Lakers Lounge

FULL: Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick preview critical Lakers offseason

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony plays the vast majority of yesterday's joint presser, in which JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka summed up this Lakers season and set the tone for this summer.

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PART 1: The Lakers FINALLY said they want LeBron back

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka spoke more eloquently and positively about LeBron in today's presser than he has in years.

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PART 2: Have the Lakers moved beyond optionality as a goal?

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka used his favorite key word again, but Anthony noted a difference in the way the Lakers PBO talked about it.

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PART 3: JJ Redick on JJ Redick's own growth

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick was asked about the ways he has grown as a coach. He and Rob Pelinka answer that question, and Anthony uses it as an opportunity to discuss the ways Redick still needs to develop.

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FULL: Fin.

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:02:00 -0000

Anthony opens the door to whoever wants to give their thoughts on this series and Lakers season. He gives his own thoughts on those subjects. He then answers questions from the chat on... those same subjects.

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PART 1: How can the Lakers catch up to their contender competition?

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:58:00 -0000

A Thunder fan hopped on to give his props to the Lakers for their fight in this series, so Anthony also asked him to explain what's gone into this Thunder culture and how long it took to arrive here.

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PART 2: Should this be "it" for LeBron and the Lakers?

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:56:00 -0000

A fan hopped on the show to make the case for a gap year and for LeBron to head back east. Anthony gives his responses on both fronts (while understanding where those stances might have come from).

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PART 3: Lakers need "sprint everywhere" guys

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:52:00 -0000

The Lakers have gotten by through halfcourt execution, but Anthony makes the case for a slight tweak in their roster-wide approach to athleticism. From there, he wraps with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Lessons the Lakers must learn from these playoffs; Lottery reaction; MEGA MAILBAG

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers are on the brink of elimination, so Anthony discusses what they'll need to carry on from this experience. From there, he dives into the lottery results and embarks on one of the fullest mailbags in show history.

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PART 1: This Thunder series is the beginning of... something

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony quickly discusses what he noticed from game three and zooms out to hit on what actually matters here: How the Lakers respond to one of the most lopsided series losses in Lakers history.

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PART 2: How the lottery results impact the Lakers

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony gives his one wish coming out of the lottery (and a scenario a lot of people around the league are talking about): The Clippers landed the fifth pick. Adam Silver, you have a job to do.

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PART 3: With the Wizards winning the lottery, could an AD return happen?

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to handle this with the nuance and appreciation Anthony Davis deserves, but no, the Lakers and AD probably aren't linking back up anytime soon.

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THE HOOK: What lessons can the Lakers learn from this postseason?

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:21:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss the first couple of games and what the Lakers need to do if they're going to have a chance at extending this series. Then, they take an honest look at what separates the next tier of teams from them to figure out what the Lakers need to learn heading into this summer. From there, they dive into a discussion about OKC's manipulation of the rule book and why it's more an NBA problem than a Thunder one. To wrap things up, they answer questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: The Lakers NEED to get faster this summer

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:04:00 -0000

The speed deficit the Thunder have both from personnel and approach standpoints has become overwhelming and, while that obviously can't be addressed before this series ends, Anthony and Pete agree it's something the Lakers need to focus on this summer.

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PART 2: CALL THE ANNEXATION OF PUERTO RICO

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:54:00 -0000

Anthony quotes a movie to Pete in discussing how he'd like to see JJ Redick throw the kitchen sink at OKC. The guys wrap with questions from the live audience, who are now just about ready to move on to summer discussions.

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FULL: Look, the Thunder are clearly better, but...

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj recap another loss in OKC -- a borderline unwatchable game that was dominated not by the Thunder's star power, but by a bunch of refs who couldn't help themselves. The guys discuss the state of refereeing, grifting and why so many teams have the same complaint after playing OKC.

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PART 1: Why everyone hates OKC

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:23:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj start by talking about the game, and how Austin Reaves finally bounced back. Raj held Anthony off for as long as he could but eventually Anthony unleashed the rant about the refs and OKC that you're probably here to listen for.

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PART 2: OKC is too good for this nonsense

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:18:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up his rant from the first segment, then recalls the time OKC tried to pretend to sub in a player just to slow down Nikola Jokic's outlet passes after makes.

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PART 3: LeBron needs to come back after all this

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:14:00 -0000

LeBron has had to sit around and wait for Rob Pelinka to finally believe in the stars atop the roster again for basically four years now. He's proven once again he should be a key piece for the Lakers moving forward. The guys discuss that, as well as the NBA's awful review system.

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PART 4: What happened to Jake LaRavia?

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:08:00 -0000

Jake LaRavia has found the lights in the playoffs to be quite bright. He's been terrified on offense, so even the solid defense he's played has been overshadowed by the yips he's apparently picked up. The guys discuss what they're seeing from LaRavia and answer questions from the live audience.

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FULL: So yeah, OKC is THAT good

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:56:00 -0000

In case anyone needed any reminding, OKC is quite good. LeBron showed up ready to compete. So did Rui. Hell, even Ayton was mostly fine in the minutes he could play because of his foul trouble. Austin, much less so. Anthony and Raj discuss the game and what they want the Lakers to get from a series they're almost certainly going to lose.

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PART 1: Did the Lakers squander an opportunity?

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:54:00 -0000

Sure feels like it!

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PART 2: LeBron deserved better from his teammates

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:51:00 -0000

LeBron tried to set a tone, but no one outside of Rui was ready to match that energy. It reminded Anthony of another game where James was a heavy underdog and did all he could to steal a win.

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PART 3: Alright, let's have the Austin conversation (again)

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:47:00 -0000

It's only one game this series, so far, but his three performances against OKC in the regular season followed this same script. Is it time to have a more honest conversation about Austin Reaves' performance against teams of this defensive caliber? The live audience sure seemed to think so.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: Lakers - Thunder series deep dive

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:32:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan look back on the Lakers' upset in round one, then try to figure out whether they can do it again against a significantly better and smarter team this round. They go key position by key position, then give their predictions at the very end of the show.

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PART 1: How on earth did LeBron just do that to the Rockets?

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:16:00 -0000

The guys look back on the Lakers beating Houston in round one and, really, it all starts with LeBron James. Somehow, at age 41, he did it again.

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PART 2: How can the Lakers get Austin going in this series?

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:12:00 -0000

Austin Reaves has struggled mightily against OKC. Anthony asks Pete and Jovan if there's anything the Lakers can do to turn that trend around.

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PART 3: Final series predictions

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:06:00 -0000

The guys discuss how they think Deandre Ayton will fare in this series, then, after Jovan asks which key stat the Lakers can turn in their favor, they give their predictions for round two.

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FULL: Round 1 takeaways; first thoughts on OKC; Lakers' wing options; Q&A

Mon, 04 May 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Oh, what a weekend that was. Anthony enjoys that, dives into his takeaways from the first round, discusses the options the Lakers have on the wing this summer and then dives into a Q&A with the live audience.

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PART 1: Takeaways from round one of the playoffs

Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony laughs at the Celtics, gives a few thoughts about the teams that moved on in these playoffs, laughs at the Celtics, discusses the doomed two-timeline efforts across the league, laughs at the Celtics and... laughs at the Celtics.

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PART 2: What are the Lakers' wing options? Are centers more important?

Mon, 04 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

A listener asked in an iTunes mailbag question what the Lakers' options might be this summer at the wing spots. Anthony gives his thoughts to answer the question, but also stresses who important he thinks centers are in today's NBA -- especially on a Luka Doncic team.

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FULL: PHEW

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:26:00 -0000

The Lakers blew out the Rockets to close out the series and avoid the wrong kind of history. Anthony and Raj break down the game zoomed out and in. Really though, this was about celebrating and riding the wave that we can, while it's rolling.

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PART 1: Why this win matters a little bit more to Dodgers fans

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:24:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to that win. Anthony takes a second to explain why that win mattered to Dodgers fans specifically.

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PART 2: Let's not just slide right by what LeBron just did

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:15:00 -0000

The only reason the Lakers ever had a chance in this series is 41-year-old LeBron James. So, after watching them take care of business, Anthony and Raj marvel at what the hell they just watched from one of the greatest athletes ever.

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PART 3: Shouts to Rui

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:12:00 -0000

The guys celebrate the night and the series Rui Hachimura just had.

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PART 4: Ok, we can all enjoy the Celtics and Nuggets choking a bit more now

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:11:00 -0000

With the Lakers having taken care of business and avoiding the wrong kind of history, Raj and Anthony chuckle a little bit about the Celtics' current predicament.

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FULL: Please avoid history, Lakers

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:36:00 -0000

Well, the Lakers put themselves in a super tough spot. Anthony welcomes Edwin Garcia (Silver Screen & Roll) into The Lounge to talk about this predicament, how the Lakers avoid the wrong kind of history and basically just vent about this team never being normal.

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PART 1: Where do you sit on the panic meter?

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:10:00 -0000

The Lakers had a golden opportunity and let it slide right on by. Teams typically pay for those mistakes and now the they face the wrong kind of history. Anthony and Edwin discuss their panic levels and analyze how the Lakers can avoid blowing that 3-0 lead.

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PART 2: Does the context matter anymore?

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Yes, it sucks to be nervous going into tonight's game, but at the same time, if you would've told us the Lakers would hold a 3-2 lead given the odds they were facing, that'd be a win in and of itself. And yet... here we stand. Should the context matter? Or is that coping?

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FULL: Lakers blow it; Austin returns; Houston's big adjustment; Q&A

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:08:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a weird game, discusses Houston's big adjustment, analyzes Austin Reaves' return to the court and then wraps with a Q&A with a feisty live audience.

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PART 1: Houston's biggest adjustment so far

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:03:00 -0000

Game five was defined by great Houston shooting and a complete abandonment of the offensive boards by them -- a total course correct from their identity much of the season. Anthony explains the move, what else he saw from the game and whether he thinks the Lakers have a counter-punch.

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PART 2: "I'm too sad to play Kirby"

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:59:00 -0000

Anthony explains why this was probably LeBron's second least impactful game of the series (ok he said least but it was late and he meant second-least) so far, then dives into questions and comments from the live audience.

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PART 3: Let's not overreact to this (albeit brutal) loss

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:56:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up the show's questions from the live audience, and they weren't in the best mood. So, Anthony pushed back on some of the doom and gloom about individual guys as the Lakers look ahead to this summer.

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FULL: Austin's return nears; KD's return, not so much; EOY voting results show Lakers tax

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Reports are that Austin Reaves' return is looking pretty good for game five. The reports on Kevin Durant's are less positive. Anthony consider this a "please-win" game, also because of how OKC looked in sweeping the Suns. The guys react to the voting breakdown for the NBA's Executive of the Year award.

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PART 1: Austin Reaves' return is undeniably a good thing

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Contrary to some pockets in the Lakers fan base's beliefs, Austin Reaves coming back would be great for the Lakers. Anthony and Harrison explain why.

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PART 2: Exec of the year votes help prove Lakers tax

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their conversation about OKC as The Empire and turn their attention to Brad Stephens winning exec of the year and, maybe more notably, Rob Pelinka receiving a single third place vote.

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FULL: MAILBAG - LeBron's future with the Lakers; How to build to beat OKC; Q&A

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

In a loaded mailbag/Q&A session, Anthony answers questions about LeBron James' future with the Lakers, how he'd build around Luka Doncic with OKC in mind, what the rotations should look like with Austin Reaves potentially back and more.

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PART 1: Has this run improved the chances LeBron comes back? (yes, but...)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

The Lakers have been a super tight group dating back to the beginning of March. LeBron James has been a big part of that. Have these couple months changed the chances that he returns next season? Anthony explains whjy he thinks so, but that the Lakers must set aside any pettiness if they want him back.

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PART 2: How to build around Luka and beat OKC

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Luka Doncic has had success against OKC in the playoffs, so Anthony outlines how he would build a roster that gives Doncic a viable chance at doing so again as soon as next year.

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PART 3: Could changes to the organization mean a return to GOLD jerseys?

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

A member of the live audience asked about the amount of input teams have on Nike jerseys and whether the Lakers could push for gold jerseys rather than the current banana yellow coloring. Anthony explains how things work between Nike and the league and the role Tim Harris had in the current uniforms.

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FULL: Well there goes the sweep

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:41:00 -0000

While it would've been nice to sweep a team from Houston, it just wasn't in the cards. Anthony and Raj recap the loss, look ahead to game five and make fun of Ben Simmons for some reason.

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PART 1: That was pretty predictable (unless you're Raj apparently)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:36:00 -0000

Anthony didn't have high hopes for this game. Raj did. We saw how it turned out. Frickin frick.

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PART 2: "No hear me out I'm being serious"

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:23:00 -0000

Anthony just will not drop this stupid Drew Timme thing. We're begging him to, but he just won't do it.

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FULL: The sports gods have finally judged the city of Houston

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:30:00 -0000

Houston as a sports city owed Los Angeles one and hooooooo, boy, this feels good. Anthony starts with a very quick rant on the subject, then, he, Raj and Harrison relive the game, celebrate some of its individual performances and just generally sit in this moment for a nice little while.

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PART 1: How the hell did the Lakers win that game?

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:22:00 -0000

Anthony opens the show with some, uh, honest thoughts about the city of Houston. From there, he, Harrison and Raj try to figure out how that game turned out the way it did.

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PART 2: Oh no, another bad culture Kevin Durant just happens to be a part of

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:14:00 -0000

Kevin Durant has been allowed to slide for bad situation after bad situation and this one is coming to a head. The guys discuss how it is Durant has just happened to land in these tough spots. Surely he has nothing to do with it whatsoever.

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PART 3: RUIIIIIIIIII

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:11:00 -0000

Rui Hachimura has launched plenty of takes during his time as a Laker but once again, he's risen to the moment in the playoffs. So Anthony asks Harrison and Raj about whether this run has changed their minds on a potential Rui return. The wrap with some final thoughts about the series.

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THE HOOK: Austin Reaves ... could be back?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete react to the reports that Austin Reaves could potentially be returning as soon as tonight in game three. How would that look? How likely do they feel it is? Which adjustments do the Rockets have? Do the Lakers have counterpunches? All of that and a ton more.

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PART 1: Adjustments to the adjustments

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:53:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete go through the things they're looking for as the series heads back to Houston, now potentially with Austin Reaves involved and likely with Reed Sheppard playing a larger role for the Rockets.

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PART 2: Can the Lakers actually pull off this sweep?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:51:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete quickly hit on the NBA refereeing discourse over the last couple days, then turn their attention back to this series to wonder whether the Lakers can actually end this series as quickly as possible.

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FULL: Devin Booker's ref rant hit at the NBA's actual biggest problem

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison spend this extra off day adding to the discourse about NBA refereeing after Devin Booker went on a great tirade on the subject. Anthony makes the case this is the NBA's actual biggest problem and explains why it, like most things, reflects poorly on Adam Silver's leadership. After that discussion, the guys explain what's impressed them most about this Lakers-Rockets series.

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PART 1: Devin Booker's ref rant was perfect

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony plays a snippet of Devin Booker's rant about refereeing last night and that launches the guys into their discussion on the subject. Refereeing is bad, but, as they explain, the refs themselves are put in impossible situations.

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PART 2: The "pickup fight" rule

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony explains how he'd fix refereeing in the NBA: If a rule or the interpretation of that rule would start a fight in a pickup game, then it's a bad rule and needs to be tweaked.

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PART 3: Harrison's INCREDIBLE foray into gambling

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison haven't spoken on the pod since this series started, so they give their quick thoughts on what has impressed them most about the Lakers' performance thus far. More importantly than that, Harrison tells the story of his recent attempt at gambling that absolutely brought tears to Anthony's eyes.

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FULL: Raj still hasn't touched down because of this 2-0 lead

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Raj has been living out his dream this year, and is capping off that experience with covering playoff games in person. He and Anthony talk about the 2-0 lead the Lakers have earned, what's made it possible, where the Lakers might go from here and everything in-between.

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PART 1: This has been a clinic from the Lakers on and off the court

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony talks to Raj about the various advantages the Lakers have built for themselves in this series, from leadership to physicality to even the crowd, this has been a fantastic start to the postseason.

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PART 2: We NEED a picture of Ime Udoka with his hands in his pockets

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

The guys poke a little fun at Ime Udoka, discuss Deandre Ayton outplaying Alperen Sengun and celebrate Raj's shoutout from Brian Windhorst.

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FULL: 2 - 0

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:29:00 -0000

The Lakers did it again. They beat the Rockets, this time with Kevin Durant in the lineup. Anthony recaps the game, marvels at LeBron James' performance, celebrates the Marcus Smart/Luke Kennard combination and answers questions form the live audience -- who happened to provide the perfect Alperen Sengun comp.

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PART 1: LeBron James is still THAT dude

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:22:00 -0000

The Lakers won this game and Anthony just can't help but marvel at what LeBron James is doing in this series at this age.

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PART 2: Vitaly Potapenko???

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:18:00 -0000

Anthony asked the live audience for Alperen Sengun comps and one listener absolutely took him out. This happened while Anthony was answering questions from the live audience and heaping praise on the Lakers' current starting backcourt.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: Lakers shut out of award season; Rockets adjustments?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers once again received zero final nominations for award season, so the guys discuss the actually nominees and why the Lakers continue to sit on the outside looking in on those conversations. The Lakers are, however, on the inside looking ahead in these playoffs. The guys discuss game one, the adjustments they're looking for and whether that first game changed how they feel about this team in the postseason moving forward.

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PART 1: Another year, another Lakers absence from award season

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan give their thoughts on the Lakers unsurprisingly remaining on the outside looking in of award season.

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PART 2: Which adjustments should the Lakers prep for?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers have things they can clear up, but on top of that, a series is often defined by the adjustments from game to game either team can make. Anthony asks Jovan and Pete what they're both looking for in game two.

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PART 3: Can the Lakers fight fire with fire?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

At one point in the game, the Lakers threw all their athletes out there at the same time to try to attack Houston's athleticism. It definitely caught Anthony and Pete's attention in a good way, and Jovan's in a somewhat different way. Also tucked within this episode: A joke from Anthony that took Jovan out.

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FULL: Lakers shut out (again); Will it continue? MAILBAG

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Loaded show as fans are back tuned in after the big game one win. Anthony reacts to no Lakers once again getting nominations as finalists for awards. He then looks ahead to next season and beyond to try to figure out what it would take for that trend to be snapped, including expanding the voting pool from the group who have established it in the first place. From there, he answers questions from the iTunes mailbag and live audience.

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PART 1: Once again, the Lakers are shut out of awards nominations

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

We talkin' nominations. Not awards. Not awards. We talkin' nominations. The Lakers are the marquee franchise, and we talkin' nominations.

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PART 2: Juuuuuust a little more awards talk

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

A listener asked a question about Cade Cunningham's candidacy for MVP and it sent Anthony down another rant about the Spurs being the league and league voters' darlings.

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PART 3: Can there only be one (white, American scoring guard)?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Luke Kennard played really well in game one. Some fans have used that as an excuse to bring back the conversation of trading Austin Reaves. Anthony wonders what's going on there, then goes on a bit of a rant against player-centric agendas vs. what's best for the Lakers (his focus).

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FULL: Enjoy it

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:38:00 -0000

Anthony opens by explaining what makes rooting for sports teams on nights like last night special. Then, he dives into the individual performances that helped the Lakers pick up that win and wraps with questions from the youtube audience.

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PART 1: LeBron James and Luka Nard

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:32:00 -0000

Anthony starts by explaining why nights like these should be enjoyed thoroughly. Then, he celebrates LeBron James and Luke Kennard's incredible nights.

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PART 2: DOMINAYTON

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:27:00 -0000

Deandre Ayton just outplayed Alperen Sengun in a playoff game. Anthony discusses what got him going and how the Lakers can maintain that trend. He analyzes JJ Redick's first playoff game of his second year and then wraps by answering questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on the offseason ahead

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:35:00 -0000

Anthony explains why he and Jovan are talking about the offseason, then the guys dive in. What if the Lakers run it back? Can this front office build to the extent it needs to if LeBron walks? Whats at stake for the interested parties? Plus, a Q&A sessions to wrap things up.

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PART 1: Run it back?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:31:00 -0000

Anthony proposes the easiest path forward for the Lakers: Running most of this core back with a couple additions on the margins. Would that be productive enough? Would it be productive enough considering the parameters the front office approached this season with?

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PART 2: How can the Lakers address their athleticism deficit this summer?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:26:00 -0000

Anthony offers up his main concern with running this core back. The guys discuss how the Lakers will need to address the top limitation across this roster this summer -- athleticism.

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PART 3: Q&A - How was the first year of the NBA's new national tv partnerships?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:21:00 -0000

Anthony and Jovan turn their attention to the live audience's questions, whereupon a listener wanted to know how they felt about this year's national coverage from either current or new tv partners. The guys discuss this, as well as a couple other topics, to round out the episode.

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FULL: SUPER MEGA ULTRA PRE PLAYOFF MAILBAG

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

This mailbag WANDERED. But it was also super fun and took Anthony all over the map.

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PART 1: Would widening the court help with injuries?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

A listener asked whether expanding the courts (NBA, to be clear) would impact the overall health and availability of the league. Anthony explains why he considered this at one point, but what other concerns would be raised as a result.

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PART 2: Should the Lakers have tanked? (no, no they couldn't have)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony continues through the iTunes mailbag, where a listener asked whether the Lakers should have tanked if they were going to consider this a gap year. Nope. Not an option.

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PART 3: Stop. Stanning. Rob. Pelinka.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a trend in the conversation surrounding the Lakers and far too often, fans jump to the defense of Rob Pelinka with illogical tactics.

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FULL: Lakers - Rockets deep dive with Raj

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj give their predictions on how they think this series will play out and explain why, going matchup by matchup and key factor by key factor. They did this while watching the Heat-Hornets play-in game and reacted to in real-time too. Amazon, get your stuff together.

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PART 1: Lakers - Rockets series predictions

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj start the show with their predictions for the series. Anthony weasled out and he isn't proud of it. Then, the guys marvel at how doubted LeBron James has been this season and the impact that might have on this series.

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PART 2: Lakers' and Rockets' solutions are oddly similar

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers and Rockets are completely different teams with incredibly different approaches to roster building and yet... their solutions to the issues their opponents are going to present are going to be oddly similar. Anthony and Raj explain.

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PART 3: Make Alperen Sengun RUN

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony plays his second favorite sounder on the show as an example of what the Lakers need to do to limit Alperen Sengun's impact on the series. Raj still somehow doesn't get the sounder.

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Ryan West on Jerry's impact on and off the floor, legacy, Lakers drama

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony sat down with Ryan West for an interview in anticipation of "Jerry West: The Logo," a documentary from Amazon Studios. The guys talk about Jerry was a father, mentor and person. They also discuss Ryan's experiences as Jerry and the Lakers had their issues. Ryan is currently working in the Detroit Pistons front office as a scout, so they also talk about turning around that organization and the season they're enjoying.

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FULL: Lakers wrap up season by beating the tankin' ass Jazz, will face Rockets

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

The Lakers' playoff matchup was still up in the air heading into the final night of the season. The Lakers took care of their part, by beating the Jazz, but wound up the four seed as the Nuggets beat the Spurs. Anthony recaps the game, the season and the task ahead as they try to keep the season alive long enough for Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to return.

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PART 1: Why how this season ended shouldn't tarnish its accomplishments

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony is abundantly aware this season likely isn't going to end the way we'd like and how cruel it is to enter the playoffs such heavy underdogs simply because of injuries. It sucks, we know. However, as we look back on this season, there's still plenty the Lakers were able to accomplish and a foundation to build on moving forward.

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PART 2: Can the Lakers pull off this massive upset? How?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses some of the approach tweaks he'd like to see as the Lakers try to upset the heavily-favored Rockets. He also thanks the audience for their support all year and wraps with questions from the live audience.

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HOOK: Bufkin waived, Timme Time? LeBron's Lakers future

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:40:00 -0000

The Lakers have some decisions to make this summer, but now find themselves with one over the weekend. Rob Pelinka made the decision (laudably) to waive Kobe Bufkin and now has enough money to fill that roster spot. Anthony and Pete know who they'd like to see get the call, but also take time to discuss some other options.

Anthony has been intrigued by how far apart he and Pete are on the subject of LeBron's future, so the guys hash out how they think this is going to play out and how they'd like to see it play out.

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PART 1: Bufkin waived; His replacement should be an easy call

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:38:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete roll through some options for the final roster spot heading into the playoffs and land pretty squarely on the same choice. Drew Timme, it's your time.

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PART 2: What's the likelihood LeBron is back? What are his options?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:37:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete have found themselves on opposite ends of the spectrum as far as LeBron's future is concerned. Anthony thinks a return makes the most sense for all involved.

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FULL: Lakers smoke Warriors in LeBron throwback; Weird JJ conversation; Point Luke; Q&A

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:07:00 -0000

You know what? Let's all enjoy whooping on the Warriors. Let's enjoy a throwback LeBron performance. Let's wonder what the hell was going on as people wanted to fire JJ the last couple days. Then, let's celebrate point Luke and then answer some questions. Cool? Cool.

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PART 1: Enjoy this

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:02:00 -0000

We know this situation sucks and that this season isn't ending how we'd like, but in these moments where we get to watch LeBron dominate the Warriors, there's value in just taking it in.

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PART 2: Luka Nard

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Luke Kennard has shown a lot more creative chops than anyone (including the teams that traded him) thought he had and Anthony thinks there something to this moving forward. He wraps with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: One of our dumbest, funniest episodes ever (Harrison's fault)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

We can pretend the Lakers' season isn't over if we want but it honestly doesn't do anyone any good. So, Anthony and Harrison have a meandering conversation to try to bring some light and levity to the situation.

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PART 1: The longest "Saving Private Ryan" - Lakers riff you'll ever hear

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

This episode starts in a place literally no one could possibly predict. It goes places that would surprise even the people who may have guessed the starting point correctly.

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PART 2: Doc Rivers and Kevin Durant deserve each other

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison continue their wide-ranging conversation about where things stand with the Lakers by poking fun at the Rockets, Kevin Durant and Doc Rivers. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Well, s***

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:51:00 -0000

The Lakers got blown out. Things aren't exactly turning in the right direction. The season is mercifully coming to a close. All of this sucks. Eat Arby's.

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PART 1: OKC blows out Lakers (again)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:49:00 -0000

That game went as we all thought it would and it just really sucks to arrive here.

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PART 2: Best case scenario teammate for Luka/Austin is...

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:41:00 -0000

It's become pretty obvious where this season is heading, so listeners are turning their attention to the offseason.

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FULL: Lakers Suffer Cruel Weekend; Raj Is STILL Optimistic

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:08:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj walk you through how they've felt all weekend and only one word comes to mind: This all felt cruel. They compare it to another brutal moment in Lakers history, break down the game against Dallas and discuss where things stand from here on out.

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PART 1: Cruelty Is The Word

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:59:00 -0000

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PART 2: The What-If Game...

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:57:00 -0000

The Lakers are heading into the postseason without two of their best players. The tendency in times like these is to try to find people to blame. Anthony and Raj explain why that's a waste of time.

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PART 3: JJ Redick needs to learn from this too

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:51:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss the Lakers' lack of production from two-way spots this year and how JJ Redick needs to address a couple blindspots as he continues to learn on the job.

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FULL: Lakers-Thunder was the absolute worst-case scenario

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:17:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to figure out a way to productively talk about the most disappointing and, frankly, disastrous outcome of the season.

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PART 1: The hell just happened?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:13:00 -0000

The Lakers were steamrolled by the Thunder. The guys try to figure out what they just watched.

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PART 2: Does this loss change the Lakers' outlook moving forward?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:10:00 -0000

March was incredible. It was fun. It showed real promise. April............ not so much. So, for the whatever-how-many-th time, who are the Lakers? Is this a core they can really build around?

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PART 3: "Throwing the baby out with the bathwater"

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:43:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss whether the month the Lakers came off of before getting boatraced by the Thunder was real. Raj uses an ages-old cliche that Anthony find super duper dark. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Luka MVP discourse leaves rails; LeBron's options; Pelinka returned

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison dive into the online debates about MVP and how they can be impacted by voter/analyst biases. From there, they outline what has to happen for Luka to win the award. Both guys have also seen all the speculation about LeBron's future and they both think the answer to all that is pretty simple. They wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: MVP debates keep getting increasingly toxic

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:02:00 -0000

It's no longer enough to say a fan wants their guy to win MVP. Now, it's become crucial that every other candidate also sucks. The guys discuss this through the lens of how people are talking about Luka Doncic.

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PART 2: So... why would LeBron leave, again?

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison wrap up the Luka MVP discussion and then wind up on the same page about what LeBron's options are after this season. Neither Anthony nor Harrison see a better option than just return to the Lakers after this season.

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PART 3: Rob Pelinka #TheReturn

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have everything going for them right now which means it's time for Rob Pelinka to start making appearances again wearing jackets with way too many zippers.

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FULL: #THISTEAM

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:58:00 -0000

Cleveland presented another test that this Lakers team has been passing with flying colors recently. Last night's game was no different. Anthony breaks down the game, what it meant, some individual performances and then answers questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Amidst more nonsensical MVP talk, Luka Doncic goes off (again)

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:54:00 -0000

Luka was spectacular. Again. At some point, hopefully, people will stop focusing as much on the things he doesn't do to their expectations and spend a little more energy on the incredible things he does on the court.

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PART 2: Lakers role players step up in huge win

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:51:00 -0000

Luka obviously led the way but the Lakers got some pretty great performances from their role players. Anthony gives them some shine.

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PART 3: Q&A - Has this stretch changed LeBron's Lakers outlook after this season?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:42:00 -0000

Even before last night's blowout win over one of the teams LeBron James has been linked to, Anthony thought the chances that he'd be back with the Lakers next year were increasing. After that win? Sure feels like that's how things should end up.

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FULL: Lakers top Muggles sans Luka; Centers go perfect; WILD Q&A

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:17:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a business-like win over the Wizards, bashes Washington for whatever the hell that roster is supposed to be, praises the Lakers for how they handled the game and then moves on to one of the wider-ranging Q&As in recent show history.

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PART 1: LeBron, Austin lead the way; Look at those role players!

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:06:00 -0000

The Lakers picked up a win against one of the worst collections of talent Anthony has ever seen. Still, plenty to like about this game, so Anthony does just that.

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PART 2: Q&A - Why Jaden Ivey was cut; Expansion would help Lakers

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:02:00 -0000

Anthony answers an interesting question about expansion, dives into the Jaden Ivey situation and why Adam Silver needs to go ASAP.

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FULL: Luka suspended; Anti-Lakers national biases; MAILBAG

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on the league upholding Luka Doncic's suspension (he disagrees with their decision). With yet another east coast resident showing their cards, Anthony dives into how the Lakers are discussed nationally and the impact of that coverage on the end of season awards. From there, he dives into a particularly full mailbag that covered a ton of ground.

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PART 1: Luka was actually suspended for that???

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony is shocked that Luka Doncic's suspension was upheld given how little actually happened in the altercation that's going to cost him a game.

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PART 2: A potential secondary reason for signing Kobe Bufkin

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

A listener threw a theory at Anthony on why Kobe Bufkin may have been signed, especially ahead of this offseason. Sure hope there's *some* benefit to signing him, because to this point there hasn't been a basketball reason for it.

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PART 3: Who is Austin Reaves' historical comp?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

As part of the live chat interaction, a viewer asked who Anthony thinks is Austin's historical comp. He gives a few possibilities, but is then reminded of who the comp actually is.

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HOOK: Adam Silver still doesn't get it; Which Lakers have the most riding on these playoffs?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:16:00 -0000

The league offered up some convoluted proposals to fix tanking, which led to a natural question: Does the NBA actually have a tanking problem? Anthony believes it does, but also doesn't believe Adam Silver is the commissioner to fix it. From there, the guys discuss the upcoming postseason and which Lakers have the most riding on them.

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PART 1: Does the NBA have a tanking problem? Can the league fix it?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:08:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete debate the NBA's tanking issues and to what extent this is actually even a problem. From there, the guys discuss the half measures the league seems inclined to take and why Adam Silver probably ruined a lot of parties in college.

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PART 2: Which Lakers have the most riding on this postseason run?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:04:00 -0000

Come for the discussion about legacies being impacted on this postseason. Stay for two of the funnier moments of the season on this channel.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: The Lakers are legit

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan all agree: The Lakers are legit good. Where they rank in the west/league is up for debate but this is a very different team compared to the last time the guys got together for a pod. They discuss the reasons behind the turnaround, the Lakers' playoff chances and plenty more.

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PART 1: Ok really... what got into the Lakers?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

The guys have all thoroughly enjoyed this Lakers turnaround. Jovan lays out everything worth celebrating and Anthony and Pete build on those points.

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PART 2: Screw the national platforms, Luka's been incredible

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

This Lakers season has turned completely around and that shift has a lot to do with Luka's recent play. But also, Luka's play all year helped keep the Lakers afloat. He's entering his prime and this season has been remarkable.

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PART 3: How does this run impact the offseason/LeBron's future?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

The Lakers' recent play has all the guys thinking somewhat differently about several guys across the roster. Anthony especially thinks LeBron's likelihood of returning after this season has gone up by quite a bit.

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FULL: Lakers wrap up a PHENOMENAL road trip (with Raj)

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:49:00 -0000

The Lakers farted around the final quarter of the road trip but that doesn't changes how successful it was. Anthony and Raj break down this last game of said trip, Luka's continued stellar play, this new identity the Lakers are working on and what happens when they get away from it.

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PART 1: Hoo, boy... what a bad beat

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:41:00 -0000

The Lakers beat the Pacers and that's all that matters... to most fans. To those who may have been slightly more invested in this particular game, Anthony explains why that may have been a painful one. This launches Raj into an explanation of why he doesn't gamble, and Anthony shares one of his funnier gambling losses.

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PART 2: Bronny got minutes and looked good

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:34:00 -0000

Raj and Anthony cover the minutes they saw from Bronny (as well as a theory from Anthony on what those minutes might mean moving forward). With Bronny getting minutes, Anthony brings the conversation back to Kobe Bufkin's signing. To bring this back to the positive side, the guys celebrate the Lakers' hugely successful road trip.

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PART 3: Why Anthony won't apologize to Rob Pelinka

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:27:00 -0000

We often think of opportunity cost in the sense of trading a first round pick that the Lakers couldn't use this summer. Anthony makes the case that we should also think of the possibility that focusing so heavily on this summer might have put a real opportunity this season at risk. The guys talk this, as well as other topics from the live audience.

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FULL: "Who the hell is John Keats?"

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss that Lakers winning streak after it's come to its end and try to decipher how real it was, using one of Anthony's favorite poems. The guys talk about LeBron's approach to that run and whether it might impact his future with the Lakers. Then, they look ahead to the final 10 games of the season and wrap with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Was that winning streak real, or some fever dream?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:55:00 -0000

Anthony dips into his college English major nerdiness to describe how he feels about the Lakers' winning streak now that it's ended. Harrison somehow understands the reference and builds on it.

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PART 2: Has this winning streak changed LeBron's Lakers outlook?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:53:00 -0000

For most of this season, the consensus on LeBron James' Lakers future was that it would probably come to an end after this year. With the Lakers winning the way they have lately and looking like a real contender, have the vibes changed?

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PART 3: Harrison plays Debbie Downer and Ol' Optimistic Anthony offers a rebuttal

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

You know, how these shows usually go. This also features a Q&A with the audience. Anthony shares a theory on market-based refereeing from the Offside chat.

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FULL: The vibes, they are IMMACULATE

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony takes a break to talk Lakers because the vibes are so good they're worth risking a night or two on the couch when he gets back.

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PART 1: Lakers continue to win in a multitude of ways

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers had plenty going against them in Orlando and yet, somehow, they were able to squeak out their ninth straight win. Anthony recaps the game and explains what he's been most impressed by during that win and this streak.

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PART 2: Could this season be like the 2007-08 season?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

A listener asked a fun question comparing this season to '07-08, when the Lakers built a foundation for back-to-back titles. Anthony runs through the comparison, and it's somewhat close, but not quite perfect.

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FULL: Luka is inevitable

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:49:00 -0000

Anthony loved that win. He spent 50 minutes on cloud nine. You should join him.

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PART 1: Holy crap... a culture win!

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:47:00 -0000

The Lakers had every excuse and still, collectively, decided to go out and win. Anthony explains what he loved about that effort.

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PART 2: Why "stay on that side" is dumb

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:44:00 -0000

A listener told Anthony to continue criticizing Luka because he dared to do so once upon a time. Anthony... didn't take the advice particularly well.

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FULL: Holy hell what a win (again); Luka Doncic joins MVP conversation

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:15:00 -0000

Once again, the job here is easy: Pull up a chair, pour a nice, tall glass of whatever you choose and get ready to smile. The Lakers are on an incredible roll and might actually be legit. Let's all enjoy this together.

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PART 1: The Lakers just announced their arrival

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:07:00 -0000

With these two wins over Houston (and the different ways they came), the Lakers just cemented their place in any conversation about title contenders from here on out.

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PART 2: There's no one playing basketball at a higher level right now than Luka Doncic

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj marvel at not only the message the Lakers sent with these two wins but the unbelievable basketball Luka Doncic has been playing that made those messages possible.

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PART 3: Does JJ Redick have a case to make for COTY?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:54:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj dive into some questions from the live audience and one listener wanted to know whether they think JJ Redick has done enough to get some coach of the year buzz this season. The guys talk this, other candidates and another fun topic: How much does this run affect the offseason?

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FULL: Screw it, we're ready to get hurt again

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:03:00 -0000

With the Lakers on a six-game winning streak that includes four of their most impressive wins of the season, Anthony is feeling a certain way about this team. So, he and Harrison have a decision to make: Should they lean into the optimism knowing how it usually turns out when Anthony does that, or should they find some reason not to believe. SCREW IT, WE SAY.

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PART 1: Luka and LeBron are solving the rubix cube

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss LeBron learning what the Lakers need from him and applying that knowledge to make this whole thing work the way it has recently, as well as the progress Luka has made has a player (especially defensively) and leader.

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PART 2: Luka's 15th T may have been the key to the season

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Luka is one technical foul away from suspension, which has made him behave very differently towards officials (and potentially made him a better player).

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PART 3: The real reason fans should buy into this team

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Harrison makes arguably the strongest point for believing in these Lakers: Sports are supposed to be fun. You may as well enjoy the good moments as much as you can.

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FULL: Lakers win sixth in a row UGLY over Houston

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:24:00 -0000

There's real value in beating good teams when you don't necessarily have it. That's exactly what we saw from the Lakers as they we able to survive a hideous game in Houston against the Rockets. Anthony and Raj break down the game, discuss this Lakers defense and wrap with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: This Luka guy... pretty pretty pretty good

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:23:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj marvel at the basketball Luka Doncic is playing, then they dive into his impact on this game, as well as the culture being built around him in real time.

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PART 2: Austin's glass-half-full game; Lakers' defense legit?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:20:00 -0000

Austin played the perfect take-what-you-want type of game, so both guys explain why they actually liked what they saw from him against Houston's athleticism. Anthony is also starting to come around on the Lakers defense, so he asks Raj if he feels the same way.

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PART 3: Let's celebrate Marcus Smart; Q&A

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:17:00 -0000

Marcus Smart being moved into the starting group has made a world of difference. The guys explain why and tackle other topics the live audience was interested in.

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FULL: ANOTHER win of the year!

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony had to wait 12 whole hours to recap that win over the Nuggets, but seeing as he hadn't touched the ground since Luka hit that shot we think this still counts as an instant reaction pod. Buckle up and get ready to smile, folks.

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PART 1: Luka, Austin and LeBron defined that win over the Nuggets

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

In their own way, Luka, Austin and LeBron found ways to beat the Nuggets. They're learning how to play together and the results back that up too. Anthony discusses their performances in that win over Denver.

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PART 2: "Prove idiots like that Anthony Irwin guy WRONG"

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Most of the year, Anthony has criticized anyone and everyone remotely tied to the Lakers. Since the all-star break, the team has proven him, the front office and anyone else who didn't believe in them wrong. Anthony discusses that, then takes questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Luka goes off; LeBron returns; Ayton impresses again; And oh yeah Austin

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:53:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun, confident win against the Bulls that featured a whole bunch of Luka Doncic, LeBron James returning, Deandre Ayton playing well again and Austin cementing himself as option number two.

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PART 1: Holy hell, Luka

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:49:00 -0000

JJ Redick called attention to the way Luka Doncic has been talked about for most of this season and, honestly, he makes a good point. Anthony builds on that point and celebrates everything Doncic did in that win. He also discusses LeBron's performance as he finds a way to fit into this new Lakers hierarchy.

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PART 2: Ayton! Q&A - So... this Bufkin thing is a bit awkward...

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:48:00 -0000

Anthony gives props to Deandre Ayton's continued solid play, which has become all the more crucial with Jaxson Hayes potentially sidelined a bit. Then, he wraps by answering questions from the live youtube chat.

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FULL: Stop policing feelings; Deandre Ayton's weird presser; MAILBAG

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony has seen all the takes about Bam Adebayo's big night and is sick of NBA Twitter telling Lakers fans how they should feel about everything, especially as that pertains to Kobe Bryant. He follows that up by discussing Deandre Ayton's interesting presser after last night's game, then he dives into the mailbag and live Q&A.

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PART 1: NBA fans should consider empathy as an option

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony shares his final thoughts on Bam Adebayo passing Kobe Bryant the other night and the response to it. Essentially, NBA Twitter needs to stop telling Lakers fans how to feel about stuff. It's an ugly habit.

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PART 2: MAILBAG - Lakers can't keep losing talent for nothing

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

A listener asked about all the players who have walked the hallways of Lakers facilities and eventually walked for nothing. The list is painfully long. Anthony explains what's gone into that unfortunate trend, then explains why he'd rather the Lakers trade the pick they can use this summer as the Lakers organization is currently constructed.

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FULL: Harrison stops by to celebrate another huge win

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:57:00 -0000

After the Lakers beat the Knicks, Anthony offered what he thought the lesson from that win was, in terms of how the Lakers need to play moving forward. Now, another huge win later playing a similar style, that lesson from the other day is getting pretty loud. He and Harrison enjoy the win, discuss this identity moving forward and then try not to sound too salty about Bam Adebayo's night. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Two great wins in a row!

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:55:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison recap that great win over the Wolves and start the conversation on how the Lakers can build on this moving forward (preferably with LeBron James).

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PART 2: Can the Lakers get LeBron to commit to this style of basketball?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:52:00 -0000

The Lakers have found the identity they need to roll with moving forward. They've done so while LeBron James hasn't been playing. Whenever he comes back, they'll need him to adopt that approach or else they have no chance. Can fans realistically hope to see that happen?

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PART 3: How can the Lakers get this from Austin in these kinds of games?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:51:00 -0000

The midrange game opens everything up for Austin. It's becoming that simple. Anthony and Harrison discuss that, then quickly talk about why Bam's night was more annoying than anything and wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Once again, LeBron-Lakers conversation misses the point

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj heard all the noise over the last 24 hours about the Lakers potentially not needing LeBron James and they just don't get it. They discuss Anthony's solution, why the Lakers can't afford to just cast off one of their top-three players, stan culture and more.

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PART 1: Why LeBron pacing himself doesn't help the Lakers

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

For basically two straight decades, LeBron could pace himself and still be/fit better than any teammate who'd play instead. That isn't necessarily the case any longer.

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PART 2: Would lowering LeBron's minutes actually do anything?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony thinks LeBron should play a fewer minutes so that he can play harder while he's out there. Raj explains why he doesn't think it'd make a difference. What do you think?

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PART 3: People are far too definitive about the Lakers compared to other teams

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony isn't exactly Mr. Positive all the time but he isn't often pretty surprised by the way the Lakers are talked about compared to their competition, both nationally and within their own fan base.

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FULL: Win of the year

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:02:00 -0000

The Lakers finally passed on of their tests. It happened. We all got to watch it. Also, they did so without LeBron James. So what do we make of that? Anthony breaks it down, his favorite performances from the game and the lessons the Lakers need to learn so they can add LeBron to this identity rather than take a step back whenever he returns.

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PART 1: Lakers FINALLY pass a test (with flying colors)

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers competed against the Nuggets, which was a step in the right direction. They followed that up by beating the crap out of the Knicks, which sure felt great.

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PART 2: No, the Lakers aren't better without LeBron, BUT...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony pushes back on the take he knows is coming, that somehow a basketball team could possibly be worse off by having LeBron James available. That said, the Lakers might need less of LeBron to get more from him.

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HOOK: Centers vs. Wings; LeBron, Austin's roles in the offense; Ref conduct; Q&A

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:40:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss this offseason and what the Lakers' main focus should be. Anthony says centers. Pete says wings. The guys debate and land somewhere in the middle. Anthony has noticed a shift in the offensive usage, where LeBron is more involved than he thought. He asks Pete about this, and whether he thinks that's a good idea. They discuss the Lakers' incessant whining to referees and wrap with a Q&A.

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PART 1: Should the Lakers prioritize centers or wings this summer?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:34:00 -0000

Anthony is of the mindset that the Lakers need to upgrade their center spot in a big way this summer. He explains why and how he'd go about doing that. Pete gives his take on whether centers or wings should be the Lakers' focus. They arrive at the a conclusion somewhere in the middle. #Optionality

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PART 2: How does Austin Reaves' slotting in the offense impact the Lakers' offseason?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:27:00 -0000

The Lakers have a huge offseason ahead of them and it's almost certainly going to feature Austin Reaves heavily. But, depending on where he'll fit in the offense, the Lakers will have to adjust their needs. So, the guys discuss Austin compared to other second options around the league. They wrap with a Q&A with the audience.

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FULL: Anthony and Raj break down the Lakers failing a passable test

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:47:00 -0000

The Lakers had every reason to take care of business last night... and didn't. Anthony and Raj discuss the game, the lowered expectations they've seen from some and where the team goes from here. Anthony also rants about Deandre Ayton, who appeared to quit on the team.

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PART 1: If you can't beat the Nuggets then...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:42:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj aren't here for the moral victory laps they've seen after the Lakers lost to the extremely shorthanded Nuggets.

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PART 2: Have the Lakers reshuffled their creation diagram?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:36:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a trend in who gets which possessions and it appears as if the Lakers are approaching things somewhat differently. He offers that theory to Raj, who explains what he's seen from the tape. From there, they discuss whether this approach makes sense for the team for the rest of this season.

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PART 3: Anthony offers his "everyone is fraud-ish" theory to Raj

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:34:00 -0000

Anthony doesn't believe in the Lakers, but he also doesn't fully believe in anyone else. So he asks Raj about the Lakers' fraudulence compared to their competition.

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FULL: Lakers share more Dodgers execs; Can the Lakers prove they aren't fraudulent before the playoffs?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison start by discussing another Dodgers executive being assigned to the Lakers. It doesn't matter right now, but eventually, maybe open up the process a bit?

Then, the guys discuss the Lakers' fraudulence to this point in the season and whether anything can be done to change their minds about what the Lakers are capable of in the playoffs.

Also, fear not, the Lakers are far from the only or even most fraudulent team in the playoff hunt.

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PART 1: Hey so are the Lakers going to share an organization, or...

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a trend in the hires made thus far and has some fairly straightforward follow-ups on the hiring process so far. Concerns aside, this doesn't matter right now because it's mostly business stuff. Here's hoping the approach changes once we get to basketball hires.

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PART 2: So here's the thing... The whole league might be fraudulent

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are covered like they're some disappointing farce but then you look around and... well, we guess there are a bunch of disappointing farces out there.

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FULL: Lakers pick up a big win; Lessons they should take from it; JJ on organized offense; Q&A

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:04:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down this game using his precap, then dives into the lessons the Lakers should take from this win. He discusses Austin's recent struggles and the Lakers' turnover problems. Then, he addresses JJ Redick's back-and-forth with reporters about organized offense and finishes by answering a question about the Luka-JJ confrontation.

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PART 1: Anthony's wild precap

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:59:00 -0000

Anthony started doing precaps as part of his work with Offside and he wants to bring them into these games he rides solo for. Sometimes, we'll laugh at a bad prediction. Others (as is the case tonight), we'll laugh at how close he got.

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PART 2: JJ Redick's dust-up with Luka Doncic was a good thing

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:56:00 -0000

A listener asked Anthony about the viral moment where Luka Doncic and JJ Redick appeared to disagree about something and Anthony explained why he loved that moment.

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FULL: MAILBAG - Lakers need to build its culture, then its roster around Luka Doncic

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Listeners had plenty of questions in all the show's mailbags and this week, the focus in the Lakers' organizational culture. How can it be set in a productive way before we roster improvements?

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PART 1: Culture, culture, culture

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Before addressing the multitude of hole this roster has now and will have more of this summer, the Lakers have to set some type of culture, where expectations are set and, ideally met. Where accountability is finally something more than empty catch phrases. Where leadership has a vision and carries it ou-... you get the gist of it. Can this be built? What are Rob Pelinka's strengths? Anthony answers questions about all of it.

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PART 2: The Lakers' plan feels pie-in-the-sky-ish, right?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony lays out everything the Lakers are saying they're trying to accomplish this summer and... man, doesn't it sound like they have a lot of dip on that chip?

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FULL: Finally, a good Lakers weekend

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:06:00 -0000

The Lakers beat two teams we don't particularly like very handily. Let's enjoy that, then dive into the lessons learned from their wins over the Warriors and Kings. Anthony wraps with a few questions from the live audience, too.

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PART 1: Lakers have to learn from dominant weekend

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

The Lakers are only going to go as far as they figure out a way to remain balanced on offense. This weekend, competition notwithstanding, proved that point.

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PART 2: Are Jake LaRavia's offensive struggles concerning enough to demote him?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:57:00 -0000

Anthony dives into the Q&A portion of the show, where listeners are getting nervous about Jake LaRavia's spot in the rotation. Anthony explains why JJ Redick won't be swapping LaRavia for Jarred Vanderbilt anytime soon.

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FULL: They aren't actually going to do this, are they?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:06:00 -0000

Poor Raj knew this would be a tough episode to sit through. Anthony tries to keep it together for as long as he can. You tell us whether you think he succeeded in not losing his cool.

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PART 1: Lakers let rope slip further

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:04:00 -0000

Anthony entered this game nervous that we'd see signs of the Lakers letting go of the rope. He honestly didn't think that would involve losing that game. He and Raj recap the game and try to bring a little nuance to the Luka conversation.

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PART 2: The Lakers are becoming less cohesive by the game

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:57:00 -0000

Organizations all need to row in the same direction. Right now, the Lakers have people barely even sitting in the same boats. Anthony and Raj give examples of the ways this has hurt the team at almost every level this year.

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PART 3: Raj still won't let go of the rope

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:52:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their conversation about Deandre Ayton, then jump into the super chats to arrive at Raj somehow, some way holding onto the rope even the Lakers appear to be letting go of.

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FULL: "He can't keep getting away with this"

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Mere hours after recording one of his angriest pods of the year, Anthony is joined by Harrison to discuss the direction of the team for the rest of this season and to gauge their faith in this front office as it will eventually embark on the latest most critical offseason in recent Lakers history.

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PART 1: Will the Lakers let go of the rope?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:01:00 -0000

The Lakers are kinda/sorta known for letting games get out of hand. After the front office has indicated it doesn't believe in this group and keeps talking about what it's going to do with all the cap space it'll get by having so many of these players leave, the question does need to be asked: Are we heading towards a late-season collapse?

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PART 2: It's probably best for all involved if LeBron steps aside after this season

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:56:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss some potential outcomes for this season, which leads to a discussion about LeBron. Anthony makes an admission: He's ready for everyone to just move on. We're done here.

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FULL: Anthony unleashes on a Lakers org that needs to hear it; Andy Kamenetzky on Rob Pelinka; Q&A

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:55:00 -0000

The Lakers lost in brutal fashion. Anthony let's it rip as a result. He plays a conversation recorded earlier with Andy Kamenetzky (Locked on Lakers, ESPNLA Radio) about Rob Pelinka, then answers questions from the live audience -- which was PISSED after that game.

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PART 1: Lakers did not, indeed, bounce back

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:51:00 -0000

Anthony shares his frustration from this game, which highlighted all that bothers him about this current iteration of the Lakers. He then throws to a conversation recorded earlier with Andy Kamenetzky about Rob Pelinka.

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PART 2: "Clock's ticking, buddy"

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:49:00 -0000

The Lakers are once again an unserious team heading into the playoffs. Rob Pelinka needs to fix that this summer, as Anthony and Andy explain. Anthony voices concern from fans that are nervous about the lack accountability Rob has faced so far.

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PART 3: Will this summer finally be any different?

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:44:00 -0000

Anthony and Andy continue their conversation by explaining why at least Andy thinks this offseason will finally be the transaction window we see the Lakers commit to building a contender. Or else.

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PART 4: "You pray up"

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:40:00 -0000

Anthony answers questions from the audience but also takes time to explain, with religion as an example, why the Lakers lack culture to the extent that they do.

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FULL: Lakers need to change their approach to the center spot

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:02:00 -0000

The Lakers as an organization haven't valued centers outside of Anthony Davis. Since Luka Doncic arrived, he's been asked to turn below average-centers into good ones, but Anthony thinks the Lakers need to give him a good center he can make elite. He makes that point, picks up on the Austin conversation, wonders if it's time to shift to a younger rotation, then answers all the questions he can.

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PART 1: The major change the Lakers HAVE to make to roster building

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Under Rob Pelinka, the Lakers have typically built rosters that force stars to be great so as to turn role players into much better versions of themselves. Anthony thinks that approach has led to imbalanced players and is responsible for the complete lack of two-way impact guys.

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PART 2: LeBron fans are ready for him to leave the Lakers

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

A listener asked about player-centric vs. team fandom, which led to Anthony explaining why he covers the Lakers the way he does. No player is bigger than the team.

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FULL: Lakers embarrass themselves against Celtics

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:29:00 -0000

Anthony has had enough after the Lakers, fully healthy, got their asses kicked by the Celtics -- who are still playing without their best player.

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PART 1: Lakers lack culture completely

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:24:00 -0000

The Celtics beat the crap out of the Lakers because they're committed to a basketball culture, whereas the Lakers are still wandering through the desert hoping another star fall in their lap.

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PART 2: Let's talk about Austin...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:17:00 -0000

Anthony explains his concerns on Austin against long, physical perimeter defenders when referees swallow their whistle. Given the decision the Lakers have on him this summer, these games are tough to look past. Still, not all of it is even within Austin's control, and that's where Anthony is most nervous. He discusses that, then finishes with some questions from the live audience.

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THE HOOK: What does the Lon Rosen hire mean? Second half expectations; LeBron's future

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:46:00 -0000

Pete and Anthony got together for back-to-back weeks because of just how crazy this week was. Buckle up, buttercup.

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PART 1: The Lakers had themselves a week...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:42:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss the move from Tim Harris to Lon Rosen and the process that went into it. What might the fallout be from it? What should that fallout be?

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PART 2: Basketball-wise, what should we be looking for? LeBron's future in LA...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:39:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete turn their attentions to the basketball, as it is finally resuming tonight. The guys talk about what they'll be looking for from the team on both sides of the ball, as well as from a more macros standpoint. With a little extra time left at the end of the episode, they also discuss LeBron's future -- whether that be with the Lakers or on a different team.

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FULL: Who is Lon Rosen and what does him replacing Tim Harris mean?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers announcing Tim Harris in very short order after reports surfaced that Tim Harris would be stepping down after this season. He also explains who Lon Rosen is, which seems important too. He wraps with questions from the live audience, who seemed pretty hopeful this might lead to more change.

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PART 1: Lakers hire Lon Rosen; What to make of the timeline

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Lon Rosen was selected preeeeeeetty quickly. This would seem to give us a bit of a hint as to how things went down with Tim Harris. It's also fair to wonder whether this might lead to similar exits from Harris' soon to be former peers from within the organization.

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PART 2: What does Lon Rosen's hiring mean for Rob Pelinka, The Rambi, etc?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Lakers fans have become pretty rabid in their desire to see a complete overhaul of Jeanie Buss' inner circle (and for good reason). So, with Lon Rosen already replacing one of the members of that inner circle, should we be connecting dots to the next moves? Maybe? Hopefully? Also, Anthony explains why Rob Pelinka is the made man he seems to be and answers other questions from the audience.

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FULL: Did we just get our first hint of a real Lakers organizational shift? LeFuture? All-Star Success

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:03:00 -0000

Packed show today as it is being reported Tim Harris will be stepping down after this season. Anthony and Harrison discuss what this might mean short and long-term, and how Lakers fans will feel this shift. Then, they pick apart the speculation throughout this last weekend about LeBron James' Lakers future. They wrap with some words about All-Star Weekend and by answering questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Fare thee well, Tim Harris

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison break down why fans should be excited that Tim Harris, president of basketball operations, will be stepping down from his position with the Lakers.

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PART 2: LeFuture

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison segue from their conversation about Tim Harris into the rampant speculation about LeBron James' NBA future. Anthony explains how the Lakers' consistent punting over the last few years has probably played a part in James looking for better basketball situations.

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PART 3: Was that... a successful All-Star Weekend? Can the NBA build off this?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss a mostly really fun All-Star Weekend and lay out how they'd like to see the league build off its success by doubling down on what worked: Xenophobia.

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FULL: All Star Weekend mostly worked; Adam Silver slides on majory issues; Mailbag; Q&A

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:12:00 -0000

Packed show coming back from the longer weekend. Anthony recaps a mostly fun All Star Weekend, discusses the dunk contest and wonders why this hasn't been fixed yet, explains why he enjoyed the actual All Star Game, then dives into the mailbag and live Q&A.

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PART 1: Was tanking a distraction from other league issues at All Star Weekend?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:06:00 -0000

Adam Silver gave his annual press conference at All Star Weekend, where the subject du jour was tanking. The conversation on that subject was so loud that it made Anthony wonder whether it had become a distraction from more pressing issues.

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PART 2: What went into the Kobe Bufkin decision?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:02:00 -0000

Anthony continues his dive through the iTunes mailbag, where a listener wanted some clarity on the Kobe Bufkin decision. Anthony explains what went into it, based on what he knows, then continues on into questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Chris Paul retires; LeBron's final Lakers chapter; Front office rebuild; Q&A

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:07:00 -0000

Loaded show to send you off into the weekend.

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PART 1: Chris Paul retires; Clippers Clippered again; LeBron's final chapter

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete look back on Chris Paul's career and how the Clippers did him and their other stars wrong. Anthony makes the point that this is something the Lakers have done so well it's helped land stars over the years... which means they have to send LeBron James off gracefully, too.

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PART 2: Will the Lakers actually build out its front office?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:55:00 -0000

Anthony is still pretty skeptical that the front office will be built out in ways Lakers fans are hoping. Pete believes it could really happen. Both make their cases, then explain how they'd like to see it come together.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: Lakers midway look-back; Report Cards

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:06:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Pete and Jovan to look back quickly on the season to this point, then dish out grades to all the key contributors to it.

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GWF PART 1: Lakers season macro view; Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves grades

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:05:00 -0000

The guys open with a brief conversation on the season as a whole to this point, then direct their attention to the guys at the top of the roster.

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GWF PART 2: LeBron James, Rob Pelinka report cards

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:04:00 -0000

LeBron gets the lowest grades of the Lakers' three stars, then the guys have a lengthy conversation about Rob Pelinka and a Lakers front office that has a critical offseason ahead of them.

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GWF PART 3: JJ Redick, role players' report cards

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:02:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their conversation about Rob Pelinka, then turn their attention to JJ Redick and the role players up and down the roster.

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FULL: Tanking, Rob's spin cycle, LeSubtweet's return and what we owe each other

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:18:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison talk about how tanking has escalated and the role Adam Silver has played in the problem getting worse. Then, they discuss Rob Pelinka once again seemingly sliding on by for wasting another prime season of a great player. They debate whether LeBron publicly shared his own Rob-related frustration, then they wrap up with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Let's talk about tanking

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:14:00 -0000

Tanking has once again become a forefront issue and Anthony wants to know the difference between what the Jazz are doing as an organization and what the league kicked Johntay Porter out for.

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PART 2: How does Rob Pelinka keep doing this?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:12:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed everyone move on to the Lakers' deadline not being all that surprising while ignoring what the Lakers have cost Luka Doncic and LeBron James.

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PART 3: Will Rob and Jeanie actually build out the front office?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:08:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka said he and Jeanie are looking forward to building out the rest of the Lakers organization, but Anthony will believe it when he sees it and explains why.

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FULL: Lakers nearly beat Thunder through bully ball; Ayton, dude; Q&A

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:39:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a loss that felt right there for the taking, then wishes the Lakers had a starting caliber center. He gives an Alex Caruso history lesson, then answers some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Lakers had their chances... here's why

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:34:00 -0000

Anthony walks away from that game feeling ok about the Lakers-Thunder matchup. He explains why, and how the Lakers need to further those advantages just in case these two teams meet in the playoffs.

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PART 2: LeBron says Lakers aren't a championship team (duh)

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:30:00 -0000

While Anthony was recapping the game, so was LeBron James. He (LeBron) was asked about the difference between where the Lakers are now and where the OKC Thunder are and he gave an answer that Anthony agreed with, with a couple notes;

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FULL: Lakers beat Warriors, sign Kobe Bufkin; Rob Pelinka gives BRUTAL presser; Q&A

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:55:00 -0000

That Lakers win over the Warriors was fun. Luka Kennard fits like a glove. Then the Lakers added another guard for some reason. Rob Pelinka gave a presser that drove Anthony to madness. Then, Anthony answers questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Lakers put us through quite the weekend

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:49:00 -0000

Anthony recaps that fun game from Saturday night, then explains why he didn't love the how the Lakers chose to fill their final roster spot.

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PART 2: Rob Pelinka's brutal presser shows his fatal flaws

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:40:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka spoke to a select few reporters following the trade deadline and let's just saw Anthony wasn't very impressed.

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FULL: Honestly, just buckle up

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:55:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have a game to recap, a Luka injury to discuss, Austin's reminder to everyone to enjoy, a deadline to break down, Giannis nonsense to laugh at and everything in-between. Strap in. This is a good one.

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PART 1: Lakers-Sixers was a legit fun game, you know, minus that one part

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:49:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison recap an actually important Lakers win. They discuss a Luka injury's impact, Austin's shotmaking and Maxi Kleber's Laker moment.

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PART 2: The Giannis conversation

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:45:00 -0000

Anthony is officially out on Giannis Antetokounmpo as a Lakers target. He explains why to Harrison, who may or may not share that stance.

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PART 3: The Rob Pelinka conversation

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:41:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss the path forward for the Lakers and how concerned they are about Lakers leadership from here on out. This also detoured into a conversation about Luka's conditioning but they steer it back to the parts of the franchise they're actually worried about. He's not one of those things.

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LIVE NBA TRADE DEADLINE WATCH-ALONG

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:47:00 -0000

The Lakers made a move. Giannis didn't. Anthony breaks it all down and looks ahead to what's still to come.

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FULL: How to benefit from a Giannis trade; Q&A

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:28:00 -0000

Anthony rolls through a few scenarios in which the Lakers would either facilitate or benefit from a Giannis trade. (Right as he was editing and posting this episode, the Kuminga trade happened, which changes everything, but still). Then, he dives into a Q&A with an audience that is running out of patience with Rob Pelinka.

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PART 1: Lakers as the third team scenarios

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:22:00 -0000

NOTE: This was recorded before future hall of famer Jonathan Kuminga was traded for Kristaps Porzingis.

If Giannis is moved before the deadline, it almost certainly has to be in a three-team trade. If that's how things go, the Lakers have place some calls on how to benefit from such a deal. Anthony rolls through some scenarios to outline what that might look like.

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PART 2: Leaks/headlines/quotes have fans nervous

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:15:00 -0000

Fans have made it known they're nervous the Luka Doncic era will go the same way as the end of the LeBron James/Anthony Davis era. Anthony understands the concern and even shares some of it, but offers up some differences to hopefully make you feel better.

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FULL: Austin is back; NBA trade madness; Deadline update; Lakers cap space plan detailed

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:54:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj start the show by discussing the Lakers' win over the Nets, which featured the return of one Austin Reaves. Boy, missed him. JJ Redick may have kinda/sorta tipped his hand on how he's leaning on the starting group, so they debate that potential decision. Then Yossi Gozlan (Third Apron) joins the show to help break down some moves across the league, the Lakers' deadline plan and their cap-space-driven hopes.

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PART 1: Lakers beat Nets in Austin's return; New starting lineup?

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:45:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down that win over the lowly Nets and the immediate impact Austin Reaves brought in his return. Everyone seemed a little extra spry, no? The guys talk about the lineup to start the second half, JJ Redick playing coy and start to discuss some of the moves around the league over the last 24 hours or so.

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PART 2: Yossi Gozlan on flurry of trades, Lakers' deadline outlook

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:40:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj welcome Yossi Gozlan into The Lounge to discuss the moves made earlier in the day and explain their impact on the Lakers. They also start to touch on the Lakers' cap space plan and how confident they are in it.

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PART 3: Can the Lakers absorb Giannis' contract? What's Plan B? (with Yossi Gozlan)

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:33:00 -0000

We keep hearing about this grand plan with cap space, so Anthony asks a cap guru what it actually entails, and what the Lakers' best option might be in they can't execute Plan A. What would a Giannis trade even look like for the Lakers? Anthony explains what his biggest fear on this front is, then they wrap with a couple questions.

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FULL: Lakers fans are sick of... this (same honestly)

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:18:00 -0000

At one point in this show, Anthony recalls a Chris Haynes tweet that could be copied and pasted from a couple years ago. So, yeah, Lakers fans are (rightly) sick of this movie.

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PART 1: Lakers fans are right to be frustrated

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:56:00 -0000

It's been years of this same approach to team building and all Rob Pelinka has done is waste prime years of some of the league's bigger stars. Lakers fans have had enough, and we get it.

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PART 2: If the Lakers are punting, then they have to trade Rui

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:52:00 -0000

If the plan is indeed to kick this can down the road and hope for Giannis, then it's time to actually commit to that plan and acquire something for Rui rather than let him walk for nothing.

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PART 3: Portland, please, save us

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:45:00 -0000

Anthony continues to make the case for Portland to rescue everyone from the Giannis story extending into the summer.

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FULL: Lakers lose in NYC; Austin still out; Hunter traded to Not The Lakers; Deadline Week preview; Q&A

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:23:00 -0000

It's been a while since Anthony and Raj spoke. These episodes are some of their best. This one hits on A LOT.

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PART 1: Lakers lose to Knicks; Austin still out?

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:20:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj recap an annoying loss to the Knicks, then discuss Austin Reaves' injury status and the ambiguity surrounding it. Anthony makes a joke that made Raj try to jump off screen.

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PART 2: The Lakers showed their trade deadline hand...

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:13:00 -0000

If you've been paying attention, the Lakers have kinda/sorta told you what they're likely to do over the next few days. What you be comfortable with a quiet trade deadline if it means a chance at Giannis this summer?

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PART 3: Warriors' assets are getting overrated again; Q&A

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:04:00 -0000

Anthony rifts on the Warriors' proposed package for Giannis and pokes holes in each asset. Then, the guys dive into the questions from the live audience, including about the zone the Lakers run and why neither Raj or Anthony love it all that much -- as well as a few others.

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Justin Rowan on De'Andre Hunter, a weird Cavs season, LeBron's future

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:38:00 -0000

Anthony opens The Lounge on a Friday afternoon for a good friend of his: Justin Rowan of "The Chase Down Podcast." The guys talk about the game the other night, the potential Rui Hachimura-De'Andre Hunter swap, the Cavs' season and the impact it has on their trade priorities and LeBron James' future.

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REPORT: Lakers in on De'Andre Hunter-Rui Hachimura swap

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:33:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the situation as he sees it regarding these De'Andre Hunter-Rui Hachimura rumors. This would be a pretty underwhelming return for Rui, so Anthony explains why this isn't what the final deal will look like. He discusses the entirety of the trade market and then answers questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Austin Reaves update; Fifth starter debate; LeBron's future; De'Andre Hunter Noise; Q&A

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have A TON to catch up on. They start with Anthony reporting on Austin Reaves, who is on trach to hopefully play Friday in DC. They discuss who they think should be the fifth starter and what the rotation could look like from there. They touch on LeBron's future and the choice he's basically forced into. De'Andre Hunter's name is coming up too often not to discuss him, so they do that, as well as the rest of the deadline. They wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: What to look for in Austin Reaves' return

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony's sources told him earlier yesterday that Austin was on track to return to action today. Then, the Lakers' injury report listed Austin as questionable, an upgrade from before. Things are heading in the right direction, so Anthony and Harrison discuss what they'd like to see from Austin, Luka and LeBron.

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PART 2: Who should be the fifth starter (part 73)

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison debate JJ Redick's choices for fifth starter between Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia. Again.

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PART 3: LeBron's future; De'Andre Hunter noise is getting loud; Q&A

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

The guys discuss the scene in Cleveland, where LeBron was visibly moved by a thank-you video. Does it mean anything? Then, Anthony has heard De'Andre Hunter's name far too often not to discuss the possibilities and how his game would fit. They wrap by answering a couple questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Lakers lose; Giannis finally "asks" out; Dalton report; Q&A

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:23:00 -0000

What a weird night.

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PART 1: Lakers fold behind LeBron's weird night, Luka's injury scare

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:21:00 -0000

The Lakers folded in spectacular fashion on a night where both their available stars had weird games for different reasons.

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PART 2: What are the chances Giannis gets traded before the deadline?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:15:00 -0000

Presented an opportunity to grift to his heart's extent, Anthony gives about as boring an answer has he possibly can. For journalism.

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FULL: Austin Out; Shams gaffs; Laughable Bronny report; Deadline Q&A

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:27:00 -0000

As implied by the title of the pod, it's a loaded one that wanders everywhere from injury details, to the ethics of reporting, to the desire to retell history and the problems caused by that, to parenthood and everywhere in-betwee.

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PART 1: Austin is or is not playing today (he is not) (probably)

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:21:00 -0000

Anthony noticed along with everyone how Shams tweeted that Austin was making his return today only to delete that tweet and never issue any kind of correction. Journalism! Anthony offers up what he's heard about the situation and then dives into some of the choices Austin's return leads to.

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PART 2: Bronny reporting challenges everyone's intelligence; Q&A

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:52:00 -0000

Anthony laughs at a report that Bronny James wasn't drafted at LeBron's request and uses it to talk about how the media does a disservice to everyone. From there, he dives into the chat to answer a couple questions about the trade deadline. Get ready for some Nic Claxton talk.

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FULL: Lakers win; Luka dominates; Ayton benched again; Rui! Q&A

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a weird but mostly fun Lakers win over the Bulls. Luka was incredible. Ayton was the opposite of that. Rui has been really bleepin good since he went to the bench. Austin might be back soon and the offense is clicking in a way that he can only help. Listeners still want to know about incoming trades.

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PART 1: Luka dominates Bulls; Ayton no-shows; Rui!

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:25:00 -0000

Anthony explains what he loved about Luka's game last night, what he's sick of watching from Ayton and why he's so impressed by Rui.

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PART 2: Trade rumors Q&A

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:22:00 -0000

After recapping the game and talking about the recent developments surrounding the Lakers, Anthony opens things up to the rest of the live audience, who is still pretty focused on the trade deadline, which is still a little more than a week away.

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FULL: Kirk Henderson on Lakers-Mavs; MAILBAG

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Fun episode today. Anthony's buddy was invited to the Lakers-Mavs game Saturday by Luka Doncic (really), so he talks about that experience and where both teams stand a year or so after the trade. Then, Anthony dives into the mailbag and live chat for some great topics.

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PART 1: Kirk Henderson on Lakers-Mavs game, as hosted by Luka Doncic

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

The Lakers and Mavs played in Dallas over the weekend and Luka Doncic hosted a select few fans and content creators for the game in a suite. One such fan was Anthony's buddy, Kirk (Pod Maverick). So the guys talk about that experience, the game itself, Luka shunning Jason Kidd and more.

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PART 2: MAILBAG: What's the latest as the Lakers near trade deadline week?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Listeners are still laser focused on the trade deadline, where they're hoping the Lakers will address some of the glaring holes on the roster. Anthony explains why the entire market is held up and why he wishes the Lakers would zag while the rest of the league zigs.

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HOOK: LeBron responds; Lakers' identity shift; trade deadline preview

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:29:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete catch up following an interesting couple of weeks. They discuss this ESPN story about the Buss family and Jeanie's relationship with LeBron James. They react to James' quotes from last night about all this. Then, in terms of actual basketball, they discuss the team going bigger with the help of Drew Timme and the tweaks they'd like to see from this trade deadline.

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PART 1: LeBron responds to Jeanie reports; What this says about sports media

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:26:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss the reporting from ESPN about the Buss siblings and Jeanie's relationship with LeBron James. They also discuss James' response from last night to said reporting. This launches a conversation about sports media that this whole ordeal gave us some insight into.

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PART 2: Lakers undergoing basketball identity shift; Trade deadline preview

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:21:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete turn their attention to the basketball the Lakers have been playing lately. They both loves what he's seen from Drew Timme and hopes the Lakers lean fully into this bigger/stronger identity he's been a part of when Austin Reaves comes back. Seeing as this is the last time they will talk before the trade deadline, they preview that as well.

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FULL: Well that happened

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:37:00 -0000

The Lakers lost to the Clippers. They climbed back and gave themselves chances, but that was annoying. Anthony recaps the game, answers some questions and calls it a night. Because that was annoying.

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PART 1: What a weird game...

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:31:00 -0000

Anthony recaps this game, gives his thoughts on the Lakers' zone and Gabe Vincent continuing to get minutes despite not really helping in any particular way and everything else from a weird night at the Aspiration Dome.

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PART 2: What do we do with Luka Doncic's shooting numbers?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:25:00 -0000

A listener showed their concern about Luka Doncic continuing to shoot as many threes as he does at such a poor rate, so Anthony explains why this is such a tough subject to navigate.

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FULL: Anthony and Harrison break down ESPN's Buss family exposé

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:03:00 -0000

You may want to get comfortable for this one. The guys discuss the various angles worth taking seriously, laugh at the parts of the story that made them laugh and handle everything in-between.

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PART 1: Jeanie Buss gives her response to ESPN's reporting

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Right as the guys were wondering who would get the statement from Jeanie Buss, she gave one to The Athletic (Sam Amick). Harrison levitates for the rest of thesegment.

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PART 2: Jeanie Buss keeps trying to re-engineer history with the Westbrook trade

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

According to Baxter Holmes, Jeanie Buss felt LeBron James didn't take enough blame for the Russell Westbrook trade. This is patently ridiculous, seeing as she had final say on the trade and her untouchable Rob Pelinka was very much for it, too.

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PART 3: #PalpatineWasRight

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison tackle the complicated relationship between Jeanie and her sibling's impact on the Lakers and Jerry Buss' expectations on them. More importantly, Anthony lets you know how he actually feels about the Jedi Order and their ridiculous policies.

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FULL: Can we just enjoy beating the Nuggets?

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:34:00 -0000

The guys understand this wasn't the typical matchup between these two teams and Anthony makes the case that maybe just for once we can just enjoy the win. The guys discuss what led to the dub, celebrate some individual performances, then give their all-you-can-eat takes.

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PART 1: Screw the disclaimers... That was a fun win

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:29:00 -0000

Yes, there are hole to poke in this win if you want, but if you're a Laker fan doing that given how this season has gone (especially recently), Anthony wants to know why.

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PART 2: Raj says bring on the Nuggets in the playoffs

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:26:00 -0000

Even given the obvious caveats to this win, Raj is feeling good enough to say he wants to face the Nuggets in the playoffs. Anthony thinks he's insane.

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PART 3: Final game thoughts; AYCE advice; Raj teaches Anthony about soju

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:20:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their thoughts about this game and have a fun little look back on a Laker fan favorite. Also, after a discussion about all-you-can-eat places, Raj explains soju to Anthony -- a truly momentous occasion.

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FULL: Luka's ASG votes tell interesting story; MAILBAG; Trade Stuff; Giannis rumors

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:12:00 -0000

Anthony has a couple thoughts about Lakers players' all star voting returns -- specifically Luka Doncic. He goes through those, then dives into the iTunes mailbag for a couple topics and wraps up with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Player all star voting might mean a more competitive game... hopefully

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:09:00 -0000

Luka topped all players in terms of the fan vote, but if the players had their way he wouldn't even be starting for the west. Anthony discusses some of what might be going on there and whether it might lead to a more competitive all star game. Maybe. Please?

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PART 2: Lakers, LeBron want things to end amicably; Stop hoping for Giannis, Lakers

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:05:00 -0000

Anthony answers a question about the LeBron-Rich-Paul-Austin ordeal and explains why neither the Lakers or LeBron want to end things on an ugly note. From there, he dips further into the bag to discuss the narratives surrounding Luka Doncic and the potential biases at play.

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FULL: Hey! A blowout win! Dominayton! Timme Time!

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:54:00 -0000

That was a much-needed fun win. Didn't start out that way, but JJ Redick actually followed up his huffing and puffing with a different approach and it paid off. Anthony breaks down the win, explains why he likes Drew Timme as a viable frontcourt option and answers some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: The Lakers went big! And it worked!

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

JJ Redick expanded the rotation, limited the minutes for combo guards and gave them instead to bigger guys and, wouldn't you know it, the Lakers looked quite a bit better. Anthony explains why and gives Redick his props for the moves.

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PART 2: Latest trade noise

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony has to be a little careful when it comes to his reporting because of where it's contractually supposed to go, but he offers up what he's heard as we crawl towards the trade deadline.

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FULL: Fans have had enough

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:46:00 -0000

Lakers fans made their thoughts about this team known in ways we haven't seen so far this year. Will the front office listen? Anthony gives his thoughts about the game, then on whatever the live chat wanted to talk about.

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PART 1: Alright... enough Gabe Vincent

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:42:00 -0000

Gabe Vincent made as many shots as you and I did last night. Anthony makes the case that the front office needs to step in to help its head coach help himself.

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PART 2: Fans sound off after another bad loss

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:40:00 -0000

The live chat was popping after that loss last night. Anthony answered all those questions as honestly as he good, and they were far-ranging.

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FULL: Harrison and Anthony have their fun with the Rich Paul - Austin Reaves story

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony offers up another solution if Rich Paul wants to keep creating problems. Harrison and he discuss this whole situation. Should LeBron step in? Was his response adequate? Are we seeing a transition from the league away from Klutch Sports? The guys wander around this topic, answer some questions from the live audience and call it a day.

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PART 1: Anthony's solution to Rich Paul's trade machine addiction

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

The last time Anthony talked about this, his proposed solution may have been a tad extreme so he dials it back a bit to offer another solution. Harrison likes the plan. The guys talk about this situation and compare it to another player whose time with the Lakers was probably cut short by nonsense.

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PART 2: Was LeBron's response to this adequate?

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Turns out, according to Harrison, Anthony used the exact word he should've when he asked about how LeBron is handling this situation publicly. The guys wrap up their discussion on this topic then finish with a few questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Where'd that come from? How can the Lakers do that again?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:28:00 -0000

Just when you thought the Lakers were running out of redeemable qualities... boom! Anthony breaks down the game, explains what went right and tries to figure out how the Lakers can replicate as many of those things as possible.

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PART 1: Hey! The Lakers!

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:23:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down a legitimately impressive win even counting that ugly third quarter. Here's what went right (a lot) and what the Lakers can hopefully carry forward from this win (again, hopefully, a lot).

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PART 2: The Lakers provided themselves some lessons even in the win

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:18:00 -0000

That third quarter served as a quick and brutal reminder of how quickly things can go to crap in today's NBA. Yes, the win was nice, but here's hoping the Lakers also paid some attention to the lesson too. Anthony discusses that, then answers a couple question from the live audience.

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FULL: Lakers lose to Kings; Time to sell? Rich Paul on Austin (again)

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:10:00 -0000

The Lakers lost one of their ugliest games of the season and Anthony is starting to panic a bit. With the deadline approaching, he makes the case for selling off pieces, seeing as well know Rob Pelinka won't devote assets to this roster. The guys also address Rich Paul's latest comments on Austin Reaves, and Anthony has had enough.

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PART 1: You mess with the basketball gods...

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:04:00 -0000

The Lakers said Rui Hachimura was coming back. There was supposedly a plan. Then, he showed up for the game wearing jewelry to go with the warmups he had on, clearly with no plan to play in the game. Anthony takes issue with this and makes the case that the basketball gods agreed with him.

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PART 2: The Lakers either need to buy or sell; Sitting idle would be a waste

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:01:00 -0000

Anthony once again makes the case for Rob Pelinka choosing a direction and sticking to it, only this time, he thinks the Lakers should be looking to turn some of their rotation into assets they can use moving forward. Fare thee well, Rui Hachimura.

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PART 3: Rich Paul... enough...

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:58:00 -0000

Rich Paul once again addressed Austin Reaves on a podcast episode and Anthony has had enough. He has a pretty simple solution for the Lakers.

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FULL: Rui is back, won't start... for now; MAILBAG!

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony battles the elements, his allergies, fatigue and the NFL playoffs to bring this pod to you SO YOU BETTER LISTEN. He talks Rui Hachimura's return to the rotation and his role in it, at least for a little while. He then dives into the iTunes mailbag and the live chat to have a nice little Sunday convo with the audience.

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PART 1: Rui is coming off the bench, but for how long?

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Lakers fans should be rooting hard for the team to look good tomorrow with a rotation that makes a lot more sense than it has for most the year to this point.

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PART 2: A lesson on coaching from the NFL playoffs

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

A live viewer asked about coaching and a couple older candidates, so Anthony gives his thoughts on where he sees coaching going from here on out.

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THE HOOK: Lakers mega trade deadline preview; Ja Morant, Trae Young notes

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:48:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete set the table one month out from the trade deadline with some help from the league, given that Trae Young has already been traded and it seems like Ja Morant might be too. If you want to be optimistic about what the Lakers might do, this is the episode for you.

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PART 1: Lakers deadline expectations; Trae Young traded

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:44:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete are both optimistic that the Lakers should be able to address quite a few needs over the next month, and will. They explain why. They also give their thoughts on Trae Young being moved. They loved that deal for everyone involved. It also signalled a new era in NBA contracts.

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PART 2: Ja Morant hits the market; Lakers need a guard... No

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:40:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete give their thoughts on Ja Morant potentially being traded. Neither are very high on his market. Then, they come to grips with an unfortunate point: The Lakers probably need a guard. Not this one, but still.

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FULL: Giannis shoots down trade rumors (kind of); Please move on, Lakers

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Giannis spoke to The Athletic about all the trade rumors and while he may have intended to put all the noise to bed, the disclaimers he kept putting on the message will probably have the opposite effect. Anthony and Harrison laugh at Giannis' attempts, then make the case that the Lakers need to move on from waiting for him to become the villain he'd need to be so as to leave Milwaukee.

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PART 1: Giannis didn't exactly nail that interview

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

Giannis tried to disspell the noise emanating from his agent's efforts to get him out of Milwaukee and didn't exactly succeed. Anthony and Harrison explain why all these superstars are screwing these situations up.

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PART 2: Please get off the Giannis rollercoaster; We're begging

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Think of the children, Rob. Think of Bronny.

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FULL: RAJ IS BACK MEGA POD

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:35:00 -0000

Yeah the Lakers lost but Raj and Anthony haven't spoken since 2025 so there was A LOT to catch up on. So grab a seat, get comfy. Come along for the ride.

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PART 1: The Lakers were never going to win, but Luka Doncic sure as hell tried

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:31:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj were both super impressed with the game Luka Doncic played with the Lakers' back up against the wall. Too bad no one else was really there to help him steal a win.

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PART 2: Rui has his work cut out for him when he gets back

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:27:00 -0000

Jake LaRavia has made a strong case for himself as the fifth starter in Rui Hachimura's absence. The guys debate whether LaRavia has done enough, how long a leash Hachimura will have if he still is the starter and, oh yeah, laugh at the Kings.

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PART 3: The Lakers might have f-you expiring money

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:23:00 -0000

Anthony makes the case, based on the Trae Young trade return, that the Lakers should be aggressive with their expiring contracts to really go get their guy or, at the very least, get a pretty good player on a longer contract than their current team likes, but get an asset in the process.

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PART 4: Deandre Ayton for Daniel Gafford who says no

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:19:00 -0000

We're starting to really know who Deandre Ayton is after the honeymoon period comes to a close. Now that we're learning all this, Anthony wants to know how open Raj is to trading Ayton.

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FULL: Lakers get more clutch reps, another clutch win

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down yet another clutch win, this time against a Pelicans team that played fairly well. LeBron looked great. Luka thought so too. Jake LaRavia made another case for starting. Anthony discusses all that, plus what the live audience wanted him to talk about, as well.

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PART 1: LeBron sure doesn't look washed

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:47:00 -0000

The Lakers won this game because LeBron James turned the clock back. Anthony discusses that performance and how LeBron has treated games against Zion Williamson since the latter was drafted as the former's heir apparent.

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PART 2: Luka-LeBron Bromance? Luka-Bron Bromance!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:33:00 -0000

Anthony mentioned the other day how he wanted Luka Doncic and LeBron James to build their relationship together and we've started to see just that.

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FULL: Ishbia confirms Anthony on Dillon Brooks; MAILBAG

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony reported last nighgt that he didn't think Dillon Brooks was going anywhere. The Suns owner took to Twitter and wouldn't you know it, Dillon Brooks isn't going anywhere. The Suns should be a lesson to the Lakers. Will they? Anthony then dives into the mailbags to discuss everything from JJ Redick's coaching, reactions to his content and, obviously, the trade market.

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PART 1: The Suns are teaching an important lesson; Is Rob Pelinka watching?

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:01:00 -0000

The Suns are having success this year by being the opposite of what they tried last year. Yet the Lakers are seemingly getting ready to do exactly what got the Suns in trouble.

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PART 2: Buyout options; Rob Pelinka wyd

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony responds to a trade idea from a listener but points out why he'd like to open flexibility for the buyout market. Then, Anthony marvels at Rob Pelinka somehow failing to build a competitive roster now while also not having planned for any kind of future via an asset cache. It's honestly impressive.

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FULL: The bounce back from Christmas with a great New Year weekend

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:04:00 -0000

The Lakers needed an injection of positivity and got one this weekend with a couple wins over the Memphis Grizzlies. Anthony takes you through those wins, celebrates Jake LaRavia's arrival and looks ahead to what it all might mean.

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PART 1: Now that was a good weekend

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:52:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun win, discusses why he was nervous heading in and explains why he thinks this is something to build on.

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PART 2: Dalton struggles again; Mark Williams won't stop talking about the trade

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:47:00 -0000

Dalton got another opportunity last night and once again proved why he should maybe stop getting those opportunities. A listener asked about the Mark Williams trade, so Anthony offered up all he knows about the situation and then gave an analogy seeing as Williams keeps talking about it.

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FULL: Looking Back on 2025 and Ahead to 2026

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:58:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Daman Rangoola back into The Lounge to discuss the Lakers finishing 2025 almost exactly how they began the year despite landing Luka Doncic. They cover topics like the leadership void, Doncic and LeBron James’ lack of a relationship, where the Lakers go from here and more.

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PART 1: Are the Lakers Fraudulent?

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:56:00 -0000

One unfortunate lesson this season has taught Lakers fans so far is that the team looks great against lesser competition, but wilts against playoff-caliber opponents. Anthony and Daman discuss how they’ve arrived at this conclusion.

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PART 2: The Lakers Need to Embrace Conflict

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:54:00 -0000

The guys explain how the culture of feelings over facts at the top of the organization has trickled down through the ranks. If the Lakers are ever going to turn things around, it’ll need to start there.

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FULL: The Lakers quit on that game and it just won't matter

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:13:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to another blowout, once again calls the Lakers leadership into question, wonders if this will ever change and wanders into the welcoming blackness of the night.

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PART 1: It turns out being slow and bad at shooting is a tough combo

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:07:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the game and dives into this being a result of the organizational questions he's raised for years.

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PART 2: Will Mark Walter step in if things stay this non-competitive?

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:04:00 -0000

This is probably the question we get more than any other. Once again, live viewers of the show wanted to know whether Mark Walter would ever step in if the Lakers remain in neutral under Rob Pelinka. Anthony offered a glimmer of hope.

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FULL: All Star voting result show a frustrated fan base; MAILBAG

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:03:00 -0000

The Lakers are 20-10 and have been led by some superstar-caliber play at the top of their roster but, based on the results from all star voting so far, you probably couldn't tell. Anthony explains how frustrations from the fan base are being reflected on the wrong people. He then answers a bunch of questions from the mailbag and live audience.

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PART 1: ASG votes show Lakers fans are pretty apathetic about this team

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

The Lakers have a good record. There have been some fun moments to this season, highlighted by stellar play from superstars. And yet... Fans don't believe in this team. The first returns on all star voting provide clear insight on the matter.

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PART 2: LeBron's ASG votes are pretty shocking

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

LeBron is in one of the final seasons of his career. He's still playing at a high level. His team is 20-10. Yet he is outside the top 10 in fan voting. How?

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PART 3: The Lakers lack accountability

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

A listener asked about JJ's coaching and it led to a conversation about accountability, something the Lakers from the top of the roster on down.

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FULL: God bless the Kangz

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:05:00 -0000

The Lakers needed to get right and they played the exact team they needed to. Anthony breaks down the game, the tweaks he noticed in approach and execution, some comments from after the win and then wraps with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Which actual adjustments did the Lakers make?

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Sure, the starters are still uninspiring, but the Lakers did do a few things differently in this one. Anthony outlines and celebrates those tweaks.

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PART 2: Luka acknowledges Lakers' leadership concerns

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:53:00 -0000

Anthony expounds on his tweet from Christmas about the Lakers' leadership issues. For what it's worth, Luka Doncic agrees that it's something that needed to be addressed and still needs work.

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FULL: It's a Christmas miracle! Aaron is back!

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron the age-old question: Who are these Lakers? Are they the guys who raced out to a hot start or are they the team that's fallen back to earth lately? If they're somewhere in-between, how close are they to either end of the spectrum?

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PART 1: Who are the Lakers? (part 5,379)

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

The Lakers have been bipolar this season and it's led to a mostly meh point differential and underwhelming record against good teams. More concerning than anything is the fact that they force us to wonder if they're more of an 82-game team than a 16-win team. The answer to that question probably isn't the one we'd prefer to acknowledge.

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PART 2: How big a part of the problem has JJ Redick been?

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick is, by most standards, a stellar regular season coach -- especially when you factor in his inexperience. Still, he tends to default too often to favoring the offensive side of the ball during games and, if games don't go his way, he mostly refuses to accept accountability. If the Lakers are going to join the group of upper tier contenders, a listener asked whether Redick can be a part of that equation.

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FULL: Another Lakers blowout; Is it time to pay attention to the red flags?

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:02:00 -0000

Anthony is now officially concerned about the statistical profile of this Lakers team.

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PART 1: Is this Lakers team just who the differential says it is?

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:58:00 -0000

The Lakers have hovered at mediocre all season in one pretty important stat. Is it time to listen to said stat?

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PART 2: Can we see Luka/Austin with a sensible roster before we give up on them?

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

OH COME ON THIS IS THE EXACT SAME HEADLINE AS LATE STAGE LEBRON-AD ROSTERS.

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FULL: What Lakers fans should be asking for from Santa

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:03:00 -0000

We're nearing Christmas and the new year, which means the fork in the road which will force Rob Pelinka into a decision about the team's intentions this year is just ahead on the horizon. Anthony and Harrison discuss what they want from Pelinka this year, and it's basically what they've wanted from him for almost a decade.

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PART 1: Dear Santa, please let Anthony stop having to record this episode

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony knows what he wants from Santa this year and it's exactly what he's wanted for the last several years: Rob Pelinka committing to winning with a promising basketball team. Harrison laughs and Anthony's commitment.

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PART 2: Enough feelings nonsense; It's time to get a better fifth starter

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Harrison drops the line of this episode. That's all we're gonna say.

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PART 3: How should the Lakers go for it this season?

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison agree on which direction they'd like to see Rob Pelinka take this roster. Now they discuss which moves they'd like to see made.

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FULL: Is the "Lakers Tax" real? Injury updates; Q&A

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony opens with a question from the iTunes mailbag asking about how Lakers assets tend to be talked about compared to others teams'. He then offers up an update on all the Lakers' injuries and answers as many questions from the live audience as he could before the end of the hour.

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PART 1: Why are Lakers assets always underrated?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony explains why Lakers assets always seem underrated compared to other teams' and the impact that has on the analysis after the Lakers make their trades. Then, he offers up an update on the Lakers' injuries and launches a fun Q&A with the live audience.

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PART 2: Why is Ben Mathurin's name in trade rumors?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

A listener wanted to know why Ben Mathurin would potentially be available, so Anthony explains, then he offered up his stance on whether the Lakers should pursue Mathurin, even given some of the defensive questions. The Q&A continued from there.

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FULL: NBA refs need to figure it out; Lakers outlast Jazz; Raj vs. bandaids

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony is sick and tired of NBA referees ruining an otherwise great product. The guys discuss an ugly win and what to take away from it. Raj doesn't understand the rip off the bandaid analogy.

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PART 1: NBA refs HAVE to get better

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Watching an NBA basketball game doesn't have to be this bad. And a lot of the league's watchability problems can be traced back to the referees who, on any given night, can decide how entertaining a game can be.

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PART 2: At some point JJ Redick needs to actually care about defense

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony compares JJ Redick to a couple football coaches JJ probably wouldn't want to be compared to. Raj follows this up with not understanding the point of the rip-off-the-bandaid analogy.

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FULL: Don't be James Dolan; More trade thoughts; Buyout options

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

The Knicks are not going to hang a banner. Anthony offers up a bit of life advice: Never have anything in common with James Dolan. Then, he dives back into some trade thoughts with a couple archetypes and hypothetical examples. He wraps with some thoughts about the buyout market, then answers a couple questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Never ever ever be James Dolan

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony opens with some advice just in case the Lakers are considering pulling down their NBA Cup banner: You never want to have anything in common with James Dolan.

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PART 2: Buyout szn > Trade szn?

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The Lakers need to find a way to open another roster spot and take back a little less money so they can benefit from what might be a fruitful buyout season.

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FULL: How can the Lakers take advantage of the Giannis situation?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Obviously the hope for most is that they wind up acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo but if they don't, there are still ways for the Lakers to benefit from him being traded. Anthony discusses this as well as other trade scenarios and answers questions from the live youtube audience.

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PART 1: An udpate on Giannis; Milwaukee is desperate

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Milwaukee is getting ready to make yet another desperation play to try to convince Giannis Antetokounmpo to stick around. Anthony wonders if this is the time to take advantage of the Bucks' desperation.

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PART 2: Should we be rooting for Giannis to go somewhere else?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony makes the case for Giannis being traded somewhere else actually being better for the Lakers, especially if they can land the wing they need for a discount and maybe even wait for Antetokounmpo's impending free agency.

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FULL: Trade season mega mailbag

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Welcomes to trade season, everyone! Anthony gives some initial thoughts on how this one will play out, then dives into the iTunes and Youtube mailbags to answer all kinds of questions on everything from the Lakers' trade targets to orcas.

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PART 1: What are the Lakers looking today initially during trade szn?

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

The Lakers clearly need a couple more athletes even after JJ Redick finally balanced out the rotation. How they'll get them is another question altogether, especially as the Giannis trade situation looms so large over trade season.

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PART 2: WE FINALLY GOT AN ORCA QUESTION

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony has been doing this for more than a decade and mailbags have been a popular podcast type all this time and finally, after all those thousands of episodes, he was asked about a subject he truly cares about: the orcas. That and more trade stuff.

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FULL: Dillon The Villain; Vando makes the most of his opportunity; Rui as a bot?

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:36:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj talk about one of the dumber basketball games we'll see this year. Anthony is out on Dillon Brooks after that performance. Vando finally got some minutes and looked great. What does that mean for the rotation? Anthony gives a new Rui analogy.

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PART 1: Thanks, Dillon Brooks!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:32:00 -0000

Dillon Brooks cost his team that game. The guys debate to what extent that should be taken into account when talking about Brooks as a trade target.

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PART 2: Rui's minutes keep looking worse by comparison

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:29:00 -0000

Anthony has had enough with Rui Hachimura. Raj pushes back a bit, which leads to a fun conversation.

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PART 3: If Vando starts playing more, who sits?

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:25:00 -0000

Once again, there's a big difference in what maybe should happen versus what probably will happen here. The guys talk out the rotation tweaks that might be coming.

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FULL: Khobi Price on glass ceilings, rotation decisions, trade options

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Khobi Price (SCNG, OC Register) to discuss the glass ceiling the Lakers keep bumping up against. Is there a way to improve the collective athleticism in the Lakers rotation internally? Or is a trade required to address this clear deficiency? The guys talk this, the starting lineup and the Giannis trade rumors that hang over everything.

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PART 1: The Lakers keep losing the same way

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Khobi discuss that ugly loss to the Spurs and why they seem to keep getting blown out. Is there anything that can be done before trade season?

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PART 2: Let's talk Vando...

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick has made the decision to keep Jarred Vanderbilt out of the rotation completely. Anthony and Khobi talk about the implications of this decision and whether it's something Redick should reconsider.

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FULL: Lakers get blown out; Austin struggles; the starters gotta go

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:54:00 -0000

The Lakers lost in an all too familiar way, which has Anthony pulling out his hair for having to have the same conversation all over again. Please, JJ Redick, we're begging. Change up the starters.

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PART 1: Well that got ugly quickly (again)

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:51:00 -0000

Anthony once again notes the ways the Lakers are getting blown out and the specific problems that lead to these lopsided losses.

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PART 2: Alright let's talk about Austin (again)

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:49:00 -0000

Austin struggled against length and athleticism again, so the familiar criticisms popped back up. Anthony addresses those criticisms (and doesn't necessarily disagree), but thinks Reaves' struggles are indicative of a flawed roster moreso than of Reaves' own shortcomings being some fatal flaw as a player.

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PART 3: A couple final thoughts on Rich Paul's championship org takes

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:47:00 -0000

Anthony answers some questions from the live audience and, in doing so, addresses Rich Paul's comments about the Lakers not being a championship organization. Those comments rang a little hollow seeing as LeBron and his camp butt heads with Pat Riley and the championship organization that the Heat was.

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FULL: Anthony and Harrison riff on Rich Paul's comments

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

These episodes where Anthony and Harrison basically wandered around a subject like Rich Paul launching his new podcast with some Lakers takes are usually when they're at their best. So let's see how this one goes!

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PART 1: Would you want your agent to have a podcast?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Seems like a bad idea!

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PART 2: Why do people care more about what Rich Paul says about LeBron-Reaves than LeBron talking about Reaves?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

LeBron spoke about Austin Reaves on his own podcast today and somehow that message (as well as James' own actions while playing with Reaves) is being ignored completely because it's more fun to dramatize what James might think about Reaves based on what his agent said on a podcast.

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FULL: Anthony and Raj FINALLY talk about that Sixers dub

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:01:00 -0000

Anthony was traveling and had a bunch of pent-up takes he needed to fire off coming off that great Lakers road trip. This was a blast to record.

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PART 1: What a trip

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:53:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj give their thoughts on the Playback platform shutting down, then dive into this most recent and successful Lakers road trip.

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PART 2: LeBron as a screener has us feeling some things

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:47:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj both agree the biggest takeaway from that win over the Sixers was the work LeBron put in as a screener. This unlocks so many things for a variety of reasons.

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PART 3: This is why LeBron was never leaving

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:43:00 -0000

Take a look around at this situation. The Lakers are the two-seed in the west. They have room to improve this year and feel they have a path to Giannis after. LeBron was never finding a better situation than this, realistically speaking, as Anthony explains.

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FULL: Lakers win; LeBron snaps streak; Austin wows; Giannis CP3 stuff

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:15:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj take you through one of the more fun shows we've ever made. No joke. You won't want to miss this one.

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PART 1: The most perfectly LeBron way to end The Streak

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:54:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj just enjoy that play. The game was great. Austin was incredible. The Lakers won. But that play was so freakin' cool. Let's all soak that up together. (you know which play)

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PART 2: Austin Reaves HAS to win Most Improved this year; Adou appreciation

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:48:00 -0000

Anthony goes through Austin Reaves' career progression and marvels at the fact Reaves has not once ever been seriously considered for Most Improved. That has to change this year. The guys also talk about Adou Thiero, who looked really good again last night.

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PART 3: Anthony makes Raj talk about Giannis; Q&A

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:44:00 -0000

Anthony hasn't spoken to anyone on the pod since the latest Giannis stuff dropped so he made Raj discuss it. The guys throw a take out there that will probably sound absolutely ridiculous at first, but makes more sense the more you think about it. They wrap with a few super comments from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: The whole damn league lost its damn mind

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:09:00 -0000

First, the Clippers cut Chris Paul's retirement tour short because he was bullying the collection of losers he was surrounded by. Anthony laughs at that situation, then explains why it's unlikely Paul will be a Laker.

Then, a mere couple hours later, things escalated as Giannis Antetokounmpo's camp told Shams Charania of ESPN that they're getting ready to meet with Bucks leadership soon to discuss his future there. Anthony explains why this absolutely will impact the Lakers' decision-making this season.

As if all that wasn't enough, we got a non-contact injury to Giannis that looked like that really bad one (but as of now appears not to be that one) and we got word that Luka is out tonight as the Lakers face the Toronto Raptors.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: Lakers Progress Report With Dan Woike, Harrison Faigen

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:03:00 -0000

20 games into the Lakers season, it's time for progress reports. Not full-on report cards, just a quick look at where things stand and where they'll need to go from here.

First, Anthony, Jovan and Pete gives grades to the Lakers overall, then they hand them out to Luka Doncic, JJ Redick and Austin Reaves. LeBron James received and Incomplete, though the guys would definitely like to see more from him.

In the second half of the show, Dan Woike and Harrison Faigen pick up the conversation by discussing the other guys' seasons to this point, as well as Rob Pelinka's work putting this roster together.

In a moment of genius, Anthony also brought the Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors into the show, which worked out well given the news that dropped today.

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PART 1: What grade would you give the Lakers 20 games in?

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Before diving into their grades so far, the guys discuss that loss to the Phoenix Suns and it being a continuation of a somewhat concerning trend. From there, the guys gives grades starting macro, then moving micro.

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PART 2: Austin Reaves grades; Dan Woike, Harrison Faigen make this a Lakers lineup

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan wrap up their first half of the conversation, grading out they factors in this season, then open up their discussion by welcoming in Dan Woike and Harrison Faigen.

Everyone now discusses the grades they'd give to the "other" guys on this roster, which leads to a fun Deandre Ayton conversation.

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PART 3: Rob Pelinka progress report; Lakers trade talks

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Given the parameters Rob Pelinka worked with, he had a very successful offseason. Still, because he stayed within those parameters, the roster still needs work. The guys discusses the directions the Lakers could go in, then give their thoughts on this whole Giannis Antetokounmpo situation.

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FULL: Lakers' worst stat; Suns blowout fallout; MAILBAG: Giannis unhappy?

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:03:00 -0000

One stat in particular goes a long way in painting the picture of the Lakers' losses. Anthony offers it up and contextualizes its impact on the way the Lakers look in wins vs. losses. Then, he reacts to some of the quotes that came out of last night's embarrassment. From there, he opens the mailbag, where listeners wanted to know about Giannis Antetokounmpo's social media latest and the chances he finishes the season as a Buck.

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PART 1: The Lakers' transition problem; Suns loss quotes weren't great

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony found a stat (point offs turnovers in wins v losses) that he thinks tells the consistent story to the Lakers' losses this season -- which often have come in blowout fashion. Then, he reacts to some of the quotes from after that loss to the Suns (another blowout) and the different stories they told.

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PART 2: The Giannis conversation

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Giannis scrubbed his social media clean of almost anything having to do with the Milwaukee Bucks. Doing so in the middle of the season after his team fell out of the play-in race prooooooobably isn't the best sign. Anthony breaks it down.

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PART 3: How can the Lakers get more from LeBron?

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony apparently gave a controversial take in saying he thinks the Lakers shouldn't turn LeBron James into just a spot up shooter. He stands by it, monsters!

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FULL: Lakers get rocked by physical, aggressive team (again)

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:46:00 -0000

The Suns took the fight to the Lakers, something they frankly have not dealt with well so far this season. It was also something we'd hope they'd improve on seeing as it's how they were knocked out last season. Anthony talks about this game, Dillon Brooks' play, the overall concerning trend and then dives into questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: A thorough butt-kicking at the hands of Dillon Brooks

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:36:00 -0000

Dillon Brooks seemed to love that game. He played so well that Anthony found himself loving Brooks' game.

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PART 2: The Lakers have to figure out how to deal with pressure

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:33:00 -0000

The Lakers are consistently underperforming against a specific kind of team. This is now a trend that dates back to how they were eliminated last season. How nervous should we be about this?

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PART 3: These losses hammer home how badly the Lakers need a trade

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:28:00 -0000

A listener asked near the end of the show how likely it is that the Lakers finish the season without making any trades. Anthony answers, then gives how he'd react if that is how this plays out. He also discusses the Lakers' poor transition play on both sides of the ball and why he doesn't think the sky is falling, but...

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FULL: Trap game avoided; Seventh straight W; Q&A

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:04:00 -0000

Anthony recaps Lakers-Pelicans, marvels at Luka and Austin's offensive productivity, enjoys Ayton's game and zooms out at the streak the Lakers are currently on. Then, he opens up the discussion to the live audience and gets pretty metta about fandom.

