Michael Cooper and Darren Daye of the Celtics & Bulls Talk 1980s NBA

Michael Cooper and Darren Daye of the Celtics & Bulls Talk 1980s NBA

From NBA History Story Tellers on CLNS by Nick Gelso, CLNS Media

May 13, 2026 · 32 min

About this episode

Darren Daye shares his basketball journey and insights on the 1980s NBA, including his time with the Celtics and memorable playoff moments.

Welcome to another exciting episode of Showtime with Michael Cooper on CLNS! This week, we have the pleasure of hosting Darren Daye, a pivotal member of the 1987 Boston Celtics. Join us as we dive into Darren's basketball journey, from his college days to playing with NBA legends, and his unforgettable moments on the court. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive content! **Timestamps:** 0:00 - Welcome to Showtime with Michael Cooper 1:58 - Importance of education 5:02 - College basketball vs. elite schools 6:33 - Playing basketball in Europe over NBA 10:57 - Darren Daye Joining the Celtics 12:51 - Darren Daye on Playing with legends 17:23 - Darren Daye’s Signature playoff moment in 1987 19:40 - Game-winning free throws 22:10 - Lakers Waiting for Boston in 1987 24:44 - John Wooden 26:25 - KC Jones, Great Player 29:00 - 2024 Celtics Championship Chances 31:21 - Playoff Energy and Effort Tune in to hear Darren Daye share his insights and experiences, including his thoughts on education, the differences between college basketball and elite schools, and the challenges and rewards of playing in Europe versus the NBA. Relive his iconic moments with the Celtics…

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