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Michael Cooper on Racist Celtics Fans: I Was Called All Kinds of Names (Part 8)

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Former Lakers defensive stalwart Michael Cooper reflected on the intense rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics during the 1980s. Cooper revealed he endured racist slurs from Celtics fans, describing the hostile atmosphere in Boston as a tough environment for players of color. “I was called all kinds of names,” he admitted, though he emphasized that the Boston team itself wasn’t racist—rather, it was the city’s fanbase. Cooper also touched on the high stakes of the rivalry, marked by physical play and deep competitive tension. Despite living through challenging moments, he praised the impact that Magic Johnson and Larry Bird had on elevating the NBA.

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