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PART 1: Seven straight

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:59:00 -0000

This felt like a trap game going in. The Lakers made sure it wasn't going to be one with the way they played in the first. Anthony recaps the game and explains why he was fairly happy with how it played out, for the most part.

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PART 2: Remind yourself to have fun watching this team

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:54:00 -0000

The Lakers have won seven straight. They're the two seed in the west. Luka, Austin and LeBron are potentially figuring out how to play basketball at a level offensively we haven't really seen very often (if ever) before. Yes, there are some questions about this team. Still, remember to stop and smell the roses from time to time, too.

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THE HOOK: Concerning starts; Season's favorites; Mavs/AD preview; Q&A

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 21:20:00 -0000

The Lakers' starters have looked iffy in ways many predicted. So when can they be changed? Anthony and Pete discuss that, then list a few of their favorite parts of this season so far. They quickly preview tonight's game against AD and the Mavs, then answer some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: At what point do we start worrying about the starters?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 21:08:00 -0000

Anthony draws a comparison between his golf game and the starters. It hasn't looked great in predictable ways. The guys discuss at what point they'd make a change and the risks of doing so.

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PART 2: Pete and Anthony's favorite parts of the season so far

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 21:01:00 -0000

The Lakers sit in the second seed in the west so clearly there's plenty to like. Anthony and Pete offer up a couple things they've particularly enjoyed, including: the beginnings of fourth quarters, hitting on their offseason gambles and the team's overall chemistry.

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PART 3: Why Rob Pelinka isn't going anywhere anytime soon

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 20:55:00 -0000

The guys open the conversation up for a quick Q&A and listeners wanted to know about Rob Pelinka. Anthony and Pete explain that the Lakers PBO/GM is safe, even after the firings of both Buss brothers.

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FULL: Anthony and Harrison on Lakers' various ceilings

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:03:00 -0000

After a great conversation about name choice, Anthony and Harrison discuss the Lakers' ceiling as currently constructed, what it would be with one trade and what they're capable of if they have the perfect trade deadline/buyout season. The guys also discuss the Lakers' win over the Clippers and, honestly a whole bunch of other random stuff.

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PART 1: Anthony and Harrison take a trip down memory lane by way of a song they made

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Yes, a song.

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PART 2: If the Lakers are going to contend as currently constructed, starters HAVE to improve

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

It's small sample size theater, but the numbers on the starting group are pretty damning. They're so bad that they're sinking the net rating on Luka/LeBron/Austin minutes completely, something that can't continue. The guys discuss the Lakers' ceiling now, then what it'd be with one realistic move.

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PART 3: What would a perfect trade deadline/buyout season look like?

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

If the Lakers are truly going to contend for a championship *this year* it's going to require a very successful (if not perfect) trade deadline and buyout season. Anthony and Harrison discuss what that would look like and the team's ceiling if Rob Pelinka was able to pull it off.

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FULL: Lakers handle Clippers; Big Three shines; Hayes steps up; Q&A

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:51:00 -0000

This was a fun one. The Lakers beat the Clippers. Luka, LeBron and Austin looked great. Jaxson stepped up in more ways than one and the audience was down for a fun Q&A -- well, most of the audience was.

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PART 1: Luka, LeBron, Austin looks their best together

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:46:00 -0000

The Lakers routinely put the Clippers into spot where all they could do was hope Luka, LeBron, Austin or whichever open Laker was shooting would miss. That was a clinic. Anthony breaks it down.

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PART 2: How can the Lakers get more athletic?

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:42:00 -0000

The Lakers are winning but are lacking in a couple important aspects of the game and most notably in terms of athleticism. Anthony explains how the starting group has affect the amount of athletes JJ Redick can put on the court downstream from that group, then goes into the ways the Lakers can address this issue. He hits on other topics the live audience wanted him to.

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FULL: The Lakers as a Rorschach test; MAILBAG

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

The Lakers have 12 wins, eight of which happened on the road. They have managed to do so through most of the season without at least one of their stars. They can't make threes, either. If you want to believe in this team, there's plenty of reason to do so.

Unfortunately, if you're a skeptic, there's reason to doubt, too. Anthony explains where he sits on this team, then dives into the mailbags.

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PART 1: Is the shooting becoming a real concern?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

To quote the great philosopher Darius Soriano, yes and no.

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PART 2: Is Rui Hachimura on the table in trades?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

A listener wanted to know what the Lakers might do with Rui Hachimura and Anthony explains that, while he certainly has fans within the organization, he's not off the table.

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FULL: Lakers win ugly; Starters still don't look right; Austin's shot diet; Timo Cruz

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:55:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down a relatively ugly win in which the Lakers showed very clearly they didn't respect the Jazz. They guys discuss the starters continuing to start slow, the Lakers' point differential continuing to hover far lower than their competition and some of the reasons why that has been the case. They celebrate what they saw from Maxi Kleber then share their concern for Austin Reaves' shot diet. Also, Coach Carter was brought up.

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PART 1: You take the win, but...

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:49:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj, like most fans, walked away from this game pretty underwhelmed. They discuss what was going on and a stat that Anthony is starting to notice more and more.

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PART 2: Austin needs better shots than the grenades he keeps getting thrown

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:47:00 -0000

Anthony has been paying closer attention to the first shots Austin is taking every game and that needs to get better. With Luka and LeBron also out there, there should be no need for Austin to take so many grenades.

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PART 3: Raj asks for an update on Anthony's stance on Adou Thiero

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:44:00 -0000

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FULL: Jesse, Joey Buss fired; Was it an emotional or practical move, or both?

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:26:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Raj Chipalu and Daman Rangoola on to discuss the implications of Jesse and Joey Buss being fired, their statements afterward, some behind the scenes details and where the Lakers go from here.

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PART 1: Fan reaction to Jesse, Joey Buss' firings

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:21:00 -0000

Anthony lets Daman and Raj discuss their reactions as fan to Jesse and Joey Buss being fired by the Lakers.

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PART 2: Firing Jesse and Joey Buss sends a message internally and externally

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:15:00 -0000

Anthony, Daman and Raj discuss the implications and message sent by firing Jesse and Joey Buss the way they were.

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PART 3: Raj finally gets to talk about basketball

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:09:00 -0000

Anthony asks Raj about the experience of watching LeBron's return to the Lakers. The guys talk about the vision for this team moving forward and whether it can get there.

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BREAKING: Jesse, Joey Buss fired by Lakers

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:15:00 -0000

Anthony explains how this came about, why Jesse and Joey Buss are out and where the Lakers go from here.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on Lakers' hot start, chemistry, starters, rotation; Q&A

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:16:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes back his favorite beat reporter, Jovan Buha, back to talk about the start the Lakers are off to and where they think things go from here. In an eoffrt not to get too optimistic (for your own good), the guys discuss the choices ahead with the starters, some downstream rotation issues and plenty else. They also discuss LeBron's debut, Vando's future and trade rumors in general.

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PART 1: How will JJ Redick handle a starting group that might not fit?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:07:00 -0000

Anthony and Jovan discuss the Lakers' exciting start to the season and, in an effort not to get too excited and thus damn the team, dive into the direction JJ Redick took the starting group. This leads to a fun conversation about fit, process and ignoring wins and losses for the sake of the greater good.

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PART 2: What can the Lakers do with Vando?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

The Lakers had their full offering of players the other night and the only player to catch an outright DNP-CD was Jarred Vanderbilt. Anthony and Jovan discuss what might be next for Vando both as a Laker and/or in the Lakers' attempts to move him.

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FULL: The Lakers were not, in fact, ruined by LeBron James' return

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:46:00 -0000

Huh. Who'd have thunk it? Anthony and Harrison recap the game, everyone's approach to it and how the Lakers eventually snapped out of their early game funk. Also, Anthony details one of the weirder days he's ever had and, hilariously, the impact it's going to have on his coverage moving forward.

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PART 1: Why Anthony won't question how the Lakers handle medical info anymore

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:40:00 -0000

Anthony starts the show with a story we guarantee you won't see coming. Then, the guys laugh at the notion that LeBron would come in and make the Lakers worse.

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PART 2: Luka handled last night really well; Starters conversation

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:35:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison were both impressed by how Luka handled LeBron's return to the court and his understanding of when to take over and win the game. Then, the guys talk about the starters and how it's way too early to be nervous about them, even if the questions are fair to ask eventually.

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BREAKING: LeBron James set to make his season debut

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:36:00 -0000

The Lakers are finally going to have their full roster available tonight. Anthony breaks down LeBron's availability and how we arrived here, discusses Gabe Vincent's return and previews what he thinks the rotation might look like. Then, he details all the ways James is going to help the Lakers on the court -- crazy as that might sound to some.

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FULL: LeBron practices; So does Shaq; What does his return mean?

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:32:00 -0000

LeBron James' first practice went well and now we're just waiting to find out if James will make his return to the court tonight. Anthony talks about the quotes from practice, Shaq's incorrect take, how the Lakers might use LeBron, their rotation and more.

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PART 1: LeBron practices, talks about his absence

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:20:00 -0000

With LeBron James back at practice, it also means the return of his post-practice scrums. This one was pretty telling, for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, LeBron's return also means even more and dumber takes about him. Anthony explains why the Lakers and LeBron seem to be such a lightning rod for them.

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PART 2: What to expect from LeBron if he plays

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:09:00 -0000

Let's talk about the actual basketball benefits LeBron James brings with him if he does make his season debut today.

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FULL: A great win caps road trip; LeBron is coming back; Thiero debuts; Let's hear it for Ayton

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:02:00 -0000

What a weekend. Anthony recaps it and previews a week that might feature LeBron's return. He also talk about the support the Lakers have given Deandre Ayton and what makes it so special. He recaps Adou Thiero's debut and answers questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Deandre Ayton enjoys finally getting support from Lakers

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a trend from the Lakers and explains why it probably means a little extra to Deandre Ayton that the team is specifically supporting him the way they have been. He talks about LeBron's impending return and the successful road trip.

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PART 2: Early Adou Thiero impressions

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Adou Thiero made his NBA debut over the weekend and Anthony liked what he saw both in terms of Thiero the player and how the Lakers were there to celebrate his moment. He wraps up the episode with a couple more questions, including an effort to find something to whine about, for the betterment of the team.

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HOOK: Who are the Lakers? What does LeBron need to bring in his return? Q&A

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:26:00 -0000

ANthony and Pete take a wide-angle look at the Lakers through this first month or so to try to figure out who they are as a team. They discuss Luka's season to this point and what he can do better. They then look ahead to LeBron's return and what he'll need to bring that they've been missing. To wrap things up, the live audience had a few questions they were able to get to.

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PART 1: Who are the Lakers?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:13:00 -0000

This iteration of the Lakers has been together for roughly a month at this point, so Anthony and Pete try to figure out who this team actually is. Are they the group that at one point won five straight? Or are they the team that's been embarrassed in two of their last three?

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PART 2: How can the Lakers get more athletic before trade season?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:50:00 -0000

Adou Thierro, come on down! Plus, some discussion about the health of the league and the problems it faces as it ignores the fan experience.

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FULL: How to turn around Austin's shooting; Way-too-early trade market; Live Q&A

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony discusses an aspect of Austin's game he's more concerned about than how Reaves handles athleticism, his shooting. The Lakers need to do a better job finding him some easier looks. Then, he takes a look at some struggling teams and how they might impact the trade market. Finally, he wraps with a nice, long Q&A with the live youtube audience.

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PART 1: The Lakers need to make life easier on Austin Reaves

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony offers up some stats that don't paint the prettiest picture of Austin's shooting, then explains how he'd like to see the Lakers get him some easier looks.

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PART 2: Luka's next step in his development

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have championship aspirations and, if they're serious about them, their star is going to need to adopt some of the character traits from his peers who've already won. Anthony explains.

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FULL: Thunder throttle Lakers in barometer game

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:53:00 -0000

The Lakers had an opportunity to prove to at least some extent that they belong in a conversation with the Thunder and Nuggets but instead were told emphatically they have a long way to go. Anthony and Raj break down the game and how it felt like an beatdown from the top of the organizations down.

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PART 1: Wooooooooof

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:45:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to collect their thoughts after one of the biggest ass-kickings the Lakers are going to take this season.

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PART 2: Luka (correctly) blames himself for the blowout

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:34:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj continue the conversation of what all went wrong in this one but sometimes it's as easy as, hey, one superstar played like one and the other didn't. Luka was thoroughly outplayed by SGA.

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PART 3: Much Adou About Nothing

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:31:00 -0000

Anthony has had enough of people telling him how much Adou Thierro a recent second-round pick might offer whenever he makes his Lakers debut.

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FULL: We will never forget you, Nico Harrison

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Harrison to talk about (Nico) Harrison. The Mavericks finally fired the Lakers legend and there was a ton to talk about as a result.

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PART 1: Why the whole league felt Nico HAD to be fired; Anthony's parenting style is... interesting

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison laugh at how ridiculous the last nine months have been watching the Mavericks slowly and stubbornly realized that maybe the guy who thought it was a good idea to trade Luka Doncic might not be best equipped to run the franchise. Anthony also explains how a diary knocked the episode off schedule and asks for some parenting advice from the audience.

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PART 2: What happens with Anthony Davis? A fond farewell to Nico

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The guys discuss Anthony Davis' future in all this and then celebrate Nico Harrison, Lakers legend. Anthony has an idea on how to honor the man who giftwrapped Luka Doncic.

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FULL: Lakers get right against Hornets; Rui continues insane offensive start; Austin's impact

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Raj to break down that kinda/sorta important win from last night. The Lakers needed to bounce back and do so soundly. For the first half of the game, it didn't look like it was definitely going to happen, then they finally started defending in the second half. The guys talk Rui's shooting, Austin's impact, Luka Ball and more.

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PART 1: Lakers get right; Rui is officially underrated; Yes, Austin matters

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj recap a fun win and talk about their expectations heading in. They also spend some time on Rui Hachimura, who continues his incredible offensive start. Anthony then discusses Austin's importance to this team's offensive approach.

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PART 2: Austin Reaves' underrated impact; Anthony rants about the east

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Raj threw some bait out there and Anthony took it. He rants about the east as there are now somehow three teams sitting at 1-9 at the same time. The guys also talked about an underrated way Austin Reaves helps this team.

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FULL: JJ Redick calls out team but kind of misses the point; MAILBAG

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

The Lakers dropped their first no-show of the season Saturday night and performances like that (and the reaction to them) can say a lot about a team and its coach. Anthony explains how, then dives into the mailbags.

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PART 1: Losing to Atlanta wasn't JUST about energy levels

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

JJ Redick clearly had a problem with how the Lakers approached that blowout loss to Atlanta, but failed to mention the role coaches play in a team's approach to a game.

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PART 2: JJ Redick's shortened pressers aren't the best look

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony got a question about his take from earlier in the show about JJ Redick's pressers and explains what smart coaches use that time for.

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THE HOOK: Aaron. Is. Back.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:51:00 -0000

One of The Lounge audience's absolute favorites makes a return trip and boy this episode did not let you down.

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PART 1: The Upper Rooooom

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:49:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss the top tier of title contenders, which features the OKC Thunder and Denver Nuggets, though maybe not in that order.

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PART 2: Are the Lakers are legit title contender? (We think so!)

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:44:00 -0000

Aaron and Anthony discuss Anthony's second tier of title contenders, which features the Lakers. Let's just say Aaron isn't concerned about adding LeBron James to this group. Also, Houston is good.

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PART 3: The Clippers are old AND being investigated

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:36:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their title tiers with teams that don't really have a shot or flat out do not have a chance at winning a championship this year, then discuss the biggest surprises from the first few weeks of the season.

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FULL: Jason Concepcion & Shea Serrano on Lakers-Spurs, "Expensive Basketball," Knicks, Wemby, more

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes two guys whose content legitimately inspired him to try out this whole industry. Jason Concepcion and Shea Serrano stop by (completely as a coincidence) to talk all kinds of things.

In the first half of the show, Anthony and Jason talk about the Lakers-Spurs game Jason attended and what the Wemby experience was like. Anthony and Jason both agree the Lakers are legit. They talk Knicks, Luka trade, Nico and how Luka's hair impacts how conditioned he looks.

In the second, Anthony and Shea talk about Serrano's new book, "Expensive Basketball," which Jen as stolen like it was one of Anthony's hoodies. The guys talk about Shea's writing process, what makes his writing so unique and what went into the chapters and subjects he chose. They also talk current basketball and Anthony's washedness.

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PART 1: Jason Concepcion on Lakers-Spurs, Luka, Wemby, the Knicks and more

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes his colleague at Offside, Jason Concepcion, to talk about the Lakers-Spurs game the other night, which Jason attended. They discuss the Wemby experience, Luka as a goose, the Lakers legitimacy, Jason's Knicks and plenty more.

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PART 2: Shea Serrano on "Expensive Basketball," artistry, Kobe-Duncan, Wemby-Luka & more

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Shea Serrano stops by to talk about his NYT Best Selling book, "Expensive Basketball," which Jen promptly stole. The guys talk about what makes Shea's writing so unique and how he balances high-level writing with shooting the shit with his reader. Then, they discuss some of the subjects of his book, the Lakers and Spurs game from the other night and plenty more.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers beat Spurs; LeBron, Austin injury updates; Look at Ayton!

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:23:00 -0000

Anthony recaps last night's game, offers an update on LeBron and Austin's injuries, then enjoys the way Ayton continues to play.

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FULL: Beating the Spurs is fun; Are the Lakers legit? (feat. Sabreena Merchant)

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:22:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes a friend of the show into The Lounge to enjoy the Lakers beating the Spurs. They discuss the game, the Deandre Ayton experience to this point, LeBron's vibes as the Lakers continue their run and plenty more. Then, in the second half of the show, Anthony goes solo to rant about the refereeing and answer your questions.

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PART 1: Sabreena Merchant stops by to enjoy the Lakers beating the Spurs

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:18:00 -0000

The Lakers have won five straight and it's forcing us to rethink how we might feel about this team. Problem is, every time Anthony gets optimistic about the Lakers, bad things happen. So, he brings Sabreena Merchant into The Lounge to break down this game and they both walk away still feeling great about where the Lakers stand right now.

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PART 2: Refs kinda/sorta derailed that game

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:13:00 -0000

Anthony enjoyed beating the Spurs as much as he's always going to, but couldn't help but note how poor the refereeing was in a game that could have been so much more fun. He talks about that as well as a couple other topics the live audience brought to his attention.

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FULL: Lakers had a lot riding on a hot start; Mailbag!

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:02:00 -0000

Anthony has kinda/sorta alluded to why starting hot was important for the Lakers specifically. From there, he dives into the mailbags, where listeners wanted to talk about Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron James' injury and more.

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PART 1: The Lakers NEEDED this start

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Anthony is loving the start the Lakers are off to and explains what was riding on it.

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PART 2: Why trading Rui could get tricky; What's the word on LeBron?

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up his discussion on Rui Hachimura, then is asked about LeBron's injury and when an update might be coming.

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FULL: The Nick Smith Jr. Game

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:36:00 -0000

This is one of the most fulfilling wins the Lakers might have all year. Anthony and Raj enjoy it, highlight some of the individual performances from it, then discuss the culture the Lakers are starting to build.

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PART 1: God bless the NBA's remaining dumb teams

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0000

Anthony is thrilled the Kangz let Jake LaRavia walk. And that the Blazers let Ayton walk. And that there were multiple really dumb teams in the NBA. Raj, being the kind soul he is, found nicer language to use. Boy, what a fun win that was.

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PART 2: DOMINAYTON

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:26:00 -0000

Deandre Ayton had an actual revenge game in Portland. The guys talk about his performance, then discuss the culture that's being built before our very eyes.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers are off to the exact start they needed

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:53:00 -0000

All things considered, the Lakers are racking up wins and keeping pace in the brutal west. Now, if they could ever get healthy, they could join the conversation among the league's title contenders.

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FULL: Lakers beat Heat handily; Luka, Austin impress despite poor shooting; LeBron buying in?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:54:00 -0000

Maybe it was the post-World Series bliss, but Anthony really enjoyed this win against the Heat and the things he saw on and off the court.

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PART 1: An impressive, boring win

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:51:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the game on a macro level, then dives into a few individual performances.

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PART 2: LeBron seems to be buying in...

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:48:00 -0000

Anthony noticed a certain someone getting increasingly active on the sideline as the Lakers continue to play winning basketball. He compares this process to one Lakers fans should remember well.

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THE HOOK: How will the Lakers continue to maximize Austin when Luka and LeBron come back

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:48:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss why they've liked what they've seen from the Lakers this season and believe LeBron has to, which made them start to wonder what it could look like when the big three is available. The level of offensive efficiency could be off the charts.

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PART 1: This could be a really special season for the entire league

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:44:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete have both loved the basketball the Lakers have played so far, as well as the basketball they've seen around the association.

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PART 2: How Luka, LeBron operating as fulcrums could further unlock the offense

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:39:00 -0000

Anthony points to how the Slovenian National Team used Luka in the pinch post and whether that can translate to the Lakers offense (it can, and would be glorious).

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LOWDOWN: Lakers officially sold; NBA Cup tips off

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony runs through the implications of the Lakers sale officially going through, then previews tonight's game against Memphis, which might feature some key returns.

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FULL: Lakers sale officially approved, finalized; Austinsanity

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison break down the implications of the Lakers sale finally going through and the wording in the press releases about Jeanie Buss' role within the organization moving forward. Then, they segue over to Austin Reaves' recent play and how many people look for issues in a good thing.

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PART 1: How does this Lakers sale actually impact the Lakers?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

News dropped that the Lakers sale has been finalized, so Anthony and Harrison discuss the reaction to th news they've seen from fans and what they believe this will all mean for the Lakers both short and long-term.

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PART 2: Can people just enjoy watching Austin playing well?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed that merely enjoying Austin Reaves play some of the best basketball of his life has been too boring for too many people and as a result, they've tried to dramatize it in one way or another. The guys discuss this and where this phenomenon comes from.

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FULL: Austin continues stellar play; LaRavia breaks out; Lakers top Wolves

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 06:09:00 -0000

Anthony really enjoyed this one. You will too.

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PART 1: Austin MF Reaves

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 06:04:00 -0000

The Lakers picked up a HUGE win and Austin Reaves has Anthony thinking recklessly.

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PART 2: Jake LaRavia, welcome to the Lakers

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:57:00 -0000

Jake had a moment a lot of basketball players can relate to, where his confidence finally meets up with the confidence his teammates have in him.

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FULL: Austin next contract isn't a dramatic thing; Mailbag!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony clarifies his analysis about last night's game. He thought the guys who played competed. His problem was with the organization for putting those guys in that spot. Then, he's noticed a trend with national media talking about the Austin Reaves contract situation that he doesn't really get. So he talks it out. From there, he dives into a very full mailbag.

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PART 1: How Austin Reaves' next contract is probably going to be negotiated

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony clarifies a take from last night about that game, then addresses a trend he's noticed from national media types who've been talking about Austin Reaves' recent play.

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PART 2: How can Austin maintain this production when LeBron and Luka get back?

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A listener wants to know how the Lakers can still get the most out of Austin Reaves whenever Luka Doncic and LeBron James come back. Anthony uses a recent example to try to explain what getting all three into sets might look like, then continues to answer questions from this week's mailbags.

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LOWDOWN: Organizational loss

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:19:00 -0000

Anthony compares and contrasts that Lakers loss last night, in which they barely fielded an NBA team to a Dodgers win in the World Series highlighted by organizational successes like Emmet Sheehan and Will Klein.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers handle Kings; Austin Reaves goes off; Lakers lose Luka

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:06:00 -0000

The Lakers got some tough news over the weekend, as they learned they will be without Luka Doncic AND LeBron James for at least the next week. Then, Austin Reaves went off and the Lakers beat the Kings.

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FULL: Lakers beat Kings; Austin Reaves... wow

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down Austin Reaves' performance and what to take from this game moving forward either with or without Luka Doncic, LeBron James and whoever else is in and other of the lineup.

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PART 1: Austin Reaves says bleep your trade ideas

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:58:00 -0000

The Lakers desperately needed Austin Reaves to be special and boy did he. At a time when many Lakers fans have called for trading Reaves, he reminded everyone why he's worth keeping around a while.

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PART 2: How will the Lakers handle all these injuries?

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:53:00 -0000

Luka, LeBron, Gabe and Maxi are all out. Marcus Smart tweaked his knee last night. Jaxson Hayes also missed the game. Depth wasn't a strength coming into this season. How will the Lakers handle all these absences?

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FULL: Gambling allegation shake league; LeBron, Lakers loosely implicated; JJ

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony details the allegations against Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and others, then explains how the charges against Damon Jones implicate (however loosely) LeBron and the Lakers. He discusses how legalization has helped in a specific way, even while societal concerns remain.

The Lakers also practiced yesterday and JJ Redick gave more quotes that Anthony likened to another recent Lakers head coach.

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PART 1: Lakers extremely loosely implicated in gambling scandal

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Alright. Let's talk this out.

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PART 2: JJ Redick needs to start taking some (any) accountability

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a recent trend with JJ Redick and it has way too much in common with his predecessor.

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FULL: Yaron Weitzman on LeBron-Lakers era; More reaction to Warriors loss

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Yaron Weitzman, who wrote a book about this LeBron-Lakers era called "Hollywood Ending: The Dreams And Drama of The LeBron Lakers." The guys talk about this wild chapter of the franchise and the Lakers' own response to Yaron's reporting.

In the second half of the show, Anthony talks about his opinion on the Lakers' loss to the Warriors now 24 hours later, including his thoughts on LeBron's approach to the game.

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PART 1: Yaron Weitzman on his LeBron-Lakers book

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Yaron Weitzman laugh about the entire LeBron-Lakers era, Magic Johnson's approach to his gig and where things go from here.

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PART 2: Upon further review... Lakers-Warriors, LeSidelineGate

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony wants to do more of this, this year. When given the opportunity, we'll look back on the previous game given the benefit of a little extra time. So, he discusses the loss and the ends of the spectrum people might find themselves because of it. He also addresses LeBron's behavior on the sideline, his approach to games thus far and what we've been told is happening behind the scenes.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers lose to Warriors; Luka tweaks hip; LeBron tweaks fans

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:18:00 -0000

Well it was definitely a Lakers opening night.

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FULL: Luka shines; Austin was good to fine; Lakers lose opening night

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:16:00 -0000

The Lakers lost a somewhat winnable game against a tough matchup without LeBron James. Luka Doncic was special. Austin Reaves struggled early but picked it up late. It was a fairly predictable outcome and yet ... still feels pretty annoying.

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PART 1: Well, could've been better; Could've been worse

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:11:00 -0000

The Lakers lost to the Warriors and it obviously wasn't great but it also wasn't devastating. Here's Anthony's analysis from a game the Lakers were finally trying to win.

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PART 2: What was up with LeBron?

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:06:00 -0000

It was hard not to notice what was going on on the sidelines with LeBron James absolutely nailing an impersonation of a statue.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers - Warriors Preview; Some personal news...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:36:00 -0000

Anthony first breaks down the Lakers - Warriors matchup and why it has him nervous. Then, he offers up who will be available to play. To wrap up the show, he details his latest endeavor, Offside, which is where all his exclusive reporting can be found this season.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM: Looking back on this summer/camp to preview this season

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:34:00 -0000

In an absolutely loaded episode, Anthony, Pete and Jovan first look back on this summer and training camp/preseason. What did they like? What didn't they? Are the Lakers actually going for it?

In the second half, Khobi Price and Raj Chipalu join the conversation to talk about the three storylines Anthony (LeBron), Pete (who fits with Luka) and Jovan (the defense) are paying extra close attention to.

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GWF PART 1: Based on preseason, are the Lakers actually going for it this year?

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:30:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan look back on preseason and training camp as a means to try to figure out their expectations for this season. Anthony brings up a notion that's been bugging him about the difference between the Lakers' words and actions this summer. It wasn't all doom and gloom, though, as the guys discussed the things they most liked from this last month.

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GWF PART 2: Raj Chipalu, Khobi Price join the panel to preview this Lakers season

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:27:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan welcome Khobi Price (OC Register) and Raj Chipalu (SB Nation) to discuss the storylines they think will most thoroughly define this season. Jovan is concerned about the defense. Pete wants to learn who fits with Luka. Anthony wants to know what kind of season to expect from LeBron.

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FULL: Final preseason thoughts; JJ overthinks starters; Mailbag

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony starts with some macro-level thoughts about this underwhelming Lakers preseason and training camp, which segues pretty naturally into JJ Redick's weird choice for the fifth starter. From there, he dives into the mailbags, where the vibes aren't exactly immaculate.

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PART 1: JJ Redick went and did a Darvin

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony isn't thrilled with the starting group JJ Redick is going to go with on opening night and has noticed a few similarities between Redick and his predecessor.

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PART 2: MAILBAG - Will LeBron ask for a trade at some point this season?

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up his conversation about Rob, JJ and the front office, then dives into a question from the mailbag about how LeBron might handle this season.

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THE HOOK: Dress rehearsal preview; Managing LeBron's injury; Training camp takeaways; Season preview

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 20:27:00 -0000

In loaded show, Anthony and Pete preview the Lakers' final preseason game, which they're considering a dress rehearsal. From there, they discuss LeBron's injury and how the Lakers will manage his absence. They look back on training camp and wonder whether their expectations for it were too high. Finally, they discuss the season ahead and outline the spectrum of outcomes they could see with this team.

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PART 1: How will the Lakers handle LeBron's absence?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 20:18:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete briefly preview tonight's "dress rehearsal," then discuss how they think the Lakers can or will stay afloat while LeBron is out with his back issues.

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PART 2: Has this preseason changed your expectations for this team?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 20:07:00 -0000

The guys look back on a somewhat disappointing preseason and training camp and then debate their expectations of the team heading into the season. Anthony remains a hater.

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FULL: Mailbag - Lakers sale update; Adou Thiero latest; Dalton Knecht's future

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:36:00 -0000

Anthony dives into the mailbags way later in the week than usual because of the preseason schedule. This week, listeners wanted to know what's up with the Lakers sale, Adou Thiero's progress from knee surgery, and a ton more.

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PART 1: Any update on the Lakers sale?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:27:00 -0000

Anthony dives into the mailbags and listeners want to know what the deal is with the Lakers' impending sale.

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PART 2: Dalton needs to find his love for basketball again

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:23:00 -0000

Anthony is concerned that Dalton Knecht has lost his passion for the sport because of how things have gone with the Lakers. Later, a listener asks what Anthony thinks about LeBron and Anthony probably disappoints.

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LOWDOWN: Luka, Austin, LeBron sit; Gabe catches fire; Mavs dominate fourth

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:59:00 -0000

The Lakers for some reason scheduled a back-to-back in the preseason. This meant half their roster was available. The Mavericks used this as a dress rehearsal and things still managed to look pretty good... until the second half. Anthony breaks down the game, then discusses the issues with how the Lakers have approached the end of their roster the last few years.

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LOWDOWN: Luka debuts; Lakers lose to extremely short-handed Suns

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The good news: Luka looked incredible. The bad news: The Lakers lost to a Phoenix team that sat its whole rotation.

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FULL: Luka Doncic debuts, looks great; Austin continues his stellar play; Weird loss

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down what they saw from Luka Doncic in his muxh anticipated preseason debut. Unfortunately, there wasn't as much as we'd have hoped to take from the game seeing as the Lakers chose to sit half their rotation.

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PART 1: Skinny Luka is going to be fun

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj both liked a lot of what they saw from Luka DOncic in his preseason debut. Between Luka and Austin, the offense really should be fine while the Lakers wait for LeBron James.

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PART 2: Robert Horry and Byron Scott we wrong about Austin Reaves

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Another show, another opportunity apparently for people to demand Austin Reaves be shown the door. We sincerely don't get it.

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LOWDOWN: Luka Doncic, Marcus Smart to (finally) play in preseason

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers have been extremely cautious with their guys this preseason and are just now getting ready to get some key guys on the court. Anthony discusses tonight's game and what he'll be watching for.

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FULL: Harrison and Anthony dive deep on this LeBron James noise

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

It's been a weird summer, followed by a weird training camp, followed by some weird reports, which... who knows what might follow all that. Anthony and Harrison break that down, then discuss Luka Doncic finally making his preseason debut.

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PART 1: How real is this LeBron noise?

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony details the timeline that got us to this point, then opens up the conversation so that he and Harrison can try to figure out how real they think all this nonsense actually is.

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PART 2: What does LeBron actually want? Luka, Smart to finally play

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison wrap up their discussion on all this LeBron passive aggressive nonsense, then debate whether the Lakers' approach to the preseason and training camp is actually concerning.

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LOWDOWN: Reaves, Ayton, Vando, Vincent impress in win over Warriors

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:23:00 -0000

The Lakers wrapped up the weekend with their first win of the preseason. There was plenty to like, even if you entered the festivities annoyed (as Anthony did) with the Lakers because of the decision to not play Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart.

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FULL: Lakers pick up first preseason win; Reaves, Ayton, Vincent, Vando impress

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:19:00 -0000

The Lakers once again held Luka Doncic out of the game, as well as Marcus Smart. This annoyed Anthony but, once the game started, there was a lot to like. Anthony broke down the game, then answered questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Luka-less Lakers beat Steph-less Warriors

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:17:00 -0000

The Lakers picked up their first win of the preseason as Austin Reaves outdueled Brandin Podziemski. Anthony recaps the game, then reacts to Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart being held out again.

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PART 2: Stop proposing Austin trades just to trade Austin

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:13:00 -0000

After yet another set of comments asking about trading Austin Reaves, Anthony says one key detail always seems to be missing from those ideas. This team would be a lot worse without Austin. It's time people accepted that.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron's out; Rotation questions; Smart Update

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers won't have LeBron at the beginning of the season and they're once again playing catchup. Anthony discusses the ambiguity surrounding James' injury, the rotation with him out, Marcus Smart's preseason availability and does so while celebrating that insane Dodgers win.

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FULL: LeBron is out 3-4 weeks; Who are the new starters? More Giannis stuff

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

LeBron James will miss the start of the season with sciatica. So there's that. Anthony reacts to the news, then dives into the rotation without James. He then wonders why the Giannis rumors didn't register on the radar for anyone covering the Lakers. He wraps with a Q&A with the live audience.

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PART 1: LeBron's out... Now what?

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

With LeBron out for roughly a month (at least), Anthony breaks down the rotation without, starting with, well, the starters.

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PART 2: More Giannis stuff, Lauri Markannen as a trade target

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After wrapping up the conversation about Giannis' situation and how it impacts the Lakers, Anthony is asked about Lauri Markannen. He answers that question before mentally preparing himself for the Dodgers game.

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LOWDOWN: Where are the leaders on this team? In this organization?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The way this training camp has gone, and the seemingly inevitable slow start, all comes down to leadership. Anthony sums up this thoughts about that, then offers up a summary of the Dalton Knecht situation.

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FULL: Lakers' culture is concerning; Dalton Knech's trade value is not great

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

With yet another set of quotes and updates from practice about who isn't practicing, Anthony is officially annoyed. He let's it rip. Then, he reacts to an Athletic report about Dalton Knecht's trade value and offers up what he's heard on that front. He wraps up with a quick Q&A.

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PART 1: What is Lakers culture?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony asks a question we might not like the answer to.

