Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson wants NBA commissioner Adam Silver to be honored. The 2026-27 NBA season is still more than two months away, but the league recently announced the upcoming campaign’s matchups. But one game in particular has LA Lakers legend Magic Johnson jumping in excitement. As a result, the two teams are slated to face off on opening night, and for this very reason, Johnson wants NBA fans to give commissioner Adam Silver a standing ovation. Basketball fans all over the world should give NBA Commissioner Adam Silver a standing ovation for scheduling the New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers game on NBA Opening Night,” Magic wrote on X.