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"Some guys came out and said, 'I don't want to play against the guy if I have a chance to get sick'" - The fear of HIV almost kept Magic Johnson out of the 1992 All-Star Game

The article discusses how Magic Johnson's participation in the 1992 NBA All-Star Game was nearly thwarted by fear and stigma surrounding his HIV diagnosis. Despite his announcement in 1991 that he was HIV positive, Johnson was eager to return to basketball. However, his comeback was met with resistance from some players who were concerned about the risk of contracting HIV through contact during the game. NBA Commissioner David Stern had to intervene, ensuring that Johnson could play by addressing the players' fears and providing education about HIV transmission. Johnson's participation in the All-Star Game was significant not only for his personal comeback but also for raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, demonstrating that the virus could not be spread through casual contact like playing basketball.

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