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PART 2: What Dalton has to do to turn things around

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Dalton Knecht's trade value is in the dumps. It could get a little lower but not by much without injury. Anthony offers up what he's heard about how the league feels about Knecht and where things will have to go from here if he's going to reclaim some of that stature he had coming out of college.

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LOWDOWN: Giannis rumors clear up offseason; Lakers continue meh training camp

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

With reports out that the Knicks and Bucks held trade talks for Giannis, Anthony explains how this makes the Lakers offseason make a little more sense and also blurs this upcoming season. He also discusses the Lakers' training camp approach and how it might be setting them up for failure.

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FULL: Giannis reports make Lakers summer make sense; Lakers continue laid-back camp

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Giannis Antetokounmpo is apparently looking outside Brooklyn but never really set his sights on the Lakers. Anthony connects the dots to make the Lakers' offseason make a little more sense. The Lakers continued their lackadaisical approach to training camp and Anthony is starting to get worried.

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PART 1: How the Giannis-Knicks rumors clear up this Lakers offseason

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony uses the Giannis reports from ESPN to connect the dots on this Lakers offseason, then explains the balance the Lakers will need to strike as they weigh remaining flexible for him but also try to maximize their opportunity this season.

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PART 2: So... when do we start worrying about this training camp?

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

The good news from practice was that Marcus Smart is practicing. Then, we got the bad news, and Anthony is starting to worry that the Lakers are missing an opportunity this training camp.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron's Prime teaser; Lakers take a day offf

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down LeBron's "decision" tweet, then dives into his annoyance at the way the Lakers have approached training camp and the preseason to this point.

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FULL: LeBron teases "second Decision;" MAILBAG

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to LeBron James' tweet teasing... something (we're pretty sure it's Prime Day). But just in case... we do have to go through scenarios. Then, he dives into the mailbags to talk about the Lakers' unimpressive training camp to this point.

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PART 1: LeBron almost definitely isn't retiring, but......

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to LeBron's cryptic tweet that was almost assuredly about Amazon Prime Day. Still, we do have to talk about the if here.

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PART 2: The Lakers need to start building better habits

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

It's going to take a real culture and identity of winning habits for the Lakers to take their next step. So far this training camp and preseason, that identity and habits have been difficult to identify.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers lose both preseason games over the weekend; Important week ahead

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:02:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a couple preseason games that are just impossible to actually get muh from.

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FULL: Lakers fall to Warriors; Is it time to ramp up preseason participation?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj likes some of what they saw from the first couple preseason games, but have grown a little sick of this habit the Lakers have fallen into with preseason availability. They understand being cautious, but there are still things they have to get done before the season starts.

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PART 1: Are the Lakers getting everything they need to from preseason?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:55:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj have noticed that the Lakes seem to be the only team approaching the offseason in the way they have been. Is it time to stop being overly cautious?

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PART 2: What happened to Dalton Knecht?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:52:00 -0000

We find ourselves asking this question way more often than we'd like to be.

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THE HOOK: How Rui starting can work; final offseason thoughts; preseason preview

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:44:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete send you into the weekend with some thoughts on Rui Hachimura likely being the starter. They both disagree with the decision and explain why. Then, they discuss what would need to happen to make this work more sustainably than last year. They also discuss their offseason grades now with Marcus Smart not starting. Finally, they wrap with a preview of tonight's preseason opener.

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HOOK PT. 1: Why Rui starting could be a mistake

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:33:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete outline why they both understand Rui Hachimura starting, but disagree with what is now considered the likeliest decision.

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HOOK PT. 2: What needs to happen to maximize Rui starting?

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete take the conversation a step beyond disagreeing with the decision to potentially start Rui Hachimura and discuss how it can work, because it can. Then, they outline their expectations for preseason, guys they're keeping an eye on and Anthony wraps with a question from the live audience about Austin Reaves.

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FULL: Lakers injury latest; Why Maxi matters; Preseason preview

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The latest on the Lakers' injuries isn't ideal. They'll open the preseason shorthanded. Still, there's plenty to look for from these games. Anthony details what he'll be watching for, then wraps with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: LeBron, Smart, Kleber, maybe others won't play in opener

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on the Lakers' annoyingly long injury list heading into their preseason opener. Then, he discusses why Maxi is worth hoping for. Finally, he explains what he'll be watching for through this preseason slate.

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PART 2: Clippers PR muzzled journalists?

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After wrapping up the conversation about what he'll be watching for in the Lakers' first preseason game, Anthony was asked about Ramona Shelburne's retelling of Clippers media day and how they handled Aspiration questions.

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LOWDOWN: Report - Rui Hachimura considered likeliest fifth starter

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

After running through the injuries that have kept some key players out of the first couple days of camp, Anthony reports on who he's hearing has the inside track on starting on opening night.

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FULL: LeBron still limited; Smart is out; JJ outlines guard rotation

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

LeBron is still limited to individual workouts. Anthony explains the concerns about this for the team, but understands the long-term view of this decision. Anthony somehow missed a key detail about Smart yesterday, so he reacts to it today. Doesn't seem great. JJ Redick spoke about the guard rotation, so Anthony breaks down that as well, then wraps with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Alright, someone turn off injuries

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

LeBron is limited with a pain in his butt. Marcus Smart is out through the beginning of next week. Maxi Kleber is already getting an MRI. Enough!

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PART 2: What happened to Dalton Knecht?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After hitting on all the key storylines from day two, Anthony dives into the live comments, where listeners want to know what happened to Dalton Knecht.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron, Smart sit; League doubts NBA's Clippers investigation

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony details the various injuries the Lakers are somehow already dealing with and which of those he's actually nervous about. Then, he quickly addresses the doubt he's sensed about the league's investigation of the Clippers' alleged cap circumvention.

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FULL: LeBron James, Marcus Smart limited (already); Mailbag

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony discusses news from day one of training camp that LeBron James is already being held out. It's apparently part of a larger plan, so that helps. Marcus Smart already being dinged up didn't sound like part of that plan, though, which is a little more concerning. From there, he discusses the concerns around the league about the NBA's investigation into the Clippers and wraps up by diving into the various mailbags.

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PART 1: LeBron, Marcus Smart limited on day 1

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Well, that's less than ideal. Anthony explains the "long game" plan with LeBron but why the Smart injury does have him a little nervous. Then, he introduces new reporting on the Clippers situation.

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PART 2: Concern rising around the league about Silver's Clipper investigation

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Ethan Strauss reported on his Substack that some around the league are concerned Adam Silver has a specific outcome to this investigation of the Clippers in mind as he heads into it. Anthony has heard some of the same and pointed to previous iffy investigations as proof of why the concern is well-founded. From there, he answers questions from every mailbag.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron, Luka set great tone for media day

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony was incredibly impressed by what he heard and saw from Lakers media day. He discusses the tone LeBron and Luka set and the continuation of that tone from the rest of the guys. Then, he details some new allegations against the Clippers that continue to make them look worse with each new podcast from Pablo Torre.

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FULL: Lakers hold impressive media day; Clippers... don't

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The Lakers came into media with a couple notable storylines that needed to be addressed and Anthony and Harrison both think they did so with flying colors. LeBron sounds bought in. Luka is ready to lead. Good stuff. Also, the Clippers gave us more reason to laugh at them, which is always fun.

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PART 1: LeBron, Luka say all the right things

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison were impressed by the Lakers' two stars throughout media day; especially LeBron, who could've made things awkward and instead looked like a new guy.

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PART 2: Funniest parts of media day; Oh, Clippers

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

As great as most of media day was, there was plenty of stuff to chuckle at, too, especially with the Clippers and Mavericks.

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FULL: Lakers media day preview

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony runs through the storylines he'll be paying close attention to when the Lakers officially kick their season off tomorrow afternoon.

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PART 1: The top storyline at media day? Has to be LeBron

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony previews media day and the number one thing he'll be watching for is how LeBron James handles the festivities.

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PART 2: How will the Lakers handle the prove-it deals?

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony is heading into media keeping a close eye on the culture and identity of the Lakers, despite having a bunch of guys all vying to extend their NBA careers beyond this season.

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FULL: Everything you needed to learn from JJ Redick, Rob Pelinka presser

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony relives Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick's press availability with the live audience. We found out JJ Redick got an extension. We also heard Rob pinned down about LeBron's future. There's a lot to learn here.

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PART 1: Rob Pelinka gets pinned down on LeBron's future

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka was finally directly asked about LeBron's future with the Lakers. His answer was enlightening. Anthony discusses that and the industry of LeBron speculation.

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PART 2: JJ Redick's comments on the starters weren't great

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick says he hasn't thought about the starters to this point. Anthony... doesn't believe him.

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LOWDOWN: Jesse, Joey Buss' new business shouldn't fly under the radar

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony details the newest venture between Jesse and Joey Buss and why he thinks the timing isn't a coincidence. He also previews the Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick presser.

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GWF: Media day, training camp preview; Rob, JJ to speak; Fifth starter? LeBron?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan kick off our second episode of The Great Western Forum Pod by discussing who they believe should be the fifth starter. They also preview Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick's upcoming presser, then Monday's media day.

In the second half of the show, they're joined by Darius Soriano (LFR Pod) and Trevor Lane (Lakers Nation) to expand on their conversation and try to figure out what to expect from LeBron James not just Monday, but all year. They also hit on the conversation surrounding Austin Reaves and much, much more.

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GWF PART 1: Fifth starter; Too many prove-it deals? Lakers ownership questions?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan tackle the question of who they believe should start, and why. Then, they talk about the concern of how many prove-it deals the Lakers currently have out to players. Finally, they discuss Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick's presser and their expectations thereof.

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GWF Panel: Darius Soriano, Trevor Lane on starters, training camp, identity, LeBron

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan are joined by Darius Soriano and Trevor Lane to expand on some of the topics covered in the first half of the show and also bring up some original topics of their own. This is a LOADED panel that just couldn't quite squeeze in Harrison. Sorry, Harrison.

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LOWDOWN: KJ Martin waived; Austin Reaves season preview (narrated)

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the news that the Jazz waived KJ Martin, a young, athletic wing who checks boxes for the Lakers. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like he's in the cards. From there, he narrates a piece he wrote about the season ahead for Austin Reaves.

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FULL: Who has the most pressure on them heading into this Lakers season?

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony presents Raj with four options, then the guys rank each candidate for who within the Lakers universe has the most riding on this season. The choices: JJ Redick, Rob Pelinka, Luka Doncic and LeBron James.

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PART 1: Most pressure candidates - Rob and JJ

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj start their lists with the guys slated to speak this week: JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka.

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PART 2: Most pressure candidates - Luka Doncic, LeBron James

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj make the cases for Luka Doncic and LeBron James, for who will be feeling pressure heading into this season. Then, at the behest of a listener, they react to KJ Martin being waived by the Jazz.

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LOWDOWN: Rockets lose Fred VanVleet; LeBron James series preview (narrated)

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

With media day now less than a week away and the NBA news cycle cycling again, Anthony welcomes you back to Lowdowns. He discusses the Fred VanVleet injury, then narrates a season preview he wrote a while back about LeBron James and the Lakers needing each other.

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FULL: Rockets lose Fred VanVleet; Updated west tiers

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to reports surfacing that Fred VanVleet of the Rockets will miss this entire season with a torn ACL. This could really shake up the Western Conference, so he goes through his updated tiers. The Lakers have a real opportunity for a top-four seed now. Anthony also discusses some of the trade chatter stemming from FVV's injury.

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PART 1: Rockets drop a tier without FVV; Lakers jump into top-four?

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony offers up what's known about Fred VanVleet's injury and the fallout from it, then jumps into a discussion of the updates tiers in a new-look Western Conference. The Lakers might have a real shot at homecourt in the first round now.

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PART 2: How would a Gabe Vincent trade work?

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

The Rockets have center depth and need a guard. The Lakers have guard depth and need a center? With this FVV injury, will the teams link up to work something out?

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FULL: Holy crap we've almost made it

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony details all the things we can look forward to over the next week, let alone afterward. You guys, we've wandered through the desert that is August/September long enough. Let's get back to it. He also answers your questions, and y'all brought it this week.

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PART 1: What to look for over the next week or so

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

This is actually a rather big week, as we'll get our first appearance in a while from Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick. In one week, it's media day. Training camp opens shortly thereafter. Anthony preps you for all of it.

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PART 2: People just keep going too far with the Austin Reaves trade stuff

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony got a few more comments during the show about Austin Reaves and addressed what he thinks is actually going on there. He also talks about the transition of power with new ownership, the potential hold-up and what he'll be looking for from the new bosses.

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FULL: What do sports owe fans?

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:36:00 -0000

This Clippers scandal has Anthony thinking about the intrinsic value of sports, which also leads to questions about what fans should expect to get out of them. He and Pete have a deep conversation about all that, Clippers-gate, the reasons sports are so important and everything in between. To wrap, Anthony answers some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Do sports owe fans anything?

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:30:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the premise, and Pete makes an important delineation between what sports owe us vs. what teams owe their own fans. This kicks off a deep conversation and features a good laugh at Steve Ballmer.

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PART 2: Why sports matter for entire lifetimes

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:23:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete wrap their discussion by taking a look at the learning people do even subconsciously through sports. Through this prism, Anthony argues how important they are and how critical it is to think about the lessons they teach us. He wraps with a couple questions about the Clippers and Kawhi from the live audience.

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FULL: Adam Mares on Clippers-gate, Adam Silvers big test, Nuggets expectations, Skinny Luka

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Adam Mares back into The Lounge to talk Clippers stuff, with even more information coming out now about the efforts to keep Aspiration above water long enough to (allegedly) pay Kawhi Leonard. Next, the guys turn their attention to the Nuggets, who are both of their title favorites heading into the season. Finally, Anthony asks Adam about the summer of Skinny Luka.

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PART 1: Even MORE stuff dropped about the Clippers

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Adam and Anthony go back and forth about the latest findings, which paint a pretty clear picture of what was going on between the Clippers and Aspiration. It's not looking good, folks.

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PART 2: Lakers Contender Series: Those Damn Nuggets

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony thinks the Nuggets should be title favorites this year. Adam gives his thoughts on the matter, then the guys go into how people in Denver feel about the Lakers, the summer of Skinny Luka and the two teams heading into the season.

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FULL: What have been the funniest parts of this Clippers scandal?

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

This story has become one of the all-time greatest in the history of September in a variety of ways but most specifically, it's a great source of comedy. Anthony and Harrison discuss what they think have been the funniest aspects of this whole ordeal. They talk about this, actual punishments they're hoping for and the most ridiculous punishments they could think of.

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PART 1: Can we just keep laughing at this Clippers ordeal?

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss what they've found funny about this whole Clippers thing and how it's really opened eyes about the NBA, its coverage and all other levels involved

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PART 2: What would be the funniest punishments for the Clippers?

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison do what they do best (we think): They riff off each other to try to figure out the best punishments the league to bring to the Clippers if these allegations wind up being true.

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FULL: Are the Lakers heading towards a Kuminga situation? Do they have too many prove-it players?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss this Warriors-Kuminga standoff and how things arrived where they have. Then, they turn the conversation to the number of guys on prove-it deals and wonder whether there may be too many of them. Finally, Raj shares a Luka-LeBron-Reaves stat that launches a conversation. Oh, and a comment gets the guys to laugh at the Clippers again.

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PART 1: This entire Kuminga-Warriors standoff is Joe Lacob's fault

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj offer a quick overview of the Jonathan Kuminga-Warriors drama and give their theories on what led to this really dumb predicament. Then, they outline the connection to that situation and the kind of season a lot of Lakers players are walking into.

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PART 2: The middle class is getting squeezed (also in the NBA)

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss how difficult money has been to come by for the NBA's middle class and the fights that are taking place between team and player in those negotiations.

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PART 3: Was Anthony's ridiculous theory about Kawhi true?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After wrapping up a conversation about the Lakers' defense ext season, a listener directed the guys to public LLC filings sharing "KL2" in the name and that leads to all kinds of hilarity.

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FULL: MAILBAG - Where's JJ? Trade rumor stuff; LeBron's future

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony dives into the mailbag where listeners want to know the latest on this recent slew of trade rumors. Where did it come from? Why doesn't it add up to Anthony? What's up with ESPN and the Clippers? Will LeBron retire a Laker? Oh and where's JJ Redick? All that and more.

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PART 1: There's a lot riding on this season for JJ Redict

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony answers a mailbag question about JJ Redick's quiet offseason and dives into all that's at stake for Redick this season.

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PART 2: A theory on the Wiggins noise

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains why Wiggins' name is just now popping back up. Then, he explains why the reports don't really track and why they might be off. Then, a listeners asks about DFS vs Wiggins and who would fit better.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on new trade rumors, Clippers scandal

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:10:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Jovan back into The Lounge for the first time in way too long. The guys discuss the recent slew of trade rumors and where they think that might be coming from. Then, Anthony wonders to Jovan whether the Lakers should be rooting for Steve Ballmer to not get punished given the can of worms that would open.

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PART 1: Why are the trade rumors just coming now?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Jovan both reported Lakers interest in Andrew Wiggins earlier this summer. Why are those rumors resurfacing now? The guys discuss that, Wiggins' price and other wing options.

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PART 2: Should the Lakers be rooting for Ballz?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Anthony asks Jovan a purely pragmatic and almost Machiavellian question: Should the Lakers be rooting for Steve Ballmer given the advantages they have with new ownership coming in and their ability to acquire superstars?

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FULL: An incredibly deep conversation about ethics in sports with Matt Moore

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Matt Moore back into The Lounge for a conversation about the ethics involved with this whole Kawhi Leonard situation. Buckle in because this one gets DEEP. Also, near the end, the guys discuss the Andrew Wiggins rumors and why Anthony is a little skeptical of this reported timeline (in part because he stands by his own reporting).

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PART 1: The Clippers are probably screwed now

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

After the latest bit of reporting, it looks pretty impossible for anyone to argue that the Clippers didn't cross the line to at least some extent. The guys talk about this and what it means for the rest of the league.

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PART 2: Is breaking an unethical rule ethical?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Matt asks Anthony about a CBA that artificially limits what NBA stars can make and whether that's ethical. If it isn't, then could it be argued breaking CBA-based rules is the ethical thing to do? Anthony initially agrees, but to an extent, but this does lead them down a very philosophical discussion.

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FULL: Luka showed improved defense, shooting at Eurobasket; Adam Silver makes everyone scratch their heads

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to Slovenia getting knocked out of Eurobasket by Germany and the improvements he saw from Luka Doncic that would tangibly help the Lakers. Then, he segues to Adam Silver's press conference at the NBA's Board of Governors meeting that, well, could have gone better.

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PART 1: Luka's Eurobasket performance can actually help the Lakers

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony discusses the couple improvements he saw from Luka Doncic this Eurobasket tournament and how they are exactly what the Lakers were hoping to see from him this summer.

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PART 2: Adam Silver calls NBA fans broke bois

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Adam Silver was asked about the Clippers scandal and about the rising cost of literally watching his league's games and neither answer generated much confidence. But hey at least guys will shoot heaves now!

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FULL: Raj on Kawhi-Clippers scandal; Can Luka be the league's best player?

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj WERE going to just quickly update the Kawhi Leonard story but, clearly, Raj had some stuff he had to get off his chest. So, the guys talk about that, then hit on the prospect of Luka Doncic as the league's best player potentially next season.

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PART 1: Raj wants answers for the Norm Powell trade

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony asks Raj about this whole Kawhi situation and boy did Raj have some thoughts, starting with that super weird Norm Powell trade from a couple years ago.

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PART 2: Why Steven Ballmer, the person, would do this

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony connects the dots from Steve Ballmer, Microsoft bully to the underdog trying to show he can succeed in either spot and how that could push him to desperation.

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PART 3: What does Luka need to do to grab the crown?

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony broke down the leap he thinks Luka Doncic would need to make to leapfrog the likes of Nikola Jokic or Giannis Antetokounmpo so he gives Raj a pop quiz to see how their answers line up.

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FULL: Wiggins rumors RETURN; Kawhi Hypothetical; Luka's ceiling

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony re-ups on the noise he heard earlier this summer about the Lakers' interest in Andrew Wiggins, now that Marc Stein is also reporting as such. He then offers up a Kawhi Leonard hypothetical, if the Clippers are found guilty of cap circumvention. To wrap, he discusses what it would look like if Luka became the best player in the league and what it would mean to the Lakers.

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PART 1: Andrew Wiggins rumors now confirmed

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony has reported all summer about the Lakers' interest in Andrew Wiggins. Well, here they are, back again. He discusses what he knows, what's being reported and what it could mean for the Lakers extending beyond this one specific rumor.

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PART 2: What if Luka makes another leap?

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony has thought about a mailbag question since yesterday and came back with the ways he thinks Luka Doncic could viably become the best player in the league. He explains, then goes into what that would mean for the Lakers next season.

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FULL: Luka dominates as LeBron watches, tweets; Mailbag!

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Luka Doncic just continues to light Eurobasket on fire and now has one major opponent out of the way. Anthony updates you on that tournament and in so doing, explains that LeBron is likely watching too. Turns out, Anthony was more right than he thought. He celebrates this year's Hall of Fame class and then dives into the mailbags.

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PART 1: Luka Doncic dominates Italy; Serbia knocked out

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony discusses what he's enjoyed most watching Luka play this summer. Turns out, Luka has another much higher profile fan watching from afar.

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PART 2: If you could hire any GM/coach combo, who would you hire?

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A listener asked about Anthony's dream scenario whenever Mark Walter fully takes over. Anthony again explained what Guggenheim did with the Dodgers and how that could look with the Lakers.

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THE HOOK: Anthony and Pete break down this Clippers scandal

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:16:00 -0000

The guys have waited all week to talk about this and they did not leave any stone unturned in talking about it.

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PART 1: Steve Ballmer's accidentally telling interview with ESPN

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:10:00 -0000

Steve Ballmer sat down with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN for a rather befuddling interview. Anthony and Pete break it down and discuss the biggest story in sports right now.

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PART 2: Mark Cuban... what are you doing?

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:04:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss Mark Cuban's appearance on Pablo Torre's podcast and, specifically, Cuban's assertion that Steve Ballmer couldn't possibly have done anything as dumb as cap circumvention because he's to wealthy/smart to do anything like that. They also talk about ESPN's interesting coverage the story to this point.

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FULL: Latest on Clippers, Kawhi; Cam Thomas signs QO; Another new ASG

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony spent the last day or so reaching out to people about the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard scandal and relays the spectrum of responses he got on the story. He also discusses the weird way ESPN has covered the story to this point. He then spends some time on Cam Thomas' free agency and the newest reported All Star Game format.

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PART 1: Where has ESPN been on this Clippers story?

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony offers up what some around the league have told him about what could come of this Clippers scandal. Then, he wonders where the worldwide leader of sports has been on the biggest story in sports.

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PART 2: Adam Silver really tried to get us to think about something other than the Clippers story

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up his discussion about the Clippers story, then dives into Cam Thomas taking his qualifying offer to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. He then laughs at Adam Silver leaking the All Star Game format while we were all reacting to the Clippers scandal.

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FULL: Emergency Harrison episode on the Clippers cheating

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony texted Harrison and they both agreed they HAD to pod about this. So, here are the guys talking about Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard, fake trees and everything in-between.

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PART 1: If this is what Ballmer did to keep Kawhi, what did he do to sign him?

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison recall their coverage of Kawhi Leonard's free agency and how they have to relitigate it now given what we know Steve Ballmer was always (allegedly) willing to do.

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PART 2: Steve Ballmer should lose the Clippers

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony legitimately believes Steve Ballmer has shown such a disinterest in the rules governing the NBA that he should lose the Clippers. The guys go back and forth on that and cover the rest of this wild story.

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FULL: Mailbag - JJ's role this summer; Jeanie's role moving forward; Vikings fandom; fantasy football; more!

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

In this loaded second mailbag of the week (Anthony explains why), he tackles questions about Jeanie's role moving forward, JJ Redick's voice on personnel decisions and why he still isn't thrilled with the front office makeup, why he roots for the Vikings, his fantasy football team and plenty more.

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PART 1: Would Mark Walter ever phase Jeanie Buss out? Can he?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony explains the differences between this transfer of ownership and the others we've seen recently, but also discusses why it might not matter. Jeanie Buss is operating as governor for now and will for the foreseeable future, but Mark Walter also has every reason to make sure she does so in a way he's comfortable with.

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PART 2: How much input on personnel did JJ Redick have this summer?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Listeners wanted to know about the role JJ Redick had in building this roster. Anthony explains, through Rob Pelinka's standard operating procedures, why he doesn't think Redick played much of a role in it at all.

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FULL: Crossover mailbag with Locked On Lakers

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Andy and Brian Kamenetzky to dive into the mailbag together as part one of this two-part home-and-home event. The guys talk about the impact of previous superstars leaving their original teams on current stars' impending decisions, the Lakers' own offseason and plenty more.

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PART 1: Has KD joining the Warriors changed stars leaving now?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:01:00 -0000

In this mailbag episode with both Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, a listener asked whether the backlash to Kevin Durant leaving OKC for the Warriors has impacted other stars' interest in making similar moves. It's a great question the guys spend quite a bit of time on.

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PART 2: LeBron's commercial sure is something!

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and both Kamenetzky brothers continue their conversation but take a quick second to break down LeBron's newest Nike commercial which is... definitely a video that could have been made.

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FULL: The DEFINITIVE Rui Hachimura conversation

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Rui Hachimura has been defined this summer by the things he can't do and the players fans would prefer he was traded for. He's a Laker and he's actually pretty good. The guys talk about his game, his fit and his future.

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PART 1: Micah Parsons NBA comp

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Raj was curious about the Micah Parsons trade so Anthony tries to break it down in terms Raj understands... NBA comps.

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PART 2: What is Rui's ideal role? Does it exist on these Lakers?

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Rui is a useful player. He really is. How can he be the most useful to the Lakers?

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PART 3: Whisk some Cholula into your scrambled eggs

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

We swear, once you hear this episode, this title and the analogy will make sense. Also, Raj said the meanest thing he's ever said.

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FULL: Khobi Price on a successful Lakers offseason, expectations next year

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony brings back Khobi Price (SCNG) after waaaaaaaaaay too long. The guys laugh at how wild the last couple years have been and whether Khobi might be responsible for all that's happened. The guys then discuss what Khobi is looking forward to most next season, their expectations for the team and what the last couple years on the beat have been like.

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PART 1: Is Khobi Price Bruce Almighty?

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony may have just figured out why the last two years in particular have been so insane and it might have everything to do with the dude who joined the beat a couple seasons ago.

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PART 2: Khobi has high expectations for this team

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Khobi turn their attention to the upcoming season and try to figure out where to place expectations on this team. They both have high hopes for a Luka Doncic, LeBron James squad.

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FULL: The latest DEFINITIVE Austin Reaves conversation

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed the comment section growing pretty weary of Austin Reaves and wanted to talk to Harrison about it. This was an extremely wide-ranging and honest conversation about Reaves, the Luka era and the goals thereof.

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PART 1: No, really, Austin is actually pretty good

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison open the show up by discussing whether the Lakers missed an opportunity not trading Austin before the last trade deadline. This then leads into the conversation about how productive he was last season and, hey, turns out, he was quite good.

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PART 2: What Austin MUST do to prove he fits next to Luka

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

This is a Luka Doncic team now. So, frankly, the only question that matters for literally everyone on this roster moving forward is: Do you make life easier or harder on him. With that in mind, the guys discuss Austin's place next to Luka in the Lakers backcourt.

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PART 3: How does Austin Reaves fit into the pursuit of Giannis?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony asks Harrison about how ridiculous the response is going to be when/if the Lakers and Bucks talk a Giannis trade and reports surface that the Lakers are reluctant to include Austin.

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FULL: What should Rui's next contract look like? Should we bring back Chick-isms? NBA schedule tweaks (MAILBAG)

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony is back from New Orleans and has a full mailbag to get to. In it, listeners asked about Rui Hachimura's next contract, whether broadcasters should bring back some of Chick Hearn's old sayings, the NBA schedule and one big potential tweak and more.

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PART 1: Rui's next contract; When is it time to more seriously talk about trading Reaves?

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers have treated both Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves like two key parts of their "core." Anthony discusses Rui's next contract and then answers questions about trading Austin Reaves.

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PART 2: Should we bring back Chick-isms?

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony was asked about what can be done to keep Chick Hearn's sayings fresh in the minds of the next generations of Lakers fans so he explained why it's tougher than we think. Then, he celebrates New Orleans.

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LOWDOWN: Luka Doncic's transformation on and off the court

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony kicks off a season preview series of the Lakers' most important players with Luka Doncic, who has fully embraced being the face of the Los Angeles Lakers.

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THE HOOK: How the Lakers can get the most out of LeBron James, Luka Doncic

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete debate whether LeBron and Luka's relationship on the court will be the biggest factor facing the Lakers this season, then discuss the ways they'd like to see both guys make each other better. Anthony starts the show by bringing back an old segment.

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PART 1: Orca facts make their return

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony brought back one of the more popular segments from while Pete and he hosted Locked on Lakers together. They also jumped into the LeBron-Luka conversation. But really, orca facts.

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PART 2: What could Luka/LeBron sets look like?

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After discussing how important Luka and LeBron operating together will be for next year, the guys discuss what kinds of sets or combinations they'd like to see.

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FULL: Kirk Henderson on Luka's transformation; Luka/LeBron connection; Mavs offseason

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

One of our favorite guests stops by in this episode, as Kirk Henderson (Mavs Moneyball, Pod Maverick) checks in to talk about Luka Doncic's offseason. Is this body transformation actually different than past summers? The guys also talk about the Luka-Kyrie Irving combination and whether that willingness to make that work can extend to LeBron James. They wander around a little and then discuss the Mavericks as potential contenders.

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PART 1: Is this Luka Doncic offseason actually different from past slim-downs?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

One popular response to Luka Doncic's body transformation from Mavericks fans who've paid closer attention to his career than Lakers fans has been: "He always does this. He slims down in the summer than gains weight during the season." Anthony poses this take to Kirk, who explains why it holds some truth but does think this is a little different than years past.

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PART 2: Luka and LeBron as a combo SHOULD work

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony asks Kirk about the process of getting Luka and Kyrie to work together and whether that can extend to Luka and LeBron compounding their strengths next season. They then discuss the Mavericks as a contender next season, which leads to a comparison of Italian and Mexican food.

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FULL: Let's all figure out the fifth starter together

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony tried out a new format for this episode. Seeing as so many people have their thoughts on who the Lakers' fifth starter should be, he figured he'd harness that and use some of the better takes he saw in a tweet he sent on the matter. This led to a really fun, multi-faceted and fair conversation on the matter. We'll be doing this again.

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PART 1: Rui vs. Smart... Who you got?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

It most likely comes down to two guys for the final starting gig. Anthony has a preference but there is definitely a case to be made for either. Let's hash it out together.

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PART 2: What if the Lakers swapped out starters to match up with opponents?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

One concept lobbed out there as an option for the Lakers' starters was a variable group where, on some nights, Smart starts against a team with a perimeter-oriented primary creator and, on others, Rui starts to match up with a different kind of team. Anthony explains why he likes the idea in theory, but why it likely won't happen. He then gets interrupted by Myles and wraps with a couple questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Luka gives us an injury scare; MAILBAG on Rui, next superstar, trade rumors

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony opens all the various mailbags to answers your questions. First, though, he updates the Luka Doncic injury situation after he gave us all a scare over the weekend. Listeners asked about Rui sacrificing in a contract year, Luka's next co-star and plenty more.

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PART 1: Don't scare us like that, Luka

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Having to worry about injury scares in August just seems kind of mean, doesn't it? Anthony updates you on the situation and answers a mailbag question about whether the Lakers can step in to keep their superstar safe. It's not going to happen.

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PART 2: Who will be Luka's next superstar teammate?

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony dips into the mailbag and listeners are still curious what the Luka Doncic era might look like, especially after LeBron James departs -- however that might be. Anthony explains why he thinks Giannis Antetokounmpo is the likeliest of the elite echelon to seek a trade.

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FULL: Lakers' schedule breakdown; Celtics ownership reports' impact on Lakers

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony goes game by game to break down a schedule that feels pretty manageable for the Lakers. It opens light and never feels overwhelming. As of right now, that's all we can ask for. From there, he dives into the ownership situation in Boston and how applicable that might be to the Lakers' own transfer of power. He wraps with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Lakers get their much-needed light opening to the schedule

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony has been predicting this (because it's how it usually goes) but the schedule-makers came through again. They're going to open the season with a couple easier stretches (relatively speaking), allowing themselves some momentum built on their continuity.

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PART 2: How does Celtics ownership shift impact Lakers' transfer of power?

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the similarities and differences between the Lakers' ownership change and the ones we've seen with the Mavericks and Celtics. He wraps with some questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Top five Lakers lineups to look forward to; lessons learned

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj use this episode to simply nerd out. You want player combination rules? You got it. Team-wide identities? Check. Magic Johnson (the executive) slander? You betcha. This was a really fun conversation.

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PART 1: Who should/will start: Rui or Smart?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Is this another situation where the Lakers allow team seniority to prevent them from running a lineup that makes the most sense? Raj and Anthony agree about who should start, but disagree about who will actually get the nod.

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PART 2: Optimizing Luka/LeBron vs. staggering them

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony still needs to see what the offense looks like and, based on that, would reconfigure some of his lineups. If LeBron and Luka are going to operate together, sweet, let's maximize that. If not, then they (are likely screwed) need to optimize those staggered groups.

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PART 3: LeBron puts Anthony's new even-keeled nature to the test

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In an offseason where Anthony has been telling people they don't always need to read all the way into stuff, LeBron and AD just did everything they could to force everyone to speculation as much as they want. The guys take a break from the lineup exercise to laugh at the situation.

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FULL: How high is the ceiling on Luka Doncic's Lakers legacy?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony has found himself thinking quite a bit lately about what Luka Doncic is capable of as a Laker. This got him to thinking: Can he crack the Lakers' Mt. Rushmore? What would that look like? Where does LeBron currently stand in this regard? He and Harrison talk about this and wander all around the notion of legacy in this iconic franchise.

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PART 1: Who is on Lakers Mt. Rushmore?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison outline who they think belong on Mt. Lakemore, before diving into whether or not Luka can crack that list. They also laugh at how many teams 40-year-old LeBron would be the best player in the history of the franchise for.

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PART 2: Can any Mt. Rushmore Lakers be unseated?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

There are four Lakers players who belong on Mt. Lakemore. If Luka Doncic is going to make that exclusive list, he's going to have to knock one of them off. So, it's worth asking: Can anyone currently etched into that mountain actually be knocked off?

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LOUNGE: Could the Lakers actually have moved Jarred Vanderbilt, or others?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A live viewer wanted to know what Anthony and Harrison could say about the rumors currently swirling about what the Lakers could've done with Jarred Vanderbilt or Gabe Vincent, among others. Yes, technically, they could have traded those guys, but you wouldn't have liked the cost of doing so.

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FULL: How reporting on teams actually works (mailbag)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Coming off the conversation Anthony and Pete had Friday, listeners wanted more media/reporting talk. Anthony explains his method of reporting, the potential pitfalls and why he covers the team the way he does. On the basketball side, he discusses the offensive and defensive ceiling -- and how he thinks the team will fare on both sides.

