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The meeting between Bird and Magic, two individuals from starkly different backgrounds, began an iconic rivalry that spanned years. Bird, the silently driven figure from Indiana, faced off against the charismatic and showy Johnson. Their contrasting styles captivated the basketball world. Despite Bird’s prowess on the collegiate level, the championship game saw Magic and his Spartans prevail, yet Bird etched his name in the annals of college basketball with averages of 30 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists.