Dennis Hopson | NBA Champion, Coach & Athletic Director

Grab your cup and pull up a seat—this episode of 2 Cups Café with Allen C. Jackson is one you don’t want to miss. NBA Champion and Toledo legend Dennis Hopson steps into the café for a powerful, transparent, and inspiring conversation that spans a lifetime of lessons. Dennis opens up about his upbringing right here in Toledo and his early days at Bowsher High School, where the foundation of his discipline and drive was formed. He shares the moment basketball truly became serious for him—his sophomore year at Ohio State—and how that focus led him to become one of the greatest Buckeyes to ever wear the jersey. From there, Dennis takes us inside his NBA journey, including the surreal experience of winning a championship with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. He speaks candidly about the challenges, the triumphs, and the mistakes he made along the way—and the lessons that shaped him. The conversation continues as Dennis reflects on playing overseas, molding the next generation as a coach, and the wisdom he picked up from some of the greatest basketball minds in the game. This episode is raw, real, and full of gems. Whether you’re a hoop fan, a dreamer, or someone navigating your own journey, Dennis Hopson’s story will motivate you to keep pushing. Tune in, pour up, and enjoy the conversation.