play the game of football. Entering the NFL as a Heisman Trophy winner, Simpson’s play led to him being named the MVP of the 1973 season and an eventual Hall of Fame gold jacket. A feat only few running backs have accomplished.

OJ Simpson and his creepy NBA connection

The accusations and running in with the law had brought Simpson a different kind of fame. Something which has been used extensively in analogies across the sports and entertainment universe.

Despite being a legend in the NFL, the former athlete has had his small bits of association with the NBA. Most notably was when he was being chased by the police on the highways of Los Angeles. At the same time, Game 5 of the 1994 NBA Finals was taking place with basketball legends, Hakeem Olajuwan and Patrick Ewing vying for their first title.

That day, Simpson’s chase managed to drop 30% of the viewers from watching the Finals. Since his infamous acquittal, Simpson has followed the NBA and was even part of a discussion regarding the current big men in the league.

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