The NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest has long been one of the most exciting events of the All-Star weekend, showcasing ...

LOS ANGELES — Michael Cooper’s induction into the ... “Because it’s Lakers,” Cooper responded when asked to explain on his previous comment. “This is hometown. The Hall of Fame is ...

Michael Cooper spent his entire career with the Los Angeles Lakers as a defense-minded guard who always focused on helping his Showtime teammates to be stars. When the Lakers raised Cooper's No ...

Los Angeles Lakers legend Michael Cooper has picked Larry Bird as the hardest player for him to guard, even over Michael Jordan. During an appearance on the All The Smoke podcast, Cooper ...

But you know, people ask me all the time, ‘Who’s the hardest player?’ And I always say him, because I played against Michael ...

With expectations growing, the Trojans’ sheer talent has required constant adjustment from both players and Gottlieb, who ...

The smile widened on Michael Cooper’s face. Then, the tears flowed. He just saw the Los Angeles Lakers retire his No. 21 jersey at halftime of the Lakers’ game against the San Antonio Spurs on ...

And yet, after Monday night, it wasn’t even the most “special” honor Cooper has received over the last few months. The former Lakers defensive stalwart’s No. 21 jersey was retired and raised to the ...