Showtime with Coop Podcast
Legendary Laker swingman, “Coop,” lends his view on today’s NBA game in comparison to how basketball was played in the 1980s. From lighthearted comments to serious analytics he and a co-host Ari Temkin as well as guests including Showtime Lakers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Pat Riley and Byron Scott, will discuss current basketball games both form a player and a coaches perspective. Known for his defensive skills, highlight dunks and tenacious defense, Coop will break down the do’s and don’ts of the game of basketball. Coop shares a ‘view from the bench’ with intimate stories from the Laker days and from the WNBA, D-league and the Big 3 as a head coach. On occasion, current events in and around the sports world will also be covered e.g. behaviors off and on the court, the business of sports, travel youth ball, high school ball and his experience as a coach in the Big3. As the only person to win a championship, as either a coach or a player, in the NBA, WNBA, and the NBA D-League, Coop’s positive outlook on life and infectious personality is sure to provide unique and humorous insights as a podcaster.
Legendary Lakers swingman, “Coop,” lends his view on today’s NBA game in comparison to how basketball was played in the 1980s. From lighthearted comments to serious analytics he and a co-host Nick Gelso as well as guests including Showtime Lakers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Pat Riley and Byron Scott, will discuss current basketball games both from a player and a coaches perspective. Known for his defensive skills, highlight dunks and tenacious defense, Coop will break down the do’s and don’ts of the game of basketball. Coop shares a ‘view from the bench’ with intimate stories from the Laker days and from the WNBA, D-league and the Big 3 as a head coach. On occasion current events in and around the sports world will also be covered e.g. behaviors off and on the court, the business of sports, travel youth ball, high school ball and his experience as a coach in the Big3. As the only person to win a championship, as either a coach or a player, in the NBA, WNBA, and the NBA D-League, Coop’s positive outlook on life and infectious personality is sure to provide unique and humorous insights as a podcaster. Topics: Basketball, Showtime, Coop 5’Ds, Student-athletes/Education, Attitude/Motivation, Success/Failure, Teamwork/Teambuilding, Black in America/Race, Spirituality/Purpose, Giving Back and Overcoming Challenges (cancer, Injuries, divorce, Bankruptcy etc.)
Join us as for the latest episode of Showtime with Coop. Lakers 5x champion & basketball HOF’er Michael Cooper and co host Nick Gelso, dives into the current state of the Los Angeles Lakers and their championship aspirations in the NBA! In this episode, we discuss the impact of recent trades and player performances, especially following LeBron James’ return from injury. With a strong scoring lineup and the potential for a deep playoff run, the Lakers are gearing up for intense matchups against rivals like the Nuggets and the Celtics.
We also reflect on the new HBO MAX documentary, Celtics City. The Lakers legend and NBA historian look into the storied Lakers-Celtics rivalry, the evolution of the game, and the legacies of NBA legends. Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with excitement for the upcoming playoffs and the dynamics that shape basketball history!
0:00 – Lakers winning it all?
4:14 – JJ Redick’s coaching impact
6:04 – Top duos in NBA
8:10 – All-time Lakers duos
9:57 – Lakers championship hopes
12:34 – PrizePicks
14:26 – Episode 3 of “Celtics City”
19:06 – Coop on greatness of Larry Bird
25:36 – Magic and Bird rivalry
27:18 – Larry’s all-around game
29:18 – Larry’s clutch performance
35:13 – Star Bench Cut: Kareem, Bird & LeBron
36:58 – Kareem’s skyhook
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🏀 Player Evaluations: Hosts debate NBA legends in ‘Start, Bench, Cut’ segment, showcasing differing opinions on player careers.
🔄 Versatility vs. Athleticism: Discussion highlights contrasting views on players like Luka, Lillard, Tatum, and Pippen’s strengths and weaknesses.
🎙️ Future Episodes: Hosts express excitement for upcoming guests and aim to cover diverse basketball stories beyond traditional rivalries.
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1:12 – Start Luka
2:30 – Start Dame
4:05 – Start Tatum
5:50 – Larry Bird’s Defense Skills
7:00 – Game Time App
8:30 – Starting Cheeks
10:10 – Coup’s Comparables
12:21 – Jimmy Butler Comparison
13:40 – Paulo Banchero Comparison
15:39 – Upcoming Guests
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Hosts
Michael Cooper
