Dennis Rodman’s daughter Trinity gets heartfelt praise from Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson after her latest achievement | NBA News
Trinity Rodman made headlines once again as the Washington Spirit forward delivered a stunning game-winning goal against the Portland Thorns, marking her return from injury in spectacular style. The moment was enough to electrify the crowd. He stunning performance also earned a public message of praise from Los Angeles Lakers legend and part-owner of the Spirit, Magic Johnson.
Trinity Rodman earns heartfelt praise from Lakers legend Magic Johnson
On a thrilling evening in D.C., Rodman reminded fans why she’s a generational talent. With just minutes left on the clock, she buried a decisive goal to give the Washington Spirit a 2–1 victory. For Trinity, it was a storybook return after injury kept her sidelined for weeks.Magic Johnson, who is part of the Spirit’s ownership group, didn’t hold back his excitement on X.He wrote, “Welcome back superstar Trinity Rodman! Congratulations on scoring the game winning goal for our Washington Spirit in a 2-1 victory over the Portland Thorns. The entire National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) has missed you!”It wasn’t the first time Johnson praised the young forward, but this moment carried added emotion. After all, Rodman’s prowess in the game has become as much a part of her identity as her footwork and finishing.
Trinity explained her relationship with her father, Dennis Rodman
In an emotionally raw interview earlier this year on Call Her Daddy, she opened up about her strained relationship with her father, NBA Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman.“He’s not a dad,” Trinity said. “Maybe by blood, but nothing else. Hearing his voice is painful.”She described a childhood marked by instability, often living in a car with her mother, while her father’s absence left emotional gaps. Even when Dennis Rodman showed up — like when he surprised her at her NWSL debut — the gestures felt more about control or spectacle than support.“I answer the phone now for my conscience,” she added, “to be like, he needed to hear my voice before anything else happens.”Also Read: Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton attends WWE SummerSlam in style amid his Achilles injuryDespite the emotional weight she carries, Trinity Rodman continues to shine on her own terms. She’s earned a World Cup appearance, Olympic gold, and now, the admiration of sporting legends like Magic Johnson. And as for Johnson, he is known for his extensive support for athletes of basketball or any other sports.
