Popular Los Angeles Lakers players (Part 3)
Michael Cooper
Michael Cooper was one of the most talented and successful defenders of his time. The level of commitment and determination that Cooper displayed on the court made
him one of the most important and revered defensive players in the entire Lakers’ locker room.
Larry Bird, the Boston Celtics legend, once said the Michael Cooper was the greatest defender that he played against and that Cooper was one of those very few players
who made his life difficult on court. Michael Cooper was one of the key elements in the Los Angeles Lakers squad of that era, which witnessed a gruelling battle between the Boston Celtics and the Lakers, season after season to win the championship. He was
pivotal in making the Lakers one of the most feared and stout defences in the league.
When he got hold of the ball, fans would start to cheer ‘Cooop’, a nick name which seemed to give him energy. He was a key element in the Los Angeles Lakers success
during that tenure.
Phil Jackson
One of the deserving people in the list is the current head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson. Phil Jackson occupies a special place in the hearts of
many fans as well as some of the Los Angeles Lakers players.
The word ‘losing’ or ‘giving up’ doesn’t exist for him and all he knows is to win. Over the years, he has brought the Los Angeles Lakers a lot of success. Not only
that, but he is a great counsellor helping his players to emerge from their slumps.
Over the years, Phil Jackson has earned a lot of respecting by mentoring players like Ron Artest and resolving issues like the Shaquille O’ Neal and Kobe Bryant feud
for the benefit of the team. Phil Jackson is one of the greatest coaches of the NBA. During the 90’s, he led the invincible Chicago Bulls to two three-peats. Ever since, he returned to Los Angeles, the Lakers have won two consecutive titles and are looking
for a third one this time out. Although they aren’t the strongest of the teams in the league currently, but when Phil Jackson putting his thinking cap on, anything is possible!
Kurt Rambis
Kurt Rambis is one of those players who struggled a lot in his career. But, when he really polished his talent and combined it with hard work, a lot of success followed
his footsteps.
Kurt was one of the greatest defenders that the NBA world has come across. With his ability to scamper effortlessly, scoring through dunks and then blocking while
defending, he won the hearts of many Lakers fans.
Kurt Rambis was widely popular in NBA for his signature black glasses, he sported while playing and a thick moustache, which some say he thought was his winning ticket.
Kurt Rambis was nick named ‘Superman’ for his extravagant performances and the fans cheered for him every time he got hold of the ball. He retired in 1995.
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