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"I had alcohol substance abuse. Jerry was the first one to pull me to side" - Michael Cooper credits Jerry West for turning his life around
Coop opens up about "The Logo's" intervention that led him to recovery from substance abuse after his NBA career.
Magic Johnson Sends Message To Lakers Legend Michael Cooper
Michael Cooper was one of the most valuable role players in Los Angeles Lakers history. The five-time NBA Champion spent all ...
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"He's just another ballplayer with a job to do" - How Michael Cooper overcame his nerves before guarding Julius Erving in 1980 Finals
No, he's just another ballplayer with a job to do, just like I have," Cooper explained. All in on Dr. J In Game 1, Cooper would start as the primary defender on Erving, but coach Paul Westhead wasn't ...
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Michael Cooper Breaks Down ALL Celtics vs Lakers NBA Finals of the 80’s
Join us for an exciting episode of "Showtime w/ Coop" featuring basketball historian Josh Schnitman as we dive into the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Lakers Officially Honor All-Time Great with Jersey Retirement
NBA News: Lakers Retire Michael Cooper's Jersey on Monday The Los Angeles Lakers only retire the jerseys of players who have made the Hall of Fame. Now that Cooper was inducted with the Class of ...