In this captivating interview, Michael Cooper welcomes NBA legend George Gervin, also known as the "Ice Man." They discuss George's high school and college careers, the origin of his iconic nickname, and his take on today's NBA nicknames (00:00-04:55). Gervin shares insights on his toughest opponents, the importance of fundamentals, and his love for basketball (04:55-08:09). He also talks about growing up in Detroit, his mentors, and dealing with prejudice in college (08:09-12:10). Gervin recounts his time in the ABA, playing with Julius Erving, and how he joined the San Antonio Spurs (14:30-19:00). He shares stories from his time with the Spurs, reflects on player salaries, and tells stories about playing against the Showtime Lakers (19:00-22:00). Gervin shares memories of Coach Stan Albeck, Mike Mitchell, and the 1983 All-Star Game (23:00-25:40). Don't miss the incredible story of Gervin's fierce competition with David Thompson for the NBA scoring title (27:00-30:00). Gervin also talks about his fundamental basketball talents, shares stories about Stan Albeck, Tim Duncan, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant (31:00-32:15), and discusses his thoughts on how America can improve (32:15-33:15). Learn more about the George Gervin Foundation at https://georgegervin.org (33:15). Finally, Gervin questions Michael Jordan as the GOAT, cites Boston Celtics legends as the best champions, and talks about the biggest snub on the original NBA Top 50 List (34:00-36:47). — ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 - Michael Cooper welcomes George Gervin 01:10 - George Gervin’s High School and College careers 03:30 - George Gervin explains how he become the “Ice Man” 04:38 - George Gervin says NBA nicknames are “corny” today unlike in the 70’s & 80’s 04:55 - George Gervin Tells the story of his toughest opponents prior to going pro 05:45 - George Gervin Talks about importance of being fundamentally sound 07:30 - George Gervin tells the story of falling in love with basketball 08:09 - George Gervin tells the story of Growing up in Detroit during civil rights 11:30 - George Gervin’s mentors 12:05 - George Gervin tells the story of dealing with prejudice officiating in college 12:10- iconic fight in Evansville Indiana that ended George Gervin’s college career 14:30 - George Gervin tells the story of the ABA & Virginia Squires 17:00 - George Gervin on playing with Julius Erving on the Virginia Squires 18:00 - George Gervin tells the unbelievable story of how he was acquired by the San Antonio Spurs 19:00 - George Gervin tells stories about the San Antonio Spurs 20:10 - George Gervin on NBA player salaries in 2023 22:00 - George Gervin tells story about playing against the Showtime Lakers 23:00 - George Gervin tells a Coach Stan Albeck story 24:00 - George Gervin Tells a Mike Mitchell story 25:40 - George Gervin tells the Story about the 1983 All Star Game 27:00 - George Gervin tells the story of his fierce competition with David Thompson for the NBA scoring title, scoring 63 points in 30 mins to win in last game 30:00 - George Gervin talks about his fundamental basketball talents 31:00 - George Gervin tells a Stan Albeck, Tim Duncan, Mike Mitchell story 31:15- George Gervin calls Michael Jordan an “asshole” 31:30 - George Gervin tells a Kobe Bryant Story 32:15 - George Gervin on how America can be better as a country 33:15 - the George Gervin Foundation - https://georgegervin.org 34:00 - George Gervin questions Michael Jordan as the GOAT 35:30 - George Gervin cites the Boston Celtics legends as best champions 36:47 - George Gervin Talks about the Biggest Snub on the original NBA Top 50 List This segment is from the Michael Cooper Showtime #Lakers Podcast. Subscribe to coop’s podcast below: Sub on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-showtime-podcast-with-lakers-legend-coop/id1509730329 or on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0q58PdBd256PEDwENzQAS0?si=GbPaLWYHQfWbHL1Wl1OazQ&dl_branch=1 — FanDuel, the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media Network. Get your no sweat bet up to $1000 in bonus bets– guaranteed! - when you place your first $5 bet. Just sign up at https://FanDuel.com/BOSTON! 21+ and present in MA. First online real money wager only. $10 first deposit required. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Hope is here. Gamblinghelplinema.org or call (800)-327-5050 for 24/7 support. . —
