Showtime Podcast with Michael Cooper - 5x NBA Lakers Champion
CLNS Media Network
171 episodes
2 weeks ago
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.)
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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.)
Byron Scott & Coop Sound Off on NBA Ratings Crisis, JJ Redick vs Charles Barkley & More
Showtime Podcast with Michael Cooper - 5x NBA Lakers Champion
31 minutes
10 months ago
Byron Scott & Coop Sound Off on NBA Ratings Crisis, JJ Redick vs Charles Barkley & More
Join us for a special New Year edition of "Showtime with Coop," where host Michael Cooper sits down with NBA legend, and former Lakers teammate, Byron Scott to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their iconic 1985 championship victory over the Boston Celtics.
In this fun conversation, Scott shares his insights on the fierce rivalry that defined their era and the hard work that led to their historic win.
As they delve into the current state of the NBA, Scott and Cooper discuss the impact of today's playing style on fan engagement and why the media shouldn't bear the blame for declining ratings.
Plus, don't miss the fun segment "Start, Bench, Cut," where Scott weighs in on the greatest players of all time, including Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. Tune in for a blend of nostalgia, basketball analysis, and heartfelt reflections on family and resolutions for the new year!
#lakeshow #nbahistory #lebron
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KEY TAKEAWAYS 💡
🏆 Reflecting on History: Byron Scott recalls the 1985 championship victory over the Celtics, highlighting teamwork and determination.
🏀 NBA's Current Challenges: Scott and CP discuss declining fan engagement due to the isolation-heavy style of play in the league.
👥 Media's Role: Scott emphasizes that the media isn't to blame for NBA ratings; it's about players' performance and style.
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TOPICS ⏰
0:10 - New Year Edition introduction
1:15 - Reflecting on 1985 championship
2:28 - Fond memories of the championship season
5:01 - Importance of training and conditioning
6:41 - Starting training camp with focus
8:00 - Players remembered from past rivalries
10:44 - Importance of rivalry in basketball
13:41 - Critique of current basketball playstyle
14:49 - Viewership decline due to game style
18:14 - Starting MJ over Kobe and LeBron
20:30 - Starting James Worthy over Dominique Wilkins
21:46 - Bench Dominique, cut Anthony Edwards
22:57 - Respect for past players emphasized
25:21 - New Year's resolution to be a better grandfather
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Showtime Podcast with Michael Cooper - 5x NBA Lakers Champion
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.)
