re: Is Magic Johnson one of the dumbest, most successful people of all time?

Kyle Jenner has about as much influence in day to day operations of her makeup business as Magic does in his movie theaters and Starbucks. Neither do anything, but lend their image. Magic trying to sell he is a world class businessman just shows that he is fake.

Magic going scorched earth on the Lakers front office is just him trying to put media/public pressure on Jeannie so she will sell. Only problem is Magic is playing checkers, while Kobe is playing chess. Pelinka is Kobe's best friend and he basically pulled the strings to ruin Magic's credibility with Laker fans. Kobe has for sure taken the lead for ownership when Jeannie inevitably sells.

The battle between Magic/Kobe and eventually LeBron for ownership will be a great 30 for 30 once it all shakes out.