1986 Fleer Michael Cooper #17 PSA 8

The 1986 Fleer Michael Cooper rookie card is a classic piece of basketball history, capturing the defensive anchor of the legendary "Showtime" Los Angeles Lakers. Known for his lockdown defense and high-flying dunks, Cooper was a vital component of the Lakers' championship runs throughout the 1980s.

This graded card is a key addition for collectors of the iconic 1986 Fleer set, which is widely celebrated as one of the most important basketball card releases of all time.

Card Details

• Year: 1986
• Set: Fleer
• Card Number: 17
• Parallel: Base
• Grading Company: PSA
• Grade: 8

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 1187
• Population in Higher Grades: 1552
• Total Graded Population: 3332

Career Highlights

• Played for Pasadena City College in the NJCAA from 1974-1976.
• Played for the University of New Mexico in the NCAA from 1976-1978.
• Played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA from 1978-1990.
• Played for Pallacanestro Virtus Roma in the Lega Basket Serie A from 1990-1991.
• Five-time NBA Champion with the Los Angeles Lakers (1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, 1988).
• Named NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 1987.
• Five-time NBA All-Defensive First Team selection (1982, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1988).
• Three-time NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection (1981, 1983, 1986).
• Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2024.