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PART 1: When does Anthony feel 'duped' by his sources?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony admits to the one story he was outright duped on this summer. Damn you, Brook Lopez. He explains why he reports the way he does but also understands why people may not like it if they see that reporting out of context.

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PART 2: Where did Aaron go?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

OG listeners remember the original version of The Hook, which featured Aaron Larsuel. One of the questions today was about him, so Anthony offered up some good news. He also details a kind of transaction he thinks we'll see more of in this new CBA.

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THE HOOK: A deep, long look at the way the Lakers are covered

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 21:12:00 -0000

Anthony listened to an LFR pod in which Pete and Darius discussed NBA coverage and specifically with the Lakers. Given the summer he's had, Anthony wanted to pick up on that conversation too. So they wander around the topic. How did we get here? Can this be fixed? Where is it going?

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PART 1: The industry of LeBron James speculation

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 21:05:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete look back at this summer and how they've taken it all in given the information they had in front of them. LeBron James was almost certainly not going anywhere. That didn't stop a weeks-long news cycle!

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PART 2: Why ESPN won't nerd out; Why Amazon, NBC should

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:59:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete discuss the way the NBA's tv partners have covered the league and why it wanted something other than what Turner was providing.

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LOWDOWN: An in-depth look at this summer, how we got here and where they go

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony opened up his notebook on his way out to California last week and finally got around to narrating the piece. You won't find more detail on this summer than right here.

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FULL: Mirjam Swanson on Lakers' sale, offseason compared to Clippers'

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes a friend of the show to talk Lakers and Clippers. Mirjam Swanson (SCNG) stops by to talk about the sale and compare the two teams' summers.

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PART 1: How have people forgotten the Lakers being sold?

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

With all the excitement of a typical NBA offseason, it seems most people have forgotten the biggest transaction of the summer. Anthony and Mirjam discuss the ramifications of the Lakers being sold.

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PART 2: Why the Lakers had a better summer than the Clippers

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Fan reaction to a team's offseason offers a real look into the fabric of fanhood. Anthony and Mirjam explore this concept and explain why they think the Lakers had a (much?) better summer than the Clippers.

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FULL: SUPER MEGA ULTRA MAILBAG

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:04:00 -0000

Anthony felt bad for missing so much time recently that he hopped on the stream and stayed until he answered every single question from the iTunes and Twitter mailbags, while also addressing comments from the live audience. A ton of ground is covered here.

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PART 1: Avery's perfect answer; How do Lakers' facilities/player resources grade out?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony promised the birthday girl an appearance on the show and it pays off quite well. Then, he dives into the iTunes mailbag to discuss the Lakers' facilities compared to the rest of the league and what purpose their expiring contracts will serve if they don't want longer-term money.

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PART 2: Fans' reactions to Luka, LeBron demands have become a meme

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

More people are starting to notice how people reacted to finding out Luka wants to win now compared to how they reacted when they found out LeBron wanted more help than he's gotten the last few years. Another listeners asked about the part of the organization responsible for drafting coming under more fire.

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PART 3: How do some teams manipulate their coverage?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony had to be careful about this one. A listener wanted to know why the Clippers always seem to get positive press despite never accomplishing anything. This launches a discussion about access and what some teams have done to ensure the access they grant is for a purpose.

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FULL: Luka Doncic signs three-year max extension

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:02:00 -0000

As was expected heading into the weekend, Luka Doncic inked his three-year max extension with the Lakers. It was the soonest he possibly could have. Anthony breaks down the deal, it's short-term impact, the long-term goal and the message it sends to the rest of the league.

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PART 1: Luka Doncic extension opens immediate title window

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Technically speaking, the Lakers have Luka Doncic at a pretty incredible discount. Anthony discusses what they'll need to do to maximize this opportunity. He also offers some context on why this happened so quickly.

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PART 2: LeBron Clippers picture logo-gate, Giannis watch

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony was asked about the picture LeBron snapped in front of a Clippers logo. He explained what was going on and how it used to be something he would laugh at with other superstars around the league. He then segues into a preview of the year of Giannis-LA.

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LOWDOWN: Daryl Morey clears up the air on his bubble title takes (to Anthony)

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Honestly we're just as shocked as you.

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FULL: We're doing the bubble title thing again, huh?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Daryl Morey went viral for giving his thoughts on the Lakers' 2019-20 championship and Anthony is sick of those takes (though for a pretty important update on Morey, check out the Lowdown). Anthony says those takes need to go away forever. In the second half of the show, he discusses Jonathan Kuminga and the rest of the league's restricted free agents, to see if there might be value for the Lakers.

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PART 1: Stop with the bubble title takes

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Daryl Morey's quote about the Lakers' championship led to another avalanche of takes on the matter and Anthony is sick of it.

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PART 2: Should the Lakers check in one of the restricted free agents?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Originally, Anthony was going to spend this whole episode on the Lakers and making a gamble on Jonathan Kuminga. Well seeing as that plan was derailed, he still dove into this subject but also touched on the other RFA's stuck in limbo.

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FULL: LeBron sure seems amped about next season...

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony saw the viral LeBron workout video and wonders whether James might be more excited about this season than widely assumed. He discusses that, what a lighter LeBron would mean to the Lakers and then dives back into the mailbag to completely clear it out.

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PART 1: Is LeBron slimming down? How would that help?

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony discusses a workout video from LeBron James and how he looks a little slimmer. If he did slim down, that could actually help the Lakers and help paint a picture of a collaborative offseason with him and Luka Doncic.

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PART 2: Anthony (finally) explains where he hears stuff from

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

For whatever reason, listeners have become really interested in where Anthony gets his information from. So, to the extent he can, he offers a bit of an explanation -- which also featured an origin story.

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FULL: Luka Doncic looks incredible; Extension incoming; Thanks Nico!

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have both seen the Luka Doncic interview and pictures and both want to personally thank Nico Harrison.

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PART 1: Luka gets shredded, Anthony is... optimistic?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

We're entering a dangerous stage, here, as Anthony is growing more optimistic by the day -- especially after seeing the transformation Luka Doncic has undertaken this summer. Harrison, for the sake of all Lakers fans everywhere, tries to talk Anthony down.

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PART 2: Harrison tries really really hard to make this his last episode

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

You're going to want to stick around for the very end, where Harrison takes an opportunity to plug his work to give away free commercials and, in the process, may have ended his relationship with the show. Before that, the guys talk about their levels of optimism in this team.

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FULL: More LeBron subtweeting? Luka heading stateside for his extension? JJ Redick concerns? MAILBAG!

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony dives into the various mailbags and finds some great questions that allowed him to riff on some interesting subject matter. LeBron took a picture with Nikola Jokic's agent. Does it matter? Luka Doncic's Jordon promotion tour is pretty well timed. How nervous should we be about the Lakers' coaching staff? All that and plenty more.

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PART 1: Will this successful free agency haul improve Lakers' chances at going for it this season?

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony opens the mailbag and gives one of the weirdest analogies for the offseason that you'll ever find.

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PART 2: DOES LEBRON TAKING A PICTURE WITH JOKIC'S AGENT MATTER???? (no, no it does not)

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

LeBron lit the internet on fire again, this time by appearing in a picture with Nikola Jokic's agent. Anthony talks about that situation, why he doesn't think LeBron is going anywhere and how he thinks it will all play out. He also talks about the state of media through the lens of this LeBron situation.

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THE HOOK: Anthony and Pete talk fandom; Lakers' identity, rotation; JJ Redick

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:53:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete cover a ton of ground in this one. They start with a conversation about their careers' impacts on their Lakers fandom and whether they miss just being a fan. They then dive into this team's identity and how to build a rotation with that in mind. They discuss their confidence in JJ Redick, then wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: How "work" has changed us as fans; Ideal Lakers identity this season

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:50:00 -0000

Anthony took a very different approach to watching Fantastic Four and found it really improved his experience watching the movie. This leads him to a conversation with Pete about fandom and both of their careers, and whether they ever miss just being fans. From there, the dive into their conversation about the Lakers' identity and how to build a rotation around that.

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PART 2: How confident are you in JJ Redick heading into year 2?

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:43:00 -0000

Anthony's brain is scarred forever by what he saw from JJ Redick in the postseason. He asks Pete to talk him off that ledge. They also wrap with a few questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Trevor Lane on Luka's impending extension, final tweaks, identity

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony brings back Trevor Lane (LakersNation), who has quickly become a friend of the show. The guys talk about Luka Doncic's extension, which is looking likelier by the day. They go from there to the final couple moves they'd prefer the Lakers make and why they haven't yet. If this is the final roster, the guys talk about their expectations and the identity they think will fit best around Luka. They wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Luka Doncic extension incoming

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

More reports are surfacing that indicate Luka Doncic will not waste any time on signing his max extension with the Lakers. Anthony and Trevor discuss how we got here and if they were ever nervous that we might not have.

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PART 2: How Gabe Vincent or Jarred Vanderbilt might define Lakers' identity around Luka

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

The Lakers' identity this season is obviously going to be Luka Doncic and everything that he brings to the table. But you still have to build something around him. That is the identity Anthony is curious about. He asks Trevor Lane about the approach he'd prefer between leaning towards offense with Gabe Vincent or defense with Jarred Vanderbilt.

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FULL: If this is it, then what? (feat Avery and Myles) (and Harrison)

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison zoom out on this summer and try to figure out whether this was a successful offseason (if this is it). Anthony talks about his mortality. His kids join in the fun. Good times.

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PART 1: Myles and Avery give their thoughts on the Lakers offseason

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison were in the middle of a point about LeBron wanting to win a championship with Bronny when, boom, in barged Myles. So, what other choice did Anthony have but to ask him and Avery what they've thought about this Lakers offseason if this is indeed it.

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PART 2: Is this another Two Timelines situation?

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison are concerned that the Lakers aren't actually committing to the future or the now and, if not, it makes it basically impossible to maximize either.

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LOWDOWN: Trade market hurdles; Luka extension thoughts

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:14:00 -0000

Anthony quickly discusses the two main topics from today's Lounge. He was going to talk rotations here too but it's too convoluted so he's holding off to have that conversation with a guest you'll probably like.

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FULL: Lakers still active; Luka recruiting; Rotation thoughts

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:11:00 -0000

Considering it's a late-ish July pod episode after most of the Lakers' work seems to have been done, this was a packed episode. Anthony offers up the latest on what he's hearing, then discusses Luka's recruiting efforts. He then dives into some initial rotation thoughts and player combination rules and wraps up with some questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: The Lakers are still active on the trade market; Here's their issue

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:01:00 -0000

Since the introduction of the play-in tournament and the flattening of the lottery odds, NBA teams are approaching the offseason in a way that has severely limited the trade market -- to the Lakers' chagrin. Anthony explains what the Lakers are still trying to do and the hurdles they're struggling to clear.

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PART 2: Building preliminary Lakers rotations

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:58:00 -0000

Anthony outlines the beginnings of a rotation, then dives into some rules he has for minutes and player combinations based on this current roster makeup. Then, he dives into some questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers sign Koloko, Mañon to two-way deals; Waive Jemison

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:04:00 -0000

Anthony is pretty stoked to see Christian Koloko back with the Lakers in this capacity. He also watched a few clips of Chris Mañon and is excited about that addition, too. Then, in a surprise move, the Lakers waived Trey Jemison III. Anthony offers his semi-educated guess about who might get that third spot heading into camp.

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FULL: Jason Timpf on Lakers' offseason, title chances; Kobe Bryant legacy takes

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes in a friend of the show in Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight) now that the offseason is juuuuuuust about finished. The guys talk about what the Lakers accomplished, what they're capable of and the work still needing to be done sometime in the future (and hopefully soon).

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PART 1: Grading this Lakers offseason (if this is it)

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Jason take a look at this Lakers offseason now that it feels like it's mostly done (it may or may not be -- hard to tell). Given the constraints they placed on themselves, it feels successful. Should they have placed those constraints, though?

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PART 2: The Kobe Bryant conversation

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

It might be a little early in the offseason to be talking top 100 lists, but Anthony saw the latest one in which Kobe slid down a bit and has some thoughts. Does defense not matter?

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LOWDOWN: League prepping for Luka/Jokic/Giannis pre-agencies; Goodwin WAIVED

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 03:33:00 -0000

Anthony starts by narrating a piece about the league preparing itself for the seasons of Jokic/Luka/Giannis and offering some additional context seeing as he wrote that piece a few days ago. Then, right as we were ready to post this episode, word dropped the Lakers are waiving Jordan Goodwin. Anthony gives his thoughts on that too.

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FULL: Lakers waive Shake Milton; Working to avoid waiving Jordan Goodwin; Mailbag!

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:22:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the decision to Waive Shake Milton and what has to come next to open up the room to officially sign Marcus Smart. The next 24 hours are going to be interesting. From there, he talks about the kind of trade the Lakers need to make in order to avoid waiving Jordan Goodwin. Then, dives into the mailbags to answer your questions.

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PART 1: Milton cut; Goodwin next? (SPOILER: Goodwin was next)

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 19:01:00 -0000

Ah, yesterday. When we had hope that maybe, just maybe, Rob Pelinka would execute a trade in the offseason that would allow the Lakers to keep a useful, cheap player. Those were the days.

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PART 2: Could a Laker make an All-Defense team this year?

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens up the ol' Twitter mailbag, where listeners are apparently really excited about the Marcus Smart addition.So excited that they're wondering if he might play award-winning defense. Anthony discusses that and plenty more.

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BREAKING: Lakers to sign Marcus Smart

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:15:00 -0000

Anthony stepped away from the family barbecue to break down the Lakers' newest addition. This has been in the works for a little.

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FULL: Let's talk about this actual basketball team

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 03:17:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj talk about what this team is capable of with the summer the Lakers have had so far. Then, they talk about a realistic remainder of the offseason and their hopes and dreams moving forward.

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PART 1: How are the Lakers... currently?

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:03:00 -0000

We've obviously spent a ton of time talking about hypotheticals, additions and subtractions. This is now a 15-man roster. Let's analyze it.

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PART 2: Stop with the Austin Off The Bench stuff...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:01:00 -0000

A commenter just wouldn't drop how much they thought Austin sucks. Anthony had enough and unleashed a rant directed at everyone who are acting like Austin is the entire problem with this team.

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PART 3: Our highest hopes to optimize this Lakers team

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0000

The Lakers still have Luka and LeBron. They got here in a weird way but they've improved so far this offseason. Let's take a second to hope. Hoping is fun. The guys wrap with a couple questions from the live audience, too.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron likely to remain with Lakers despite noise (narrated)

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony jotted down some thoughts about LeBron James while he was flying home that combined the things he was hearing in Las Vegas with the options if you zoom out at the NBA landscape. He narrates that piece and also offers some context to the reaction to the parts of this that were aggregated yesterday.

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FULL: Bradley Beal chooses Clippers over Lakers

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:36:00 -0000

The Lakers were in on Bradley Beal. They didn't wind up getting him. Anthony explains why, then gets into why it matters and doesn't that he won't be a Laker. He then offers a little more context on the LeBron-Lakers situation and then dives into a few questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Bradley Beal to the Clippers; Lakers pursued him

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the news of Bradley Beal finally taking his buyout and going to the Clippers.

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PART 2: Lakers likely to resume activity with Beal off the table

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0000

The Lakers were in on Beal as it looked like he was going to be bought out. They missed out. Well, now, what comes next? Anthony talks about that and the initial response to his piece on the state of the LeBron-Lakers relationship.

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FULL: Shake Milton update, then the mailbag of all mailbags

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

This is one of the better solo episodes Anthony has recorded, and we grade him pretty harshly. First, he opens with some thoughts on the impending Shake Milton deadline. Then, he dives into the mailbag, which was filled with some incredible questions about everything from how he does his reporting to the Lakers' intentions and how the league may be watching this Luka-Lakers situation.

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PART 1: The Shake Milton deadline awaits...

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:56:00 -0000

Anthony explains how the rest of the offseason might kind of come down to how the Lakers handle this Shake Milton situation, then dives into the mailbags.

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PART 2: What chances do the Lakers have at Bradley Beal?

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:52:00 -0000

The whole league seems to be waiting on a couple dominos. Anthony explains what they are (or might be) and then answers a question from a listener about Bradley Beal. That whole situation is weird.

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PART 3: How much patience will Guggenheim have with Rob Pelinka?

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:47:00 -0000

So, this subject was supposed to be hit on earlier in the episode, but because we got so many great questions, we had to wait a little while. Still, it's something fans are really curious about, so Anthony gives his thoughts.

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FULL: Anthony's back from Las Vegas and has some tea

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:49:00 -0000

Anthony's trip to Las Vegas for summer league was a good one. He comes back to talk about what everyone there is talking about.

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PART ONE: The league is watching Luka, Jokic and Giannis' pre-agency

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:45:00 -0000

Anthony went to Vegas and anticipated a lot more interest in what happens between the Lakers and LeBron James. What he found was a league that has mostly moved on and is now focused on a few superstars in their prime heading into some big decisions.

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PART TWO: How much does the LeBron-Lakers noise actually matter?

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:42:00 -0000

Anthony had one of those moments in Vegas where you ask yourself about the choices you've made that led you to that moment and, as a result of several conversations with people about LeBron's relationship with the Lakers, he found himself wondering whether any of that stuff matters.

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FULL: THE BIG HUGE GIANNIS PLAN DEBATE

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:42:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete rarely disagree to the extent they have over this whole Giannis Plan approach the Lakers are taking. Anthony is on the side of competing while the Lakers have LeBron and Luka. Pete doesn't think they can, so thinks they should compete for the future. They are still friends despite this, don't worry.

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PART ONE: Well, it appears to be hitting the fan between LeBron and the Lakers

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:36:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete kick off their debate of the plan to build for the future vs. competing while the Lakers have LeBron and Luka. Pete makes the point that hurts to hear because it's true: How invested will LeBron be in this team and can they compete if he isn't fully bought in?

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PART 2: Would the Lakers be so focused on the future if it was Kobe, not LeBron?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:31:00 -0000

Anthony asks an impossible hypothetical so as to explain how weird it's been to see fans' reactions to LeBron James asking the Lakers to compete while he and Luka Doncic are on the team.

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FULL: Bronny James impresses in Cooper Flagg's debut; Dalton still struggling; Where was everyone?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 03:20:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down everything from the Lakers' opener in Vegas, as Bronny James and Dalton Knecht took on Cooper Flagg in his debut. For the most part, the game lived up to most of the hype. It was actually a pretty fun game. The Mavericks organization sure seemed to enjoy it. Maybe the Lakers org did too. We wouldn't know because no one who didn't have to be there were.

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PART ONE: Cooper Flagg debuts; Bronny impresses

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:02:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down what he saw from the most recent number one pick, then explains why he's liked what he's seen so much from Bronny that he wishes he could see more of it.

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PART TWO: What's the latest on Wiggins?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0000

Anthony spent the second half of the show taking listeners questions and people want to know what's up with the Lakers' pursuit of a more natural starting small forward.

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LOWDOWN: Jeanie Buss to remain governor for next five years

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:22:00 -0000

The biggest news of the day had nothing to do with player acquisition. Anthony explains why reports of Jeanie Buss remaining on as governor for as long as she might could be a good thing, so long as she remains open to the idea of supplementation from Mark Walter.

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FULL: More info on Jeanie's role moving forward; Giannis/Jokic plan; FA/trade market latest

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 21:43:00 -0000

Anthony relays a report from The Athletic about the role Jeanie Buss will have in the organization for at least the next five years. Also detailed in that piece was the Lakers' plans for the next couple summers, as they pursue Giannis and Jokic. Also also in that piece was a confirmation of what Anthony has been saying lately about LeBron James' contract. Anthony goes over all that, then answers questions from the live audience about the current free agent and trade markets.

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PART 1: Jeanie to remain governor; Here's how it could work

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 20:41:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a report from The Athletic that indicates Jeanie Buss will remain on as governor for the next fives years. There are still details to unearth, but Anthony believes this could still be a positive if Buss welcomes modernization while she's still in that position.

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PART 2: MAILBAG... What's the latest on the Lakers' FA/trade targets?

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 20:40:00 -0000

Anthony wrapped up today's live stream by answering questions from listeners who want to know why things are on pause the way they are.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers hoping to work trade market in Vegas (narrated, plus context)

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony reported on what the Lakers will be looking to go when they head to Las Vegas this week. He narrates that, then adds a little extra context on the various names he mentioned in the piece.

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FULL: Jorge Sedano on LeSubtweet's return, Lakers' Giannis plan, Luka Doncic's future

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:14:00 -0000

Anthony and Jorge explain why they both think LeBron James is frustrated with the Lakers and why most of those reason are at least fairly reasonable. They discuss Rob Pelinka's reported Giannis plan and why it's antiquated. They finish the discussion with a summer league story and then Anthony offers up a little extra context on his reporting from Tuesday morning.

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PART 1: Why LeBron opted in and may be subtweeting the Lakers

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:13:00 -0000

Anthony and guest Jorge Sedano (ESPN) discuss this weird offseason for LeBron James, who clearly feels a certain way about no longer being the center of the Lakers' attention.

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PART 2: The latest on De'Anthony Melton, other FA, trade targets

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:12:00 -0000

After wrapping up his conversation with Jorge Sedano, Anthony quickly touches on news from this morning that De'Anthony Melton might be heading to The Bay and what the Lakers' plans are right now.

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FULL: Yossi Gozlan on the Lakers' cap situation

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 20:34:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Yossi Gozlan (Third Apron, Capsheets.com) into The Lounge to break down the Lakers' offseason so far from a cap perspective. They also talk about the team's option in this second half of the offseason as they try to open more avenues to improve the roster. The guys also discuss LeBron James' options and whether the Lakers would ever trade him.

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PART ONE: Grading the Lakers' offseason to this point; more is needed

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 20:33:00 -0000

Anthony and Yossi go through the Lakers offseason to this point to help paint the picture of what they need to do from here on out.

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PART TWO: So, about this Giannis plan...

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 20:32:00 -0000

Anthony is still dubious of this whole plan to maintain flexibility for 2027 even while they have Luka Doncic in his prime and LeBron James is clearly still pretty good just for the chance at maybe landing Giannis Antetokounmpo. He and Yossi talk about the practicality of cap space versus just, oh, you know, employing good basketball players.

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LOWDOWN: For LeBron James, the grass may not be greener (narrated + context)

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:11:00 -0000

Over the weekend, Anthony thought long and hard about LeBron James' options *if* James actually wants out. He asked around about the situation, too, and the product wound up being a length article that outlined why he thinks James' and the Lakers' best option is just to move forward together.

Since writing the article, he's also heard why there might be a riff between James and the Lakers, and where it stemmed from. So he offers that additional context, as well.

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FULL: Lakers announce addition; Latest LeBron noise; Offseason priorities; Mailbag

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:30:00 -0000

The first show after a longer weekend is always a doozie, even if the weekend wasn't actually as long as it felt like. Anthony discusses the now official additions to the roster and notes the Lakers not mentioning LeBron James specifically. He dives into that situation, too. Then he uses the mailbag to talk about everything the Lakers are working on.

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PART 1: Lakers announce additions; Let's go through them

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:24:00 -0000

Anthony is legitimately excited about the additions to the roster so far. Now that they've been officially announced, he goes through them and what they bring to the table.

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PART 2: Wing trade options?

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:18:00 -0000

The Lakers need to consolidate their roster for a few reasons. Anthony discusses those efforts and why he thinks a trade for a wing checks the most boxes.

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PART 3: MAILBAG! Latest on De'Anthony Melton, trades, etc.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:11:00 -0000

Anthony had some packed mailbags to get to and they had some great questions. Lakers fans want to know about the Lakers' cap situation, their chances at adding more talent and the avenues by which that can happen. Anthony offered up everything he could.

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FULL: LeGolfer? LeBuyout? LeHolidayEpisode!

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 20:13:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have some fun in this holiday episode talking about LeBron's golf swing, his latest subtweets and the eventual defense of said posts. They also talk about the efforts to maintain flexibility two full seasons from now while they have Luka Doncic in his prime and how dumb the Jaxson Hayes signing was.

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PART ONE: Harrison unleashes an INCREDIBLE LeBron take

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 20:10:00 -0000

Anthony mostly just wants to talk about LeBron's golf swing but noooooo can't do that. So instead, Harrison offers up an insane take about what LeBron is actually working towards.

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PART 2: The problem with "The Giannis Plan"

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 20:06:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison both have the same problem with hoarding assets and cap space for 2027: The Lakers have Luka Doncic right now.

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LOWDOWN: The Lakers err in re-signing Jaxson Hayes

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 03:11:00 -0000

Anthony was told heading into the summer the Lakers weren't going to bring Jaxson Hayes back unless they were desperate. Well, they weren't desperate and brought him back nonetheless. This is a bad look, no matter how you split it.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on eventful offseason so far, where it leaves the Lakers; Mailbag

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 21:39:00 -0000

Anthony brings back Jovan Buha to talk about this offseason so far, in which the Lakers have actually gotten better. What a concept! The guys go through the decisions made and what might come next, then explain which tier they'd put the Lakers compared to the west competition. Then, Anthony dives into the live chat mailbag to answer your questions about what to look for moving forward.

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PART ONE: The Lakers are actually better now than they were before the offseason

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:38:00 -0000

For the first time in a little while, the Lakers are better as a result of the moves they've made in the offseason. Anthony and Jovan break down the offseason to this point.

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PART TWO: What comes next for the Lakers after Deandre Ayton?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:37:00 -0000

The Lakers landed their starting center. Now what?

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PART 3: Mailbag - Lots and lots of Al Horford questions

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:36:00 -0000

Anthony wishes he had better news on this front but, he answers all the Al Horford questions and everything else the live audience wanted covered.

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LOWDOWN: Deandre Ayton acquisition still leaves work to be done (narrated)

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:33:00 -0000

Even while landing Deandre Ayton is a huge development for a team desperate for any help at center, the Lakers still have a ton of work to do and are hard at work on it. Anthony offers up the latest he's heard.

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FULL: Lakers land Deandre Ayton; Who are they getting? What's next?

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:28:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Sean Highkin into The Lounge to talk about the breaking news that they had just landed Deandre Ayton, the talented center who they kinda/sorta desperately needed to sign. The guys talk about Ayton the teammate, the player and whether they believe he'll be able to turn things around. Then, they discuss some of the trade talks the Lakers and Blazers have had and Anthony wraps with questions from the live audience.

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PART 1: Lakers land Deandre Ayton

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:27:00 -0000

Well, there we have it. Deandre Ayton, you are a Los Angeles Laker. Anthony and guest Sean Highkin share their immediate reactions to the move.

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PART TWO: Who is Deandre Ayton, the teammate and player?

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:26:00 -0000

Sean Highkin, who has covered Deandre Ayton in Portland, offers up what he was able to gather about how Ayton's teammates felt about him and continue to feel about him now that he's gone.

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PART 3: After Ayton, Lakers set to focus on wings, more center depth

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:25:00 -0000

The work isn't done after the Lakers were able to land Deandre Ayton. Anthony explains what the Lakers are up to now by way of some questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Anthony and Raj on DFS-ankle-gate, quiet second day of free agency, trade rumors and more

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:03:00 -0000

We obviously wish we had more action to talk about, but we cover a Rob Pelinka-led Lakers team. So here we are.

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LOWDOWN: Deandre Ayton update (narrated); Additional context on conflicting reports

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:05:00 -0000

Anthony narrates the piece he wrote yesterday about Deandre Ayton and why he's available and his options in free agency, then offers up his thoughts on the conflicting reporting out there about what Ayton will look to do.

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PART 1: Anthony's DFS reporting gets confirmed

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony's reporting on Dorian Finney-Smith's departure made some waves (and ruined his mentions/DMs). After a nice, long day of those mentions being a tire fire, Zach Lowe (The Ringer) indirectly confirmed what he was talking about. The guys talk about that report, and Anthony makes yet another plea for people to just treat each other better.

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PART 2: What is Deandre Ayton's market?

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The guys use process of elimination to explain why Anthony thinks it's more likely than not Ayton winds up with the Lakers.

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PART 3: Raj gets to talk about Jake LaRavia, Adou Thiero

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After a lengthy conversation about the Lakers being stuck in the mud, Anthony rewards Raj with a discussion about the couple additions Rob Pelinka has made to the roster.

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LOWDOWN: What happened on Brook Lopez? Deandre Ayton Latest; Al Horford?

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 21:02:00 -0000

Anthony explains how things went from Brook Lopez seeming like a done deal to him signing with the Clippers and not the Lakers. He then offers up what he's hearing on Deandre Ayton, then discusses Al Horford as an option and wraps up with Ayton's uninspiring market.

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FULL: Free agency opening moments, Lopez, Ayton update, Jake LaRavia signed

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:07:00 -0000

Anthony starts by marveling at tampering maybe being over? In more seriousness, he updates a couple situations, explains how information develops over time and then, right at the tail end of the show, reacts to the Lakers' first signing.

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BREAKING: Lakers sign Jake LaRavia (live reaction)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 23:58:00 -0000

Anthony was just about to hop off his stream when news broke that the Lakers were signing Jake LaRavia. He gives a quick scouting report as we await more news.

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LOWDOWN: NBA free agency day 1 primer

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:52:00 -0000

Well, it wouldn't appear the Lakers will get off to the best start when free agency officially gets underway this evening. Anthony explains why Dorian Finney-Smith will be walking, a likely addition and offers up as much as he can about Deandre Ayton.

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FULL: Anthony, Harrison react to LeBron, DFS news; Latest trade market buzz

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 02:25:00 -0000

Well Sunday got outta hand pretty dang quickly. The guys talk about everything that went down, how they arrived here and where they think things go from here.

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PART ONE: How did we get to LeBron's messaging?

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 02:21:00 -0000

Sunday's news cycle didn't just happen. This has been a thing for a little while, starting with the Russell Westbrook trade a few years ago.

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PART TWO: More on LeBron; Dorian Finney-Smith opts out

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 02:16:00 -0000

Well, LeBron James opted in after all. Anthony offers up what he heard about the decision, then he and Harrison discuss where things go from here.

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GREAT WESTERN FORUM EP. 1: Lakers sold, Draft Results, Offseason Expectations

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Welcome into The Great Western Forum. In this first episode, Anthony, Pete and Jovan start with a conversation about the sale of the Lakers and what they're hoping to see come from that. They open up the discussion to include Raj Chipalu (whom you know) and Mike Garcia (@CanyonDriver) to talk about the draft results and how they fall in line with the hopes and expectations in this new era of Lakers basketball.

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GWF PART ONE: Welcome to The Forum!

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

After a brief explainer of what the goal of this project might be, Anthony, Jovan and Pete talk about the implications of the Lakers being sold to Mark Walter not just long-term, but also for those currently holding power.

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GWF PART TWO: Mike Garcia, Raj Chipalu on Lakers draft, sale symmetry

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony, Pete and Jovan open up the discussion to include Mike Garcia to talk about the draft and Raj Chipalu to talk about the Lakers sale, while also threading the needle to talk about important themes to note through both critical events.

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NBA Draft Day 2 Primer: DFS player option update; Reaves turns down extension; Lakers move up

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:58:00 -0000

Welcome to day two of the NBA draft, where the Lakers now hold a pick 10 spots higher than they did when you went to bed last night. Anthony takes you inside that decision, the Dorian Finney-Smith player option situation and Austin Reaves turning down the max extension the Lakers knew he was going to turn down. He also updates you on the latest surrounding Andrew Wiggins trade negotiations.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers sit out first round; Andrew Wiggins trade report

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:59:00 -0000

Well, that draft happened. Anthony talks about four hours of nothing, but then finishes with a narration of his Andrew Wiggins reporting.

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FULL: Wiggins trade rumors; Draft Day Locked on Lakers Crossover Part 1

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 21:59:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Brian Kamenetzky to talk about this Andrew Wiggins trade rumor report Anthony dropped just before the show. They also discuss expectations for the draft and, by extension, where Rob Pelinka stands after the Lakers sale.

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PART ONE: Anthony's Andrew Wiggins report

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 21:58:00 -0000

Jut before he went live, Anthony wrote up about a rumors he's talked about before. People he's talking to say the Lakers and Heat have discussed a Rui Hachimura - Andrew Wiggins swap. He talks to Brian about this, the trade parameters and the boxes this would check.

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PART TWO: Draft Day expectations (or lack thereof)

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 21:56:00 -0000

After talking to Raj yesterday about his expectations for tonight, Anthony asks Brian Kamenetzky for his and got a very different answer.

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LOWDOWN: Report - Lakers coaching staff likely to remain mostly the same next season (narrated)

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony has gathered over the last couple days that the coaching staff is mostly going to remain intact. He offers up what he knows, then expands into a larger discussion of how the transition of power will probably go over the next year or so.

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FULL: Draft day expectations, dreams, nightmares

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

So, Anthony and Raj don't know very much about the actual player who might get drafted tonight. What the do know is what the Lakers need to accomplish and when they'd prefer it get done. So, they use that information to lay out their baseline expectations, their hopes and their concerns heading into the busiest night in the sport.

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PART ONE: Fair expectations heading into the draft; NBA trade latest

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The guys marvel at what Boston was able to do to duck under the second apron. Anthony offers up the clear explanation on how they were able to get there so quickly and easily. They have organizational direction. The Lakers (still) have the Rambii.

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PART TWO: Anthony addresses the John Collins contradictory reporting

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Journalism! Hello! No please come back!

The guys wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Daniel Gafford's extension makes him more available; Lakers coaching staff update

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony quickly explains why Daniel Gafford's contract makes it all the more likely he's eventually moved, then offers an update on the Lakers coaching staff.

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FULL: Daniel Gafford extends, but is still available; More trade/FA targets; Mailbag

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Daniel Gafford situation (and the different reports on it). Turn out, Dallas may have done the smart thing here and extended him while also maintaining flexibility this summer. From there, Anthony dives into some names listeners have been asking about and wraps with super comment questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Daniel Gafford's extension, explained

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Minutes before going live for yesterday's stream, news broke that Daniel Gafford is going to sign an extension with the Dallas Mavericks. Initially, it seemed this would take him off the trade market. Then, because of the reported value of the extension, Gafford very quickly landed right back on the trade block. Anthony explains what was going on there, and wonders about some of the reporting on this story.

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PART TWO: Will Sam Presti be the Lakers' Andrew Friedman?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony got a fun question about the front office, which made him think long and hard about what kind of investment Guggenheim might eventually make into the organization, once they get a close, honest look at how Jeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka run things the next year or so.

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LOWDOWN: Why owners didn't want Jeanie Buss to sell (narrated)

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:41:00 -0000

Right after the Lakers sold, Anthony wrote down all the reasons why Lakers fans should be excited -- and why the other 29 owners aren't exactly thrilled.

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FULL: Thunder crowned; Hali's injury; KD trade; Offseason preview: Questions

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:39:00 -0000

What a crazy day. Anthony recaps all the events and their rippled effects, then kicks off the offseason officially getting going with some notes and reaction to the Lakers sale. He answers a couple questions to wrap things up.

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PART ONE: Thunder win it all; Hali blows achilles; KD traded

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:34:00 -0000

In what might go down as one of the crazier days of this NBA season, a new champion was crowned, a star suffered a brutal injury and another was traded fairly unceremoniously. Anthony reacts to it all.

