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Feb 16, 2024 · Cooper, a five-time NBA champion with the Lakers and an eight-time All-Defensive team selection, was previously a finalist in 2022. Adande, who is the director of sports journalism at Northwestern ...
Nov 23, 2023 · Mickey Cooper, 64, was fatally shot at a park where he and his brother, former Lakers star Michael Cooper, played basketball as kids. A 24-year-old man was arrested. Nov. 20, 2023
Apr 5, 2024 · Michael Cooper never made an All-Star game, but he was arguably as integral to those Showtime Lakers as anyone not named Johnson or Abdul-Jabbar. He played several positions and roles in 12 seasons with L.A., and he was one of the greatest defenders ever, not to mention an excellent 3-point shooter and a very serviceable facilitator.
Robert Parish recently joined Michael Cooper on his Showtime podcast. The 2 legends Relive the 1984 & 85 Celtics vs Lakers NBA Finals. Coop and parish chart the Larry Bird Magic Johnson rivalry and how it expanded to encompass and revive the Boston vs LA Rivalry of the Red Auerbach, Bill Russell, Jerry West and Wilt Chamberlain matchups of the 1960s.
Feb 19, 2022 · NBA All-Star report: Michael Cooper a finalist again for Hall of Fame. Lakers forward Michael Cooper attempts a layup against Spurs guard Johnny Moore during Game 4 of their playoff series in 1983.
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Mar 1, 2022 · Michael Cooper was born in Beaumont, Texas. Cooper earned a bachelor's degree in business from Lamar University and a master's degree in psychology from Grand Canyon University. His career experience includes working as a pastor at his local church, president of the South East Texas Toyota Dealers, and in executive management with Kinsel Motors.
Laker forward Michael Cooper raises his finger to signify the Lakers are #1 at the end of the game 6/4. Cooper threw in 6 three point baskets in 7 tries. (Credit: Bettmann / Getty) ...
