On this episode of Showtime w/ Coop, Lakers legend Michael Cooper and CLNS Media’s Nick Gelso recap the Celtics and Lakers’ start to the season. They discuss former Celtic Marcus Smart’s impact in LA, Luka Doncic’s hot start, and whether the Lakers are a contender. They also react to the NBA’s recent gambling scandal.

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The Showtime Lakers – Byron Scott, A.C. Green, James Worthy, Michael Cooper, and More – Join Joe Hollywood Live on Whatnot, October 28 at 7 PM ET

Special Event Also Marks the Launch of Michael Cooper’s New Book COOP: The Making of a Showtime Lakers Legend.

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NBA Historian Josh Schnitman joins Michael Cooper to talk greatest Lakers of all time, Coop's career, and the future of the Lakers.

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On this episode of Showtime with Coop 2x NBA Champion Mario Chalmers joins the Podcast with Michael Cooper as the guys look back on Mario’s experience playing with LeBron in Miami. The guys also discuss Mario’s list of Top 5 Players in the NBA right now as well as discuss Mario’s experience in the BIG3 including recently winning a championship in the league.

0:00 - Welcome to Showtime with Coop

1:02 - Playing for Pat Riley

2:06 - Winning Championships at different levels

3:25 - 80’s Lakers vs LeBron Heat Teams

5:33 - Ray Allen's impact on the team

6:35 - Comparing Ray Allen and Steph Curry

7:20 - Playing with LeBron

8:20 - Prizepicks

9:34 - Discussion on LeBron's impact on Lakers

13:10 - Discussion on regrets in basketball

15:06 - Top five NBA players today

16:34 - Gametime

19:00 - Experience playing overseas in basketball

20:13 - Top 5 Teammates in Miami

21:25 - Discussion about the Big Three league

26:32 - Wrapping up

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On this episode of Showtime with Coop Actor Miguel A. Nunez Jr. joins the podcast with Michael Cooper as the guys look back on the great rivalry that the Celtics and Lakers had in the 80’s.

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On this episode of Showtime with Coop Actor Miguel A. Nunez Jr. joins the podcast with Michael Cooper to discuss everything Lakers as well as shares stories about his relationships with Jerry Buss. All that and plenty more on this episode of Showtime with Coop!

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Klay Thompson, 4x NBA Champion, Splash Brother, and son of Lakers great Mychal Thompson, joins Michael “Coop” Cooper on Showtime w/ Coop.

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On this episode of Showtime w/ Coop, Lakers legend Michael Cooper and CLNS Media’s Nick Gelso break down NBA Free Agency, including the Celtics’ cap crunch and the Lakers' slow start amid LeBron James' opt-in and growing uncertainty. They react to LeBron’s comments on ring culture, discuss the implications of a potential Lakers ownership sale, and respond to Robert Parish’s fiery “F--- them Lakers” remark. Coop also recaps his team’s BIG3 win over Boston, with standout performances from Michael Beasley and Lance Stephenson.

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On this episode of Showtime with Coop, former NBA Champion Michael Cooper and CLNS Media’s Nick Gelso dive into the biggest headlines surrounding the BIG3 and NBA.

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Lakers legend Michael Cooper goes LIVE on Showtime w/ Coop with CLNS Media’s Nick Gelso to break down the future of the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics, the state of the BIG3, and his thoughts on the 2025 NBA Finals. Coop shares unfiltered takes on roster moves, front office dynamics, and whether either franchise can stay at the top.

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