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PART TWO: Lakers sale skepticism misses on key point; Lakers offseason preview

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:27:00 -0000

Anthony noticed a consistent trend in the skepticism he saw about Guggenheim buying the Lakers from Jeanie Buss. He addresses the hole in their argument. He then officially kicks off the offseason with a couple notes, then answers a few questions to start your work week.

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FULL: What Lakers fans can look forward to now with Dodgers ownership in place

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 16:53:00 -0000

The Dodgers were once a team mired in mediocrity (or worse). Their owners were quite literally stealing money from the team and were considered some of the least popular people in their sport. Things were BAD. Then, Guggenheim bought the team. Anthony and Eric Stephen talk about the transformation they've watched and whether Lakers fans can expect the same with their team.

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PART ONE: How might Guggenheim transition into power with the Lakers?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 16:45:00 -0000

Using Dodgers history, Anthony and Eric forecast how a transition of power might go down us Guggenheim now owns the Lakers.

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PART TWO: How does Guggenheim handle personnel movement?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 16:34:00 -0000

The Lakers are often bogged down by the math they're constantly doing with organizational wins. Anthony and Eric discuss how the Dodgers have handled this under Guggenheim ownership and whether it might extend to the Lakers.

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FULL: Pacers force game 7; Jeanie to remain as governor after sale

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to the blowout Pacers victory in game six and look ahead to game seven Sunday. From there, they dive into the Lakers sale and reports on Jeanie Buss' continued role with the Lakers moving forward. Anthony uses Dodgers history to predict how things will likely go for Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick.

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PART ONE: Look at our Pacers!

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The Pacers obliterated the Thunder Thursday night and Anthony and Raj are here to celebrate it, albeit for very different reasons.

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PART TWO: Jeanie does deserve to be talked about better than she has been

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Even given how Anthony has criticized Jeanie Buss' ownership over the years, he and Raj have felt pretty uncomfortable about the way many in the fan base have talked about her since the sale was first reported.

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PART THREE: How will Guggenheim handle Jeanie Buss' close friends group?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

We know how Jeanie Buss would prefer to continue on after selling the Lakers, but that just isn't how Guggenheim tends to run their businesses. How will things go, then eventually look when those two approaches come to a head?

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BREAKING: Jeanie Buss sells Lakers to Mark Walter (Guggenheim)

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down quite possibly the biggest development of the modern NBA era from every angle he possibly could, in the moments after the announcement.

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FULL: A pre-sale mailbag

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony recorded this episode mere minutes before the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers. There's still plenty of reason to listen to this, but it's a funny experience knowing what was coming.

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PART ONE: Why are the Lakers so quiet about this draft?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Listeners were wondering why there has been so little noise about the Lakers' intentions heading into the draft and, aside from the sale, the explanations were pretty clear.

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PART TWO: What kind of draft haul would Rui Hachimura be worth?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

With player pricing starting to make the rounds, listeners are now curious what some of the Lakers' key player would be worth, starting with Rui Hachimura.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers running into a familiar problem in center trade efforts (narrated)

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers know what it's like to negotiate from a position of desperation. Well, they're right back in that predicament as they try to find a center to play alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James next season.

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FULL: Players, player types we'd like to see the Lakers avoid

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

There has been plenty of talk of who we'd like to see the Lakers linked to and certainly a ton of space devoted to who the Lakers have interest in. What we haven't seen much of is discussion about who the Lakers should probably avoid and which tendencies they'll have to learn from. Anthony and Harrison do just that in a really fun episode that touches on just about every subject you're probably hoping for.

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PART ONE: The Lakers are definitely interested in Brook Lopez, but...

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony can confirm reports out there that the Lakers have shown an interest in Brook Lopez (though the extent to which that's mutual remains to be seen) and isn't exactly over the moon about the potential signing. The guys discuss this, as well as a couple other player archetypes they'd like to see the Lakers stay away from.

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PART TWO: Find an identity and lean all the way in

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After watching these playoffs, Anthony and Harrison arrive at the conclusion that the Lakers can't hope to combat some of the elite teams' strengths and would be unwise to try. Instead, they need to find their own identity and match strengths for strengths.

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FULL: OKC tops Pacers; Dort is annoying; Desmond Bane trade; Brook Lopez noise

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

We're soooooo close. At most, there are only two games left in the Finals and we've already gotten out first blockbuster trade, as the Memphis Grizzlies sent Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. Anthony and Raj talk about game five, why people don't like the Thunder, the Desmond Bane trade and its impact on the Lakers and more.

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PART ONE: OKC takes control of the series, Haliburton struggles

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Well, OKC is one win away from an NBA championship. The guys detail how this latest game went and where they think the series goes from here.

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PART TWO: What the Desmond Bane trade means for the Lakers

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj both saw plenty of Lakers fans wonder what Austin Reaves' return in a trade could possibly be if Desmond Bane could fetch four first rounders. They both explain why it doesn't really work that way and also discuss how interesting it is to compare the returns on star players and stars in their roles.

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PART THREE: We have a new center name...

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss the Brook Lopez noise after Anthony tells the story about how he found out Lopez was not exactly in a hurry to stick around long-term with the Lakers. From there, they discuss the approach they'd prefer the Lakers take at that position.

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FULL: Buy-low trade, free agency candidates; the Dalton Knecht debate; Finals predictions

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:10:00 -0000

It's a Hook Friday, so Anthony and Pete send you off into the weekend with some thoughts on which buy-low type players they think should be on the Lakers' radar.

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PART ONE: Buy-low trade targets; Christian Koloko, Dalton Knecht conversations

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 22:57:00 -0000

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PART TWO: What the Lakers have to do to effectively buy low and maximize value

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 22:48:00 -0000

Anthony makes a macro-level point about how the Lakers can maximize any buy-low move they make. From there, the guys dig into some potential free agents flying under the radar, then give their thoughts on these Finals.

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Anthony, Jovan on Austin's trade market, a fun hypothetical from last trade deadline

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:48:00 -0000

Anthony hopped on Jovan Buha's show yesterday and, in this sneak preview, discussed who or what kind of player the guys would trade Austin Reaves for. They also addressed a fun hypothetical from a listener who wondered what the Lakers may have done at least year's trade deadline had they not made the Luka Doncic trade.

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REPORT: Don't close the door on LeBron James' player option yet (narrated)

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:41:00 -0000

Most people around the league consider it most likely that LeBron James will opt into the second year of his contract this summer, but based on some of the stuff Anthony has been hearing, he anticipates James could take a couple other paths. He explains each scenario and their impact on the Lakers' summer.

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REPORT: Knicks haven't called Lakers to talk to JJ Redick (narrated)

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:38:00 -0000

With the Knicks seemingly calling everyone who may be happy with their head coach to see if they can pry said coach away from them, Anthony offers what he knows about the situation and explains how the Lakers may handle this situation should the Knicks come calling.

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FULL: Pacers win; Raj runs a victory lap; Anthony reports on LeBron's player option; Dalton Knecht talk

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:56:00 -0000

Absolutely loaded episode here as Anthony and Raj break down the Pacers' game two win over the Thunder, the series outlook from here on out and what Indiana has done to get to this point. From there, the guys talk a little about what the Lakers can learn from Indiana, then dive into a discussion about LeBron James' player option and whatever his contractual situation might be coming out of this summer. They wrap with a conversation about Dalton Knecht because Twitter is angry at Anthony.

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PART ONE: Look at our Pacers!

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:48:00 -0000

For some reason, Raj only seems to be available to come on the show if the Pacers win. Well, they did last night, so the guys broke it down. Anthony also ranted again about the NBA's role in how poorly ESPN has handled these Finals and the sport in general.

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PART TWO: The latest on LeBron James' player option

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:44:00 -0000

Anthony wrote a lengthy piece about LeBron James' player option and the potential discount he could give the Lakers if he so chooses. After offering up what he can about the situation, he and Raj have a discussion about what James could do in this spot, what's fair to hope for as fans and the impact of James' decision, no matter what it might be.

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PART THREE: Raj tries to sell Anthony on Dalton Knecht

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:40:00 -0000

Anthony pissed off Twitter by saying he is out on Dalton Knecht and wondered what Raj thought about that discussion. This led to a few other topics and before you know it, it became a whole extra half hour of Knecht/Lakers/JJ Redick talk.

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LOWDOWN: How will the Lakers use their TPMLE?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In Anthony's latest piece, he took a closer look at what the Lakers will look to do with their taxpayer midlevel exception. He narrates that piece on today's Lowdown.

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FULL: Rob Pelinka's season in review, expectations moving forward

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:49:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down Rob Pelinka's performance last year, which was defined by inactivity heading into the season and quite possibly one of the best trades in Lakers history. Ironically, the former doomed the latter, and makes Anthony a lot less confident than he'd like to be in the Lakers' chances of maximizing their opportunity with Luka fro here on out.

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PART ONE: Last season was PEAK Rob Pelinka

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:46:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka is known for highs and lows and no other season exemplifies that existence more than last year, where his decisions heading into the season damned the beginning of the miraculous Luka Doncic era.

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PART TWO: A Rob Pelinka history lesson

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:44:00 -0000

Using recent history, Anthony explains why he isn't super confident in the Lakers maximizing the Luka Doncic era under Rob Pelinka and the rest of the upper tier of management.

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PART THREE: The pressure is back on Rob Pelinka

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:41:00 -0000

Ron Pelinka has been able to run out the string on the end of the AD-LeBron era, but now that he's landed Luka Doncic, the pressure is right back on him to turn this team around this summer. Anthony explains why and how Lakers fans should be happy about the timing of all of this.

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FULL: OKC evens series; #AnthonyWasRight; ESPN still stinks; Mailbag!

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony was cranky after watching yet another NBA Finals game in 720p, this time with emoji Finals trophies. He discusses OKC going big and how he doesn't like Indiana's chances as a result, then dives into the mailbags.

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PART ONE: Let's all laugh at ESPN

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

ESPN somehow found a way to make their presentation of the NBA Finals even worse. Anthony couldn't help but laugh at their attempt at bringing the Larry O'Brien trophy back to the telecast.

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PART TWO: Mailbag - Should the Lakers kick the tires on Bam Adebayo?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

We all know the Lakers need a center. Every team they talk to also knows this. If everyone is trying to price gauge the Lakers, should they check in on a center who might actually be worth that increased price?

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FULL: Pacers shock Thunder; Daigneault overthinks; Lessons Lakers can learn from both teams

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj celebrate the game they just watched, wonder what the hell ESPN is doing with this telecast, marvel at Tyrese Haliburton, laugh at Mark Daigneault and extend lessons from both the Pacers and Thunder to the Lakers.

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PART ONE: Thunder-Pacers was INCREDIBLE; ESPN, what are you doing?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

As thrilling as that game was, the whole time, both Raj and Anthony found themselves wondering why ESPN was treating this game like any other random Thursday night in February.

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PART TWO: What the Lakers can learn from OKC and Indiana (and especially Indiana)

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony has obviously voiced his opinion on heliocentric offenses. Once again, the Pacers were able to stay attached and eventually win outright because of their diverse offense. The guys discuss why the Lakers need to take note.

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FULL: Ethan Strauss on finals matchup, ratings discourse, Adam Silver, LeBron v Windhorst

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

In a loaded episode, Anthony is joined by Ethan Strauss to talk about, well, a lot. The guys hit on everything from this finals matchup and the inevitable poor ratings that will come of it, the discourse around this matchup heading in, Adam Silver's latest tweak to the All Star Game and LeBron taking yet another side-swipe at Brian Windhorst.

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PART ONE: It should be ok to admit you're a little iffy about this finals matchup

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Ethan have both noticed a rather standoffish stance from NBA media about this upcoming series and give their thoughts on this matchup and that narrative heading in.

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PART TWO: Adam Silver announces (another) tweak to the All Star Game

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Ethan discuss Adam Silver's latest pleat to viewers to please baby please watch the All Star Game and their overall view of his tenure as commissioner.

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FULL: JJ Redick was great in the regular season; bad in the playoffs; has a bright future ahead

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

In the latest entry to the Lakers season review series, Anthony looks back on JJ Redick's first season as a coach. Not just an NBA coach, but as a coach, ever. Still insane to think about. Overall, we have to split this season into two segments. He was fantastic in the regular season and a bit of a disaster in the playoffs. Anthony explains why, then discusses Redick's future as a coach.

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PART ONE: Make no mistake about it, JJ Redick was REALLY good in the regular season

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

We want to be absolutely clear about this: JJ Redick was fantastic in the regular season and that performance becomes all the more impressive when you consider all the context. Anthony lays it all out with the backdrop of Tom Thibodeau's firing.

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PART TWO: Does JJ Redick's bad postseason overshadow is good regular season?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony in genuinely curious because even he goes back-and-forth on this... Does that brutal series from JJ Redick make you feel differently about the amount of success we saw from him in the regular season? He discusses that, then wraps with a fun question about youth coaching differences domestically and internationally.

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FULL: Dorian Finney-Smith options; Jazz add another Ainge, won't tank anymore

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony was thinking about the whole "will or won't LeBron take the pay cut" subject and wondered whether people are going about that all wrong. He then explains how Dorian Finney-Smith opting out and walking wouldn't necessarily be the worst thing. He points out how Austin Ainge's new gig is just the latest example of nepotism in the NBA and then discusses the Jazz apparently coming to their senses about tanking.

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PART ONE: If LeBron opts in, Dorian Finney-Smith leaving could open options...

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

In all likelihood, Dorian Finney-Smith is going to be back with the Lakers after either opting into his player option or after opting out and re-signing a longer deal for less per year. But, if DFS does leave, Anthony explains how it could open up options for the Lakers while also freeing up minutes at the four.

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PART TWO: Nepotism? In The NBA???????

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony noticed a lot of people trying to have the nepotism conversation after Austin Ainge was hired to run the Jazz and decided to wade into those waters. After that super duper fun conversation, he offers up Ainge's message on tanking, and how this is a directly result of the flattened lottery odds (as he predicted a couple weeks ago).

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LOWDOWN: Lakers have a unique two-timeline situation on their hands

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony wrote late last week about the two-timeline spot the Lakers have to navigate, as they prep for the end of the LeBron James era and the beginning of the Luka Doncic era simultaneously. He narrates that piece for this episode.

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FULL: Weighing talent vs. fit; Anthony's James Worthy story; Mailbag

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Loaded show, considering it's a Sunday without basketball. Anthony opens with a response to listeners not exactly thrilled about the all-time Lakers rotation draft from Friday. In it, he explains that building a rotation is a lot more complicated than just listing the best players in Lakers history. He then tells a story about why he thought James Worthy thought his actual name was podcast. He wraps by diving into all the Lounge mailbags, which had some excellent questions.

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PART ONE: Here's why Magic and Kareem went so late in Pete and Anthony's draft

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:01:00 -0000

So, a lot of y'all were NOT happy about the results of Anthony and Pete's rotation draft from Friday. Honestly, we get it. Some truly great players went way later than they should've in the draft. However, as Anthony explains, when you're putting together a rotation that actually has to play together, you have to factor in fit. He explains all that, then follows up that segment with a story about meeting James Worthy, who thought his name was Podcast.

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PART TWO: Should the Lakers redesign their uniforms for the Luka Doncic era?

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A listener asked Anthony about the Lakers uniforms and whether it might be time to redesign them as the organization heads into the Luka Doncic era. It's honestly a pretty good idea, though Anthony has a specific kind of rebrand in mind.

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FULL: All-time Lakers rotation draft; Lessons learned from said draft

Fri, 30 May 2025 22:36:00 -0000

Anthony is, frankly, sick of the same old conversation about this summer so he's going to reframe it. In this episode, he and Pete Zayas (LFR) participate in a snake draft to build out their ideal 10-man rotations using only former Lakers. From there, they discuss some lessons they learned from the draft and extend them to this offseason and beyond. They wrap with questions from the audience but not until after Pete shocks the world with a couple revelations.

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PART ONE: Anthony, Pete draft their all-time Lakers 10-man rotations

Fri, 30 May 2025 22:29:00 -0000

In a wildly entertaining exercise, the guys snake draft 10-man rotations of any players who've ever worn a Lakers uniform. They explain the parameters of the draft, then get into it. Also, Anthony commits a truly earth-shattering gaffe.

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PART TWO: Why the Lakers always look weird going small; Pete's WILD revelations

Fri, 30 May 2025 22:15:00 -0000

After drafting their all-time 10-man rotations, the guys offer up some observations about the exercise and extend them to some key factors the Lakers will have to take into account this summer. More importantly, Pete has two revelations that are absolutely incredible. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Harrison on Luka/LeBron's timeline(s), trade stuff, The Last of Us

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:04:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have one of *those* episodes, where they start with one subject and just kind of wander around. These tend to be their best shows. In this one, they start with LeBron and Luka and the notion of two timelines, but wind up touching on all the trade stuff, Jayson Tatum's injury, the upcoming finals series and The Last of Us.

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PART ONE: Two timelines... Uh oh

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony is coming to realize that LeBron and Luka can obviously fit at least fairly well, but it's inherently short-term because of where LeBron is in his career. So, with that in mind, the guys set the table for a really tricky conversation about how the Lakers can do right by LeBron while also giving Luka his best chances at a championship asap.

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PART TWO: The age-old debate of talent on a roster vs. fit

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The year is 2078. The podcast has been taken over by AI, and by that we mean Anthony Irwin IV despite Anthony's rants against nepotism. Somehow, some way, the guys are still debating the notion of individual talent vs overall fit.

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PART THREE: The Last of Us Season Two Review

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

We know, we know, but stick with us. If you enjoyed that show, you'll like this conversation. If not, well, it's the third part of a really long conversation that was mostly about the Lakers.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers split internally on breaking up core (narrated)

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

As usual, after Anthony write anything, he narrates it for you exclusively in the Lounge RSS feed. This time, he wrote about the how the Lakers view Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura internally and the back-and-forth about trading them taking place as the offseason nears.

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FULL: Should Austin and Rui be counted among the Lakers' core?

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony dropped another report last night, this time detailing the internal debate within the Lakers organization on Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura. He and Raj discuss Reaves and Hachimura's place in the Lakers core, the return the Lakers should be looking for in any trades for each, the risk with both in free agency and more.

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PART ONE: OKC dominating, SEC football, the Lakers core and frustrating 'other' factors

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

With the OKC Thunder well on their way to a finals series they'll be heavy favorites, the guys give their thoughts on what the finals might look like. Anthony thinks OKC will roll. Raj thinks otherwise. From there, the guys launch into their conversation about Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura as part of the Lakers "core" and whether they should be considered as such.

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PART TWO: Honeymoons, extensions and big decisions

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Raj asks Anthony about honeymoon periods, which leads to a hilarious, ridiculous analogy. The guys talk about the Lakers' decisions impact on Luka Doncic, who will have an extension passed across the table to him this summer that the Lakers desperately need him to sign.

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Kirk Henderson on Luka Doncic's season, calf issues, Luka Ball, Mavs-Lakers trade talks

Wed, 28 May 2025 15:42:00 -0000

Anthony is joined on this earlier edition of The Lounge by Kirk Henderson (Mavs Moneyball, Pod Maverick) to discuss Luka Doncic's season, both in Dallas and eventually in L.A. The guys talk about the calf strain that never relented its grip on this season, Luka Ball, the need for a center and, eventually, a former teammate of Doncic's who the Lakers have an eye on.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers 'extremely' active on center market (narrated)

Tue, 27 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony dropped a report last night on the Lakers' center pursuit. He narrates that piece, plus a couple occasional nuggets here and there.

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FULL: Trevor Lane on how close the Lakers are to actual title competition

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony comes back from his little break with a bang, as he welcomes Trevor Lane (LakersNation) into The Lounge to talk ... about most of the same stuff we've been talking about. Centers stuff, the need for athleticism, Austin Reaves' trade market and whatever else comes up.

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PART ONE: How close are the Lakers? Is close "enough"?

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Trevor kick off their conversation with some bbq talk, then dive into the playoffs that continue to roll on without the Lakers. These games demand the question: Are the Lakers close? If they are, then how can that gap be bridged? If not, then is it smarter to keep their powder dry for when they can more sustainably compete?

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PART TWO: Deandre Ayton, anyone?

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In that 2019-20 season, the Lakers brought back Dwight Howard and had a very honest conversation with him about his career at that point. Anthony makes the case that a similar conversation could help a very talented center turn things around in L.A. Trevor is a little less sold.

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FULL: Latest intel on Lakers' center pursuit; Jaxson Hayes' future

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony did a little digging and one thing resonates far above everything else as it pertain to noise surrounding the Lakers' offseason: They know they need at least one center and are in the market for a couple. He discusses how that pursuit is going so far, the speed bumps they've already hit and how a chaotic summer might really help them. He also explains why it seems unlikely Jaxson Hayes will be back next year -- and why he hopes he isn't.

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FULL: Knicks choke (lol); Pacers trade targets; Lakers offseason questions

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:33:00 -0000

Honestly, the guys could've spent the entire show marveling at the game they just watched. But, they're professionals, so instead, they marveled at the game they just watched and then fantasized about some of the players they just watched being on the Lakers.

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PART ONE: The Basketball Gods spoke loud and clear

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:29:00 -0000

The Knicks just lost in one of the most excruciating ways ever seen in the history of the sport and have only themselves to blame.

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PART TWO: Bennedict Mathurin, anyone?

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:24:00 -0000

There's a really good chance the Pacers might start looking at their books this summer and decide there is a guy here and there they won't be able to keep. Anthony thinks this might present the Lakers an opportunity. He and Raj discuss this, and the notion of trading talent for fit.

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PART 3: LUKE KORNET IS HOW OLD???

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:21:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj continue their conversation but the most striking thing in this segment (other than the live questions) was everything they learned about Luke Kornet.

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FULL: No, the Lakers would not be better off without LeBron James

Wed, 21 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony has noticed a take that he just can't quite wrap his head around from a particular faction of the fan base. They want LeBron James gone. Anthony explains why it wouldn't help and where he thinks the take is coming from, then dives into what the Lakers will need to do to make it work with James.

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PART ONE: Where is the desire for LeBron to go coming from?

Wed, 21 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony records every episode with an image of Kobe behind him. He was once the obnoxious Kobe stan. He thinks there's a good chance that faction of the Lakers fan base is also the one that has been waiting for a reason to demand LeBron James go away.

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PART TWO: Let Luka and LeBron at least try to figure this out

Wed, 21 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

LeBron James and Luka Doncic were asked to completely rethink the way they play the game in a matter of a few months then try to let that carry them through the playoffs. It's going to be legitimately fascinating to watch these two basketball geniuses try to figure this rubix cube out.

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FULL: Dan Woike on Lakers offseason so far, JJ Redick's growth, Austin Reaves trade rumors

Tue, 20 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

One of our absolute favorites stopped by The Lounge today. Dan Woike (L.A. Times) is back from the NBA Draft Combine, where things are considerably quieter for the Lakers than when he was there last season. The guys talk about the "mourning period" the Lakers went through and the work they're doing to avoid that next year.

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PART ONE: Dan JUST missed being named the Pope; Also Lakers offseason stuff

Tue, 20 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The Pope is a White Sox fan from Chicago. Dan Woike is a White Sox fan from Chicago. This is the closest Anthony will ever get to talking to the Pope about the Lakers offseason.

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PART TWO: More context on why Austin Reaves probably won't be traded

Tue, 20 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Dan finally get around to the Austin Reaves portion of their conversation. All they keep hearing is how unlikely it is Reaves will be moved for a variety of reasons. They wrap with a bit of offseason rapid fire as they try to design out the ideal Lakers summer.

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FULL: Keys to postseason success on offense, defense; Mailbag!

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The conference finals matchups are set and, now that we're two rounds in, Anthony offers up a take on what it takes on offense and defense to enjoy postseason success -- and how it runs contrary to what is valued across the league. From there, he brings the conversation back to the Lakers by answering questions from the iTunes, Twitter and youtube mailbags.

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PART ONE: Conference Finals predictions; Keys on offense/defense to playoff success

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

As much as teams have focused on efficiency through shot selection, Anthony found a notable trend across most of the conference finalists over the years and their ability from two-point range. Between that and the defense we're seeing from the teams left, the Lakers have their work cut out for them this summer.

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PART TWO: What would it take to see the Lakers play playoff defense?

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A listener wanted to know what it would take for the Lakers to play the kind of defense we're watching from the remaining teams and, well, we have some bad news...

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FULL: Welcome (back) to The Hook!

Fri, 16 May 2025 20:56:00 -0000

After years of trying to find some way to record a regular pod together, Anthony and Pete finally have that opportunity and will be recording episodes of "The Hook" every other Friday or so. This is their first such episode and in it, they talk about the potential for a quieter summer than fans may expect, what that would mean and what's on the line in this first transaction window since the Luka trade -- plus any number of topics in-between.

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PART ONE: Run it back?

Fri, 16 May 2025 20:51:00 -0000

Given how little the Lakers have to work with, Anthony is concerned the team will probably look pretty similar to what we saw this year. If so, and if the Lakers want to compete for a championship, then any improvement will need to come internally. Anthony asks Pete about this notion and... Pete isn't sold.

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PART TWO: What does Rob Pelinka actually stand for?

Fri, 16 May 2025 20:47:00 -0000

One thing that's become impossible to ignore is that, outside of keeping his job, it's pretty difficult to figure out what Rob Pelinka's top priorities are in building a team. The organization has lacked much of an identity and this is probably a reason why. Anthony and Pete discuss this and more.

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FULL: Nuggets-Thunder thoughts and then THE DEFINITIVE AUSTIN REAVES CONVERSATION

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down what they just watched as the Nuggets extended their series to a game seven in OKC thanks to Julian Strawther stepping up. Identity matters in basketball, turns out. From there, they have THE DEFINITIVE AUSTIN REAVES CONVERSATION as so much attention has been paid to his trade market. They also hold THE DEFINITIVE CHRISTIAN KOLOKO CONVERSATION which doesn't exactly have the same ring to it.

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PART ONE: Lessons to take from this postseason

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The guys discuss everything they saw from Nuggets-Thunder game six and how frustrating it was to watch the Lakers wander away from their identity in their series against the Wolves. That can't happen again.

They also discuss the differences between regular and postseason basketball and why Anthony was always skeptical of OKC.

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PART TWO: It would actually suck if last series was the last we saw of Luka/LeBron/Austin

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Arguably the best case for not trading Austin is how much it would suck to trade him at maybe his lowest value following that disappointing playoff run. Raj makes that case, then Anthony plays devil's advocate.

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PART THREE: THE DEFINITIVE checks notes Christian Koloko conversation?

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Raj has a quite frankly weird amount of things to say about Christian Koloko and what he considers a wasted opportunity from the Lakers to grab the $100 bill they saw floating down the sidewalk (Anthony's analogy).

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LOWDOWN: Celtics extend series, Warriors head to Cancun; NBA's star health problem continues

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Well, the Celtics extended their series and now are applying a whole bunch of pressure on the Knicks to win Friday. Please, Knicks. Take care of business. Anthony then pivots to the Warriors' elimination at the hands of the Wolves and how the NBA playoffs have become a minefield of star injuries. He also takes a look at a relatively weak-looking Pacific Division heading into next season.

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FULL: Anthony Davis season review; Yes, his jersey is getting retired

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

In kicking off this year's season review series, Anthony thought long and hard about the most important figure to the season and eventually landed on Anthony Davis. He explains that decision, reviews Davis' season and the Luka Doncic trade, then discusses why Davis' jersey will eventually hang in the rafters. He wraps up with some questions from the live audience, too.

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PART ONE: Anthony Davis was the central figure to this Lakers season

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

In a season that felt like a few campaigns combined, Anthony Davis was most often the Lakers' best player and then became a key figure for the future of the franchise -- just in a very different way than he may have thought. Anthony recaps Davis' season.

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PART TWO: Anthony Davis' Lakers legacy; Mailbag

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

There really is no argument to the contrary here but Anthony thought it was worth hammering this home: Anthony Davis' jersey will eventually hang in the rafters and rightfully so. From there, he answers some live questions quickly and wraps up the show that way.

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FULL: Ranking center trade targets; Flattened lottery odds are working; Mailbag!

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony had a backed up mailbag that he was able to mostly empty out, with enough time to mock the Lottery Defenders and also those who don't seem to understand the whole reason the lottery odds were flattened in the first place. Let's talk centers, Austin's trade market and the notion of trading Austin for a center.

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PART ONE: The next critical step in Luka's development

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

A listener compared Kobe's ability to impact the game when he wasn't scoring to what we saw from Luka these playoffs and it's honestly fair to wonder about it. Anthony makes the case as to why that will be the next step Luka takes if he wants to reach the heights he's capable of.

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PART TWO: More Austin Reaves trade questions

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

First, Anthony starts with a rant directed at the people he saw complaining about flattened lottery odds and how they seem to be missing the point. Then, listeners asked about trading Austin Reaves and then specifically about moving him for Walker Kessler and stuff and that got the wheels spinning in Anthony's head.

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LOWDOWN: How Dallas 'winning' the lottery help the Lakers

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony uses one of his ridiculous spur-of-the-moment analogies to explain why he thinks the Mavericks might be more open to trading with the Lakers again now that they have the top pick in this draft. He also reacts to the Giannis rumors and the basketball last night. Wildly packed show.

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FULL: Harrison sits back and watches Anthony devolve fully into tinfoil hat guy

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison react to the Mavericks "winning" the lottery, the eventful basketball from last night, the Celtics' window potentially slamming shut and plenty more. They also discuss the Lakers' options on the trade market and how they continue to point back to Austin Reaves as a trade asset.

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PART ONE: RIIIIIIIIIIIIIGGED (and it's ok)

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony goes full tinfoil hat conspiracy theorist and calls out the league for it's latest blatant rigging of the draft lottery that honestly is what's probably best for the NBA. Yeah that's a crazy sentence but this was an insane segment.

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PART TWO: Austin as a trade asset might be too valuable to not use.

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison continue their conversation about one of the wilder nights in recent NBA history but then circle back to the Lakers offseason, which feels like it's riding to a fairly large extent on what happens with Austin Reaves.

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LOWDOWN: Pre-Lottery offseason intel check-in

Mon, 12 May 2025 03:56:00 -0000

Anthony spent most of the day with family for Mother's Day but hopped on to record a quick update on what he's hearing ahead of tonight's NBA Lottery.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on Lakers-Wolves disaster, offseason ahead, JJ-Luka concerns

Fri, 09 May 2025 20:14:00 -0000

Jovan Buha stops by and boy do he and Anthony have a lot to talk about. They start with that series, which made both of them look pretty dumb. From there, they discuss what the Lakers need to do to ensure that doesn't happen again. They talk about JJ and Luka's somewhat conflicting ideologies and the Lakers needing to pick a direction this summer and actually do the work before the season.

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PART ONE: Ok but really what happened in that series (with Jovan)

Fri, 09 May 2025 20:08:00 -0000

Anthony is used to being wrong about sports, but not THAT wrong. He and Jovan (who last spoke before the series) discuss what went wrong for the Lakers and some of the blindspots they carried into the matchup.

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PART TWO: How can Luka and JJ's preferences mesh?

Fri, 09 May 2025 20:02:00 -0000

One particular takeaway from this season keeps bugging Anthony so he decided to bug Jovan about it. It seems as if Luka and JJ's ideologies somewhat clash when it comes to the center position. If that comes to a head, the guys discuss the likely outcome. Get ready to learn traditional centers, JJ.

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FULL: Bing Bong AGAIN; JJ Redick, Luka Doncic compromises; Dr. Strange?

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Knicks did it again. Or, the Celtics did it again? Either way, BING BONG AGAIN. The guys revel in that Celtics loss, discuss their dogmatic commitment to the three and debate the ethics of hack-a-whoever. From there, they segue back to the Lakers to discuss JJ Redick's own ideologies and how they might be at odds with Luka Doncic's preferred approach and pick back up on Anthony's discussion about the Lakers' issues with small ball.

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PART ONE: BING. BONG. (also are the Celtics shooting too many threes)

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj celebrate the Knicks breathing some life back into them with these comebacks over the Celtics, who simply will not stop shooting threes. The guys also debate hack-a-whoever.

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PART TWO: Raj and Anthony debate Lakers small ball with Luka

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony raised questions yesterday about the Lakers going small with Luka Doncic. Raj quelled some of those concerns but Anthony keeps coming back to the footspeed issue with those lineups. So again, can the Lakers play small ball in the playoffs with Luka Doncic?

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PART THREE: How should the Lakers handle the Luka-LeBron conundrum?

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj have a debate over how things probably should be vs. how things actually are.

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LOWDOWN: A quick chat about Rob Pelinka not winning EOY

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

A lot can be true here at the same time.

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FULL: Are we watching the next evolution of basketball, away from small ball?

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Full disclosure, this was recorded before Timberwolves pissed all down their legs in game one. Still, Anthony has watched enough playoff basketball at this point to wonder whether small ball is a sustainable model to the extent some teams want to use it. He then directs his attention to the Lakers to wonder whether they'll be able to use it at all with Luka Doncic.

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PART ONE: Are we watching the end of small ball in the postseason?

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The NBA regular season and playoffs feel like two different sports. As a result, teams that rely heavily on going small during the regular season have had to adjust against bigger team in the postseason. Is this the next step of evolution in the NBA?

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PART TWO: Can you run small ball with Luka Doncic on the court?

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick likes going small. He's borderline dogmatic about spacing. Anthony isn't sure about playing small with Luka Doncic, so it feels like something is going to have to give here.

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LOWDOWN: Our Knicks! NARRATED - Internal, external improvements Lakers NEED to make

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Knicks picked up a huge win and the Thunder overthought themselves into an 0-1 hole of their own. Fun night of hoops. Anthony enjoys that, then narrates his latest, on macro aspects of this offseason the Lakers will need to figure out.

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FULL: BING BONG; Biggest Lakers offseason questions

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony explains why that Knicks win was particularly fun for this show's community. From there, he asks a few questions and explains why the answers to them are going to decide what kind of offseason the Lakers will have. He wraps with questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Tatum choked; LeBron James' contract decisions

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Ah, it sure is fun to watch the Celtics lose. Anthony enjoys that, then jumps into the situation the Lakers are heading into with LeBron's player option and potential next contract.

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PART TWO: The Austin Reaves conundrum... continued

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Austin Reaves can sign an extension this summer. Anticipation remains that he'll turn it down to hit unrestricted free agency a year from now. Anthony explains what that means for a Lakers team that is strapped for tradeable assets. From there, he talks about the steps forward JJ Redick needs to take and answers a couple questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Narrated - What does that ugly series mean for Austin Reaves?

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Before the series ended, Anthony wrote about Austin Reaves' future with the Lakers and how it might be impacted by how this series has played out and the Lakers' reliance on Luka Ball. The rest of the series didn't go well for Reaves either, so it's worth revisiting this.

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FULL: MAILBAG - Who might be Luka Doncic's next co-star?

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony shares a couple fun updates on the show that we're sure you'll love. Then, he dives into the mailbags, where listeners wanted to know about which star the Lakers will look to pair with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves' future with the team, JJ Redick's performance and more.

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PART ONE: Some exciting show news!

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony starts the episode by sharing some exciting news about The Lounge' partnerships with Buha's Block and Laker Film Room. Then, he dives into the mailbag, which takes the conversation to Giannis' future in Milwaukee.

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PART TWO: The Lakers need more than one playable center

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

It's become painfully clear in watching these playoffs that the Lakers will need to add more than one legit center this summer. Do they have the assets to do so?

