**Welcome to another exciting episode of Showtime with Michael Cooper!** 

In this episode, we delve deep into the world of the NBA with renowned historian, Josh Schnitman. We kick off with an homage to Cooper's contributions to the Showtime Lakers' five NBA titles and a groundbreaking proposal for a new compensation agreement. The conversation takes us through NBA history, exploring notable teams, legendary figures, and unforgettable moments.

**Timestamps:** 

00:00 - Episode introduction by Michael Cooper

00:30 - Intro Credits

00:40 - Welcoming NBA historian, Josh Schnitman 

00:45 - Tribute to Cooper's contributions to Showtime Lakers' NBA titles

02:00 - Discussion on a new NBA compensation agreement

02:25 - Nick's proposition for NBA Cares charities

04:03 - Reflections on the Washington Bullets, Dick Motta & Wes Unseld

04:30 - Spotlight on Bill Sharman

05:30 - Flashback to the 1988 NBA Finals: Lakers vs Pistons

10:36 - Honoring Arnold “Red” Auerbach

12:00 - Remembering Chick Hearn & Elgin Baylor 

13:04 - Looking back at Larry Bird

15:20 - Celebrating Magic Johnson

16:15 - Recalling Magic Johnson’s iconic baby hook vs the Celtics in 1987

18:00 - Reliving the 1980 NBA Championship Lakers

18:55 - Unpacking the 1985 NBA Championship Lakers

19:10 - Revisiting the 1987 NBA Championship Lakers run

21:44 - A shoutout to Factor Meals

23:15 - Memories of the 1988 Dallas Mavericks

24:00 - Reflecting on Isiah Thomas in the 1988 NBA Finals

25:30 - Michael Cooper's thoughts on HBO's Winning Time series on Showtime Lakers

26:40 - Introduction to FanDuel

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