1991-92 NBA season

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Sources
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Contents

Notable Occurrences

In one of the most shocking announcements in sports history, Lakers star Magic Johnson announces his retirement early in the season after receiving the news that he had tested HIV-positive.
Philadelphia 76er Charles Barkley honors Johnson by switching from his usual number 34 to 32, which he will wear for the entire season. The 76ers had retired the number in honor of Billy Cunningham, who un-retired it for Barkley to wear.
Due to back problems, Celtics star Larry Bird retires at the end of the season, thus bringing one of the most memorable eras in NBA history (Magic vs. Bird) to a close.
The NBA All-Star Game was played at the Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida, with the West defeating the East 153-113. In an emotionally charged game, Magic Johnson wins the game's MVP award.
The Utah Jazz play their first game at the Delta Center.

Central Division
Team W L PCT. GB
Chicago Bulls C 67 15 .817 -
Cleveland Cavaliers 57 25 .695 10
Detroit Pistons 48 34 .585 19
Indiana Pacers 40 42 .488 27
Atlanta Hawks 38 44 .463 29
Milwaukee Bucks 31 51 .378 36
Charlotte Hornets 31 51 .378 36

Pacific Division
Team W L PCT. GB
Portland Trail Blazers 57 25 .695 -
Golden State Warriors 55 27 .671 2
Phoenix Suns 53 29 .646 4
Seattle SuperSonics 47 35 .573 10
Los Angeles Clippers 45 37 .549 12
Los Angeles Lakers 43 39 .524 14
Sacramento Kings 29 53 .354 28

C - NBA Champions

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