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Michael Jordan's second NBA season - Guest: Mike Carey (1980s Celtics beat writer) - 1986 series finale - NB86-15

Michael Jordan's second NBA season - Guest: Mike Carey (1980s Celtics beat writer) - 1986 series finale - NB86-15

FromIn all Airness - Michael Jordan era NBA history


Michael Jordan's second NBA season - Guest: Mike Carey (1980s Celtics beat writer) - 1986 series finale - NB86-15

FromIn all Airness - Michael Jordan era NBA history

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Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Nov 17, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Mike Carey - covering the Boston Celtics on a daily basis- Marvin Barnes' importance to the success of the 1986 Celtics- What is was like to travel with the Celtics throughout the season- How Mike and Danny Ainge first heard news of Len Bias' tragic death- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe ultimate episode of #NB86. We finish our series with an in-depth interview, inviting award-winning (Boston Herald - 1980s) Celtics beat writer, Mike Carey, on the show. He discusses his experiences travelling with the mighty Boston Celtics.Tune in to hear this and plenty more, as we uncover some hidden gems from the NBA’s golden era.Links discussed:* 1985 NBA Finals. The Lakers defeat the Celtics on the famed parquet floor * Bill Walton's importance and his undying love for the Celtics franchise * Michael Jordan's 63-point explosion versus Boston * The Boston Celtics celebrate a 16th NBA title * From jubilation to complete despair. Len Bias' tragic deathThis episode concludes our coverage of the 1985-86 NBA season. Thanks for taking the time to listen to the series. If you enjoyed the content, please share it with your friends!Editor's note: sign-up for my monthly newsletter - receive exclusive details on upcoming podcast episodes and future, high-profile guests to appear on the show.Show notes | I appreciate all feedback, FB Page 'Likes' and iTunes ratings / reviews.Follow: Facebook | Twitter | Google+Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Newsletter | RSS | WebsiteSupport Adam via Amazon: click-through and purchase any item (store-wide – withi
Released:
Nov 17, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Episodes feature former-NBA players, coaches and media. Topic-based chats, too. Adam's focal point is Michael Jordan, but he covers the history of basketball with his unique Australian humour.