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FULL: Harrison, Raj and Anthony's autopsy of this season; Way-too-early offseason preview

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers season may be over but a fascinating offseason is just getting started. Anthony welcomes Harrison AND Raj into The Lounge to talk about what went wrong, how blame should be doled out and looks ahead to the latest most important Lakers offseason ever.

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PART ONE: The Lakers need to aim higher next regular season

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Enough of this, "well, we'll play this thing out and see where we land" stuff. Anthony wants the Lakers to actually hold themselves to higher expectations going into next season.

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PART TWO: Who wants to win on success' terms?

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers have some rather loud voices in the room. If they're going to succeed at the level we're expecting, people are going to have to set aside the terms upon which the team wins.

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PART THREE: Can JJ Redick set aside his main character syndrome?

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are going to have to approach this offseason with a couple things in mind. If all the puzzle pieces are going to fit together, JJ Redick might have to set his ego aside and coach the team he has, rather than continue to hope for the team he wants.

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FULL: Let's get through this together

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:24:00 -0000

The Lakers season is over and Anthony didn't want to go through this alone, so he tried something new on the fly and wow did it turn out great. This was a really fun conversation that hit on everything you'd hope.

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PART ONE: Well, it's over

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:17:00 -0000

As crazy as it is to think, the Lakers season is over and wow are there a ton of questions that need asking. Rather than yell into the mic, Anthony opened up the conversation to fans to let them sound off, too.

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PART TWO: Should the Lakers consider trading Austin Reaves?

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:12:00 -0000

Anthony continues to welcome callers onto the show and one wanted to know what he thinks the Lakers should do with Austin Reaves.

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PART THREE: The most important lesson JJ Redick has to take from this

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Anthony continues to roll through super comments before calling it a night. Viewers wanted to talk about JJ Redick and Anthony had one major macro-level note for the rookie head coach.

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LOWDOWN: Game five preview; How Rob Pelinka helped put the Lakers in this spot

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Well, it all comes down to tonight. Anthony explains what the Lakers will need to do and shares his exasperation over it being what they've needed to do (and have been able to do) to extend the series. Then, he narrates his latest column on how Rob Pelinka giving up on LeBron and AD is how they arrived here -- just not necessarily in the way you think.

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FULL: JJ Redick on game four; Game five as a game seven; Mailbag

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony offers his thoughts to some of the quotes coming from Lakers practice. Most notably, he wasn't impressed by JJ Redick addressing his decision to make no subs in the second half of game four. He also reacts to Maxi Kleber's injury update then dives into a great set of questions in this week's mailbag.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick didn't exactly cop to game four mistakes; He was never going to

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

JJ Redick was asked about his coaching with a little time to think about it and... didn't exactly back down to the criticism he's received. Anthony gives his thoughts on that, then previews tonight's elimination game.

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PART TWO: The Austin Reaves conundrum...

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

A listener wanted to know if, had a couple things swung in the Lakers' favor and they won, Anthony would feel differently about JJ Redick's approach to the second half. He explains why he wouldn't have been, then answers some other great questions about Austin Reaves, who has been a hot topic this series.

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FULL: Anthony and Raj basically just vent for a while; Oh and gorillas

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

This is one of those instances where the guys turn on the mics and basically just vent. The end result is a lengthy conversation about gorillas, Luka Ball, JJ Redick as a coach, Rob Pelinka's shortcomings and almost literally everything in-between.

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PART ONE: 100 guys vs. 1 gorilla, who wins

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The guys meander through some topics Anthony would rather cover instead of having to face the reality of the Lakers facing elimination as soon as Wednesday night.

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PART TWO: Lakers' lack of creativity might end Anthony

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers and Wolves have played four games and the Lakers' offense (especially late) has taken a trip back to the stone age. The guys talk about why this is the case and whether the Lakers can do anything about it -- or if they'll just lose this series the same way four times.

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PART THREE: JJ losing Jaxson; Luka in transition; now what

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After spending an hour talking about how the Lakers arrived here, Anthony and Raj then spend another half hour answering questions from a live audience that is also wondering how the hell the Lakers arrived here.

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LOWDOWN: Well the Lakers are a loss away from disaster

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

The Lakers are a couple plays here and there from being up 3-1 heading back to L.A. Instead, the Timberwolves made those plays and have now pushed the Lakers to the brink of elimination. Anthony breaks down a truly horrendous performance from JJ Redick and what it cost the Lakers.

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FULL: Yet another excruciating loss; JJ shows his inexperience

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony went live right after the game and tried to break it down but it was all so raw that he just ranted for a while. JJ Redick blew this one. Rob Pelinka played a role because of the roster he's put together over the years. Luka Ball is maddening. Ant is really bleeping good. Anyway, enjoy -- or try to.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick just cost the Lakers a playoff game

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

There's no way around it. JJ Redick didn't make a single sub in the second half and the Lakers ran out of gas. Now they're down 3-1 heading back to L.A. and he'll have to find a way to earn back the trust and belief of his locker room.

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PART TWO: Rob Pelinka owns some of this series too

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick told us all he doesn't trust this roster. Well, the person who put this roster together obviously deserves blame if this series continues on the way it's gone to this point. Anthony explains, especially as it pertains to the center position.

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FULL: One of the more frustrating losses of Anthony's fan lifetime

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony starts the show with optimism. We swear. He said he was gonna do it and almost ranted himself out of the plan, but he did it. From there, well, yeah, things didn't stay so optimistic. Rui, Dorian, Gabe, Vando and Hayes probably won't want to listen to this one.

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PART ONE: Reasons for optimism... mostly

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony made the editorial decision live on the spot to start with optimism and it may have induced a migraine. Funny thing is: As frustrating as that loss was, there actually is reason to still believe in this team.

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PART TWO: Lakers role players probably won't want to listen to this

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After starting the show with optimism, Anthony turned his attention to why the Lakers are currently sitting down 2-1: The role players have mostly underperformed. If they don't pick it up, this is going to be a short trip to the postseason.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers-Wolves game three preview

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Let's f***ing win this thing.

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FULL: Matt Moore on Lakers chances vs. Wolves and moving forward (he likes them)

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomed Matt Moore (The Action Network, Everyone's Favorite Podcast Guest) to preview game three and discuss the series to this point. The guys talk about what the Lakers did well in game two and what adjustments Minny might have tonight. They talk about the Lakers' chances from here on out and the west playoffs as a whole.

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PART ONE: How can the Lakers win game three?

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Matt talk about the Lakers' tactical adjustments from game one to two and what Minnesota can now do to adjust in game three.

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PART TWO: Everyone is still missing the point on Rudy Gobert

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Matt discuss Rudy Gobert, who the internet is arguing about again. From there, they zoom out to the rest of the postseason to discuss their picks to come out of the west now that the series are underway.

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LOWDOWN: JJ Redick needs to find ways to get more from Jaxson Hayes, Jarred Vanderbilt

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony wrote about Hayes and Vando for ClutchPoints and narrates the piece for today's Lowdown.

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FULL: Raj and Anthony on the adjustments the Lakers made beyond "play harder"

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj have now rewatched the game at least once each and had some notes on what the Lakers did beyond, you know, trying harder and staying more disciplined. They offered those up, celebrated LeBron's defense, discussed Austin's struggles from deep and hit on everything in between and beyond.

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PART ONE: Did the Lakers just "grit grittier?" (they didn't)

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj, armed with a couple rewatches between them, analyze what they saw from the Lakers both strategically and in terms of give a bleep (technical term).

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PART TWO: The semi-definitive Austin Reaves conversation

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony tweeted something that pissed off Lakers fans. He thought Austin Reaves has been bothered by the Wolves physicality and athleticism. So, the guys discuss whether Anthony made a salient point, or whether he's just a hater.

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LOWDOWN: Phew, we can breathe (for now)

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps last night's game and explains what the Wolves are doing to help Mike Conley continue to play in the series.

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FULL: Lakers even the series through defense, physicality

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The Lakers met the Wolves' tenacity and evened the series. Anthony explains how, highlights some specific individual performances and wraps up with some of your questions and comments about the game.

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PART ONE: Lakers answer back... AND TOTALLY REDEEM THEMSELVES

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony reminds you to enjoy this, as painful as the playoffs might be, then dives into the game. Hey, rock fights can be fun too!

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PART TWO: Austin said bleep it and may have turned a corner

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Austin finally started just attacking weaker defenders and finally started looking like himself. Anthony discusses that, then wraps up with some questions, which led to a rant about the ways Jarred Vanderbilt and Jordan Goodwin are being utilized.

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LOWDOWN: JJ Redick, LeBron James need to join this series

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony was in the middle of writing about what the Lakers need to do to get back into this series and the Lakers decided that was the exact moment to drop some of the dumbest quotes you'll hear. So, he broke some of them down in his latest piece and narrated it for this audience.

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FULL: What have Raj's seven rewatches taught him about Lakers-Wolves?

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj have both rewatched game one in their own ways and have some thoughts not just about the matchup, but also some of the Lakers' own thoughts about how to adjust from game two. They break that down, highlight key players who need to step up and then wrap with questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Do the Lakers just need to grit grittier?

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to some wild quotes from the Lakers after practice Monday and take hard looks at what the Lakers actually need to do to get bak into this series.

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PART TWO: The Lakers kept attacking the wrong Wolves

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss the offense, which kept attacking one of the strength of Minnesota's defense. They also marvel at Jarred Vanderbilt's complete lack of offensive skill, especially on layups.

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FULL: Notes from a re-watch; Mailbag

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony re-watched the game Sunday and had some notes. The Lakers are going to need more from LeBron, Austin, Rui and JJ. He explains what they'll need from each person and how some of the issues are linked. From there, he dives into the various mailbags to interact with a fan base that isn't exactly optimistic right now.

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PART ONE: The re-watch was not kind to LeBron, Austin, Rui or JJ

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony risked a re-watch during Easter (Jen was not thrilled) and found that JJ, Rui, Reaves and LeBron really need to bring more to the table in this series. He discusses what needs to change.

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PART TWO: Mailbag; Would Mark Williams have even helped?

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

JJ Redick doesn't seem all that interested in playing centers. A listener asked whether Mark Williams would've helped had the trade not been rescinded but, so long as JJ Redick doesn't trust traditional centers, it probably wouldn't have mattered. Anthony discusses that, as well as other topics listeners wanted covered.

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Wolves massacre Lakers

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 04:24:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down that disappointing game one performance. The Lakers need to be better. A lot better.

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FULL: Jon Krawczynski on Wolves side of Lakers-Wolves series

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony didn't want to go a full week without talking to someone from the Wolves' side of things about this series and brought in quite literally the best person he could have for this episode. Jon Krawczynski covers the Mavs about as well as anyone covers any team and this led to a great conversation.

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FULL: Jovan Buha on Luka's return to Dallas; Lakers-Wolves; Championship hopes?

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Our favorite beat reporter stopped by and boy was this a fun one. Anthony and Jovan Buha (The Athletic) looked back on their experiences at Luka Doncic's return to Dallas, then turn their attention to Lakers-Wolves. They talk about the keys to the series, Rui Hachimura as the X Factor, their predictions and their expectations for the Lakers this postseason.

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PART ONE: Jovan, Anthony on Luka's return to Dallas; Lakers-Wolves X Factor

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Jovan look back on the wild experience that was Luka Doncic's return to Dallas. Then, they discuss this upcoming series and which player in particular needs to perform if the Lakers are going to take care of business.

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PART TWO: Jovan agrees... The Lakers can win a championship this season

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

What a time to be alive. Anthony and Jovan both believe in the Lakers as viable championship contenders.

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FULL: Pete's back and he and Anthony got a little reckless

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Pete back into The Lounge and the guys not only feel good about this series but, if the Lakers stay healthy, they are starting to feel a certain way about what they can accomplish these playoffs. They talk about this matchup, identities, defending Anthony Edwards and Galaxy Quest.

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PART ONE: How will the Lakers guard Anthony Edwards?

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

If the Lakers can minimize Anthony Edwards' offensive impact AT ALL, this is a short series. Anthony and Pete discuss how the Lakers will go about trying to do this and how successful they think they'll be.

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PART TWO: The Lakers can absolutely win a championship this year

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After discussing the Lakers-Wolves matchup, Anthony and Pete bring the conversation back around to them daring to dream with this team. LeBron James is their second-best player. Their chances at a ring this season might

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LOWDOWN: Playoff roster finalized; Lakers-Wolves schedule released; Dubs beat Grizz

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony explains the decision to not convert either Christian Koloko or Trey Jemison, then dives into the Lakers' schedule against Minnesota and the advantages it might give them. Around the league last night, the Warriors beat the Grizzlies and will face the Rockets in the first round. Anthony just can't envision a world in which the Lakers and Warriors don't play in the second round.

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FULL: Lakers finalize playoff roster; No Koloko, Jemison; Mailbag!

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony explains the Lakers' decision to not include Christian Koloko or Trey Jemison on their playoff roster after all, then dives into the mailbag for some really fun questions including... if the Lakers win a championship, should Nico Harrison get a ring?

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PART ONE: Why the Lakers opted not to convert Christian Koloko, Trey Jemison

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

The Lakers finalized their playoff roster and decided not to convert one of their two-way centers. Anthony explains the decision, then dives into some great questions in this week's mailbag.

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PART TWO: THE most important thing Lakers offense needs to do

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

If the Lakers are going to win this series, they're going to have to run Minnesota's two-big lineups off the floor. Anthony explains how they can do that and the stakes associated with them doing so.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers-Wolves series preview (narrated)

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony Edwards, Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves. Anthony broke down the series in even greater detail for ClutchPoints and, if you don't like reading, narrated the piece for you here.

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FULL: Anthony and Raj nerd out about Lakers-Wolves

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

This really is an incredibly interesting matchup between the Lakers and Wolves on both macro and micro levels. So, because it's what these guys do, Anthony and Raj dig into the series as thoroughly as they can without recording a three-hour pod.

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PART ONE: Lakers' "death lineup" will dictate how this series goes

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

If the Wolves have an answer for the Lakers' death lineup, then, yeah, this is a long series. If not, this thing will end quickly. The guys explain what it all might mean.

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PART TWO: Can the Austin breakout season carry into this series?

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj talk about quite possibly the key swing-player in this series: Austin Reaves. If he goes off consistently and the Lakers get typical playoff performances from LeBron James and Luka Doncic, this series could be wrapped up pretty quickly.

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LOWDOWN: Everything you need to know about Lakers-Wolves (in bitesize form)

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:04:00 -0000

Anthony offers up three concerns he has heading into the series against Minnesota and why in each case the Lakers have ways of either offsetting the advantage or countering it altogether. He also talks about the path forward through the west, which is actually fairly doable.

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FULL: Lakers-Wolves series preview; Regular season review; Playoff expectations

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Harrison into The Lounge as Harrison is about to be pod silent for a couple weeks. The guys talk the Lakers' upcoming series with the Timberwolves and why they're pretty optimistic heading in. From there, they look back on the regular season and all the Lakers have accomplished, then use that context to marvel at their lofty expectations heading into the postseason.

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PART ONE: Lakers in five

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

The guys have some fun with those Jerami Grant rumors from last summer and how poorly they aged. Then, they quickly recap a "basketball game" between the "Lakers" and "Blazers." Harrison then gives his series prediction and, yeah, he's optimistic.

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PART TWO: A look back on the wild regular season; more Lakers-Wolves stuff

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

The Lakers laid the foundation for a real culture moving forward. They'll be looking to build on that foundation in real ways this postseason, starting with a matchup against the Wolves that leans in their favor. Anthony and Harrison are both feeling good about this one.

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PART THREE: Listing the best players in Lakers-Wolves

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison do the very podcast-y thing where they combine the rosters of the Lakers and Wolves to power ranking the rotations. The Lakers do pretty well here. The guys also set expectations for these playoffs, and they're higher than you're probably thinking.

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Lakers handle resting Rockets, secure third seed

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 06:07:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the game as best he can given who didn't participate in it on the Rockets side, but, all that matters is the Lakers winning said game and earning that third seed in the postseason. Anthony spends some time looking back on the season that was as the Lakers get ready to (hopefully) rest up in game 82.

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LOWDOWN: West standings are still a mess; Anthony's column from Dallas

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:04:00 -0000

Not much changed in the west last night but get ready for a busy Friday night. Anthony wrote about his trip to Dallas, where he observed a city that has loss all trust in its basketball team, so he narrates that.

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FULL: Sabreena AND Raj? In the same episode???

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:03:00 -0000

Anthony found himself in a crunch and, as they tend to do, Sabreena and Raj stepped up. First, Anthony talks to Sabreena about the more human elements of Luka's return to Dallas, the west playoffs and, of course, women's basketball. Their draft schedule has broken Anthony's brain. Then, after Anthony answered a couple listener questions, Raj stops by to talk about the basketball part of that Lakers-Mavericks game, the west playoffs, and his fresh new haircut.

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PART ONE: Luka's return to Dallas showcased the very human element of sports

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:02:00 -0000

Anthony was blown away by the experience of watching Luka Doncic play in Dallas for the first time. So was Sabreena. They talk about what they saw, how ESPN covered it and whether Dallas can ever recover from this betrayal.

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PART TWO: Sabreena on the WNBA draft, the Women's Tournament, the Sparks and Juju Watkins

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0000

Anthony couldn't let Sabreena go without talking to her about women's basketball, and boy was there a ton to talk about.

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PART THREE: Raj on who he fears (or doesn't) in the playoffs

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

To wrap up Raj's portion of the show, Anthony asks him a question he can't help but ask anyone he talks to about the Lakers: Which team would he least like to see in a series, and which team would he most like to see?

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Luka shines in Dallas return

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:24:00 -0000

Anthony was in the building for Luka's return to Dallas and was absolutely blown away by what he witnessed. Unfortunately, his laptop and the hotel internet were less impressed.

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FULL: Lakers suffers from a brutal #refshow

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison try to break down the game but the only thing they can get themselves to focus on is that brutal night from referee J.T. Orr, who ejected Luka Doncic for a back-and-forth with a fan. They discuss that, their thoughts on OKC now having seen them a couple times in a few days, and the Nuggets imploding to an insane extent.

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PART ONE: Good lord what a terrible call

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

This was a spectacular game and was shaping up to be one of the absolutely best of the year but nope, J.T. Orr decided it was his time to shine and had one of the most baffling sequences (and overall games) any ref has had this year.

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PART TWO: Luka Doncic reacts to being thrown out of that game

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Luka Doncic was asked about the ejection he received tonight after the game. Here's what he had to say (and the guys' continued ranting and raving about the call).

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PART THREE: The Thunder are insurance frauds

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Screw Mark Daigwhatever and his dumb over-zipped collars.

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FULL: Lakers seem likely to punt; Dallas preview; Mailbag

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Based on the Lakers' injury report, it seems like they're going to keep their powder dry against OKC Tuesday night. Anthony explains why. He quickly previews the complications that come with a game like the one the Lakers will be playing Wednesday night in Dallas, then dives into the mailbags to round things out.

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PART ONE: Why punting makes sense on a few levels

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

First and foremost, get healthy. But also, as Anthony explains, the Lakers may want to make sure OKC remains uncomfortable with this matchup just in case the teams meet again.

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PART TWO: Anthony nerds out about the LeBron-Luka PNR

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony was asked about the Luka-LeBron pick-and-roll and he went full basketball nerd. He also explained the situation with Trey Jemison and Christian Koloko in the final week of the season.

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LOWDOWN: Sunday went just about perfectly

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps that great win, then takes you on a tour around the NBA, where the Lakers got every result they needed.

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FULL: Best. Win. Of. The. Season

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Holy crap what a win. The Lakers absolutely demolished the Thunder in OKC behind impressive performances from Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James in completely different ways. Anthony really loved this dub.

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PART ONE: Lakers-Thunder recap... Holy s***

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

That win brought new life to Anthony. Everything about it was magical. Wow.

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PART TWO: The Lakers held SGA to ZERO free-throws

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

We're not even kidding, that's one of the most impressive accomplishments from any defense this season, periodt.

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FULL: Steph, LeBron, Austin put on a show; Luka.... (lakers lost)

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down a super frustrating loss that felt altogether winnable. Steph, LeBron and Austin were incredible. The Warriors' "other" guys showed up. Luka and the Lakers' other guys... not so much. Even JJ had a bad game. The end result was a win that, even given all that, felt like the Lakers could've stolen.

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PART ONE: Blame pie! Luka, JJ, other guys... come on down!

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony has a lot to say about Luka, the way he was used on both ends, JJ's coaching and the role players who no-showed en route to this loss.

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PART TWO: It's not time to worry about Luka, but...

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Listeners are starting to get a little anxious about Luka Doncic and this game didn't help very much. Based on their questions and given the time of year we're in, he's going to have to turn things around with the quickness.

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LOWDOWN: The Lakers are currently the three-seed

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

The Nuggets paid double for that loss to Minnesota, as they sat everyone and lost to the tanking Spurs. This means the Lakers are actually one game ahead of them in the loss column with, hopefully, a tie-breaker. In order to get said tie-breaker, the Lakers NEED to win tonight. We got all that and a Maxi Kleber "update."

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FULL: How high is the Lakers' offensive ceiling? How about the defense?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Raj stops by to talk... the iPhone button? Well, after that, the guys discuss the Lakers offense now that Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves have been involved in sets together. From there, they wonder whether the defense can be sustained through a (hopefully lengthy) playoff run.

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PART ONE: Did you know the Apple logo on the iPhone is a button?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

No, really. The guys discuss that, then the Lakers offense with LeBron, Luka and Austin learning to play together.

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PART TWO: Will the defense hold up long enough to win multiple series?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is that guy who complains in his community Facebook group about how people drive through the neighborhood. Also, the guys share their concerns about the defense holding up through the trials of a playoff series, or, a few of them, ideally.

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LOWDOWN: Thank you, Russell Westbrook

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 03:25:00 -0000

(you're going to like this one)

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FULL: Top-five toughest playoff matchups; Harrison and Anthony with an analytics department

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

First, Anthony and Harrison break down the teams they'd most like to avoid in the playoffs if possible, complete with honorable mentions and the team they'd most like to face. Then, because of the JJ Redick-relative health story from last week, they figure out what they would misuse an analytics department on.

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PART ONE: Who are you most nervous to face in a series?

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison rank the teams they're least interested in seeing in a postseason series and explain why. They also try to figure out how they feel about OKC.

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PART TWO: Byron Scott tortured Mark Madsen over analytics

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony thought he remembered a story that Harrison didn't think he had quite right. This is one of those magical occasions where the actual story is so much better than the one we thought we remembered.

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PART THREE: NBA logos are out of control

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison, if equipped with an analytics department, would research... logo sizes on NBA courts. Yup. That's where their heads are at.

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LOWDOWN: Take a bow, Gabe and Doe

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony loved the Lakers taking what the Rockets were giving them and sending them on their way with an L.

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FULL: Gabe Vincent, Dorian Finney-Smith help Lakers pick up HUGE win over Rockets

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony loved that game quite a bit. He explains why, while celebrating the performances DFS and Gabe put on, thanks to the discipline shown by Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James.

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PART ONE: Lakers "other" guys beat Rockets, who REALLY wanted that one

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony recaps that huge win over a Rockets team that approached last night like a playoff game. What a fun W.

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PART TWO: Lisan al Gabe!

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Gabe Vincent obviously deserves a ton of credit for turning his season around, but Anthony also explains the work a team does to help get their key shooters going.

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LOWDOWN: Was it ever time to panic about the Lakers?

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:04:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun weekend, then narrates his latest piece for ClutchPoints, in which he says it wasn't time to panic when the Lakers were slumping, but that those trends definitely needed to end.

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FULL: Lakers top Grizz; JJ confirms Lakers Twitter theory; Anthony pisses off Twitter

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Oh, you know, just a typical weekend paying very close attention to this team. The Lakers picked up a huge win. Before the game, JJ Redick confirmed what we've thought all along about player health against the Lakers. Sunday, Anthony made NBA Twitter angry asking that Rob Pelinka get some credit for building this roster. This led to a rant about NBA awards. He wrapped up by answering questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Lakers picked up a HUGE win over the weekend

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun win in Memphis, JJ Redick confirming something we've known all along and Luka, LeBron and Austin's response to Redick's meeting.

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PART TWO: Anthony is not at all interested in crediting Magic Johnson as a PBO

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

A listener tried to claim Magic Johnson was actually the one responsible for the bubble title team and Anthony told a couple of stories to end that noise right there and then.

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PART THREE: Rob Pelinka, EOY? Plus, mailbag!

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains why NBA awards are dumb and, even worse, inconsistent. Then, he answers questions from listeners who are curious about the upcoming offseason.

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FULL: What the f***

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

What the f***.

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PART ONE: What the f***

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

What the f*** (pt 1)

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PART TWO: What the F***

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

What the f***. (pt 2)

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LOWDOWN: LeBron tips in win over Pacers; Luka talks chemistry process

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony quickly recaps a thrilling win in Indy over a team that has played well against top competition this year but was also on a winning streak coming into this game. He discusses LeBron's impact v production. He also plays a clip of Luka talking about the process of learning how to play with LeBron and Austin Reaves.

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FULL: Lakers sneak out of Indy with a tip-in W

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

LeBron was extremely quiet most of the night, but scored the game's most important points. This one was fascinating.

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PART ONE: That's more like it...

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a game that the Lakers definitely needed to get momentum going in the right direction.

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PART TWO: The Lakers won that game through margin for error

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains all the work the Lakers did throughout that game to overcome their own mistakes late.

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FULL: Power ranking Lakers issues (beyond, you know, senioritis)

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony isn't actually all that concerned long-term about the Lakers (so long as they get healthy). But, as our job is to explain why things are the way they are or might be, Anthony offers up a power ranking of issues he's actually nervous about. Then, as part of an experiment, he turns the show on its head and the live audience gets to decide what he talks about.

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PART ONE: The offense is too boring

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

There's no way around it at this point. The offense is still predicated solely on LeBron, Luka and Austin being good at basketball, which, fine, yes they are. But they also could use some tactical help. At some point, the coaching staff is going to have to get those guys to run something. Together. Anthony talks about that, the defense and transition opportunities.

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PART TWO: What type of player do the Lakers need to add this summer?

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

The Lakers are going to have a ton to do this summer. A live viewer wanted to know what Anthony would make his top priority and the kind of player who would make the most sense. Ironically, the guy they really need is the guy(s) they traded for Luka Doncic.

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PART THREE: Are the Lakers saving their sets for the playoffs?

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

A listener was iffy about asking the question but, since it's on so many people's minds, it's actually a good one. The Lakers haven't been running enough organized offense with LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves on the court together. Is one explanation that they're just holding off so those sets can't be scouted?

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LOWDOWN: Lakers lose to Magic; Will the offense ever overwhelm?

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony discusses some of the specifics from another annoying loss. Mostly, though, this game should serve as a reminder to not take other dumb losses because there are always games right around the corner here the other team just shoots you out of the gym. Also, Anthony is starting to get a liiiiiiittle nervous about the offense.

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FULL: Fare thee well, honeymoon phase

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony strings along an analogy in ways you've never seen before. The Lakers are nearing that point in their new relationship where stuff starts getting real. It's going to be interesting to see where things go from here.

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PART ONE: Twitter did NOT like that loss

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

But are things actually as bad as the online community thinks? Let's dive in.

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PART TWO: The Lakers want to sim to end of season

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up his honeymoon period analogy and follows it up with... another analogy. The Lakers have senioritis.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers get LeBron and Rui back... kind of

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Yeah that loss to the Bulls was annoying, but the outcome meant very little compared to the returns of LeBron James and Rui Hachimura (and what Rui said about his knee after the game).

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FULL: F*** around, find out (it's not that big a deal)

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the latest entry in the competition for most annoying loss of the season. Still, the biggest story was getting LeBron James and Rui Hachimura back, so Anthony discusses that, the defense and then answers your questions.

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PART ONE: Defensive regression?

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony breaks down that annoying loss Saturday and the defensive questions that came along with it. Are we witnessing the Lakers defense regressing to the mean? Or is this a one-off game?

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PART TWO: Just get healthy, Rui

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony answers questions from a fan base made nervous by Rui Hachimura's assessment of his knee.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron James, Rui Hachimura might return Saturday

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

The Lakers punted their game against Milwaukee so Anthony again shared his thoughts on the makeup of the NBA schedule. In good news, though, the Lakers might have their full rotation available Saturday against the Bulls. That would be really fun to watch.

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FULL: Raj makes his triumphant return!

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

The Lakers punted their game against the Bucks last night (if you really want to hear about the game check out the Lowdown) so instead, Anthony welcomes Raj to catch up on his new gig, laugh at the hilarious injury report, celebrate the Rui/LeBron news, enjoy the vibes and have a fun conversation about the Lakers as a retro team.

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PART ONE: Raj's question got the full Budenholzer face!

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj catch you up on Raj's new gig by making fun of Mike Budenholzer's face. From there, they discuss how great the vibes must be for the latest injury report to not bother them and react live to the news that Rui and LeBron are on the mend.

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PART TWO: The fun way the Lakers are actually a throwback team

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains how the Lakers, in their own weird way, are a throwback team. Fare thee well, analytics. We're eye testing this one.

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LOWDOWN: JJ Redick called out the Lakers, they've responded

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers' comfortable win over the Nuggets (and compared it to the Nuggets' barely beating the Lakers), then narrates his latest, on the Lakers' response to JJ Redick calling them out.

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FULL: So you do bleed...

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers' resounding victory over the Nuggets and the growing optimism he feels in that matchup. Luka Doncic was special early. Austin Reaves continued his stellar play. The Lakers couldn't miss from three. It sure is fun beating that team, under any circumstances.

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PART ONE: The Lakers handled their business

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers' win over the Nuggets and its ramifications for the standings. Luka Doncic was incredible. Austin did what he needed to, too. The Lakers hit all the threes. Most importantly, the Nuggets are clearly beatable.

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PART TWO: Austin is the __th third-best player in the league

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony plays a fun game with the live audience to figure out what tier of player Austin is, then explains why he no longer cares about matchups heading into the playoffs. Get healthy and rack up wins. That's all that matters from here on out.

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LOWDOWN: Injury updates ahead of Lakers-Nuggets

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest information on who might be available as the Lakers take on the Nuggets tonight. Denver is also anxiously waiting to see who might be available for them in this one, too, so Anthony offers up why they might be shorthanded. It's also standings watch season so Anthony offered up what was going on while he was recording the episode. (Spoiler: Golden State and the Clippers both won)

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FULL: Harrison on Austin's ceiling, the title window, how fun this team has been

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Harrison into The Lounge to talk about Austin Reaves. What tier of player is Reaves right now? What caliber of player can he eventually become? His contract situation is going to get a little tricky, too, so the guys talk about its impact on the Lakers' title window at least initially with Luka Doncic. They wander around a little bit from there but do wrap up the pod simply enjoying how fun this version of the team is.

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PART ONE: Grow the beard, buy the fat suit

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss Austin Reaves' place compared to the rest of the NBA. What tier of player is he? What is his ceiling? Harrison even breaks out a comparison that isn't as ridiculous as you'd think initially.

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PART TWO: Stop and smell the roses

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have been doing this (covering the Lakers) long enough to be able to enjoy how fun the current state of things are. They take a step back and smell the roses after laughing at the nonsense they've had to cover to get here.

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LOWDOWN: The Lakers actually have some margin for error

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony marvels at some of the circumstances surrounding this team and how different this situation would've played out before the Luka Doncic trade.

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FULL: A nice, comfortable win before a tough test

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: The Lakers didn't mess around too much and handled their business against a shorthanded Spurs team. It was a nice outcome for a team that has historically played with its food.

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PART ONE: Lakers beat Spurs; Austin looks like Austin

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Austin Reaves had been working his way back following that calf strain but he's been incredible of late.

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PART TWO: Please, Lakers, get and stay healthy

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers are slowly getting their rotation back. It couldn't possibly happen with much less time to figure everything out heading into the postseason.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers snap losing streak; Latest injury updates; JJ Redick's message lands

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers' win over Phoenix and what it means for the standings right now. He gives his thoughts on his favorite performances from over the weekend and then quickly discusses how cool the Lakers' response to JJ Redick calling them out has been.

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FULL: Jaxson Hayes returns; Luka still hates the Suns; Austin outshines KD, Booker

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony explains why he never thought the sky was falling, even after the Brooklyn loss. JJ Redick sent a message to his team after that game and they've responded really well. Anthony breaks down the win over Phoenix, Luka Doncic's performances, Austin Reaves looking more like himself and Jaxson Hayes' triumphant return. We also got an injury update that Anthony details and then he wraps the show with some questions and an update on Raj.

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PART ONE: Luka brought his blood feud with the Suns to L.A. and it's glorious

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony opens with an explanation on why he was never all that worried even after the Brooklyn loss. The last few games show why he seems to have been right. From there, he just dives into a nice, comfortable win to snap the four-game losing streak.

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PART TWO: Is Austin Reaves on the same level as Jamal Murray?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony dives into the questions from the live audience and absolutely loves one asked about Austin Reaves in comparison to Jamal Murray. There were other questions and they were all good but this one stopped him in his tracks.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers get blown out; should probably tank against Denver

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a blowout loss in Milwaukee, makes the case that the game in L.A. against the Bucks should look a little different, offers some silver linings from within the game and then makes the case for sitting everyone tonight in Denver.

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FULL: Lakers fall short of talent barrier again, get blown out

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recapped a blowout loss in Milwaukee that was pretty easy to see coming. He updates the situations on LeBron, Rui and Hayes, then wonders whether the Lakers will essentially close up show against Denver tonight.

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PART ONE: Luka and Austin get on track; no one else joins them

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony recaps the game (while it was still going), then dives into why he can't get all that angry right now.

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PART TWO: Latest on LeBron, Rui, Hayes

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony offers up the latest on LeBron, Rui and Hayes as they are now back in Los Angeles, then explains why he isn't as bothered by this current state of things compared to how he handled these situations the last couple years.

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FULL: Even Anthony is telling people to calm down about the Lakers

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj stop and take a temperature check given the state of things and you know we're in weird times when Anthony is saying people need to calm down a bit. They talk about the injuries and daunting slate ahead of the Lakers, as well as Stephen A. Smith milking his moment with LeBron for all he can. They wrap the show with questions and comments from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Can the Lakers actually fight their way through all these injuries?

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers have sustained injuries to all their bigger players and it's made people start to lose their minds. Anthony first apologizes for getting so optimistic, then, with the help of Raj, explains why the sky isn't actually falling.

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PART TWO: Anthony should probably believe in the Thunder more

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Thunder profile as a tremendous postseason threat but for a few reasons, Anthony just can't get behind them. He and Raj talk about that, then Raj calls Jayson Tatum the Thunder of NBA stars and that launches its own rabbit hole.

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PART THREE: How has no one talked to Larry David and Stephen A. vs LeBron???

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Larry David was sitting right there for all of LeBron James confronting Stephen A. Smith and we haven't heard from him at all on the matter. Brutal missed opportunity there. The guys have some fun with that, then move on to live questions and comments.

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FULL: Eric Pincus on the Lakers' last roster decisions before the playoffs

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Eric Pincus (Bleacher Report/Sports Business Classroom) into The Lounge to break down the Lakers' options if they want to make a couple of their two-way players eligible for the playoffs. The guys also talk about commonly held misnomers about this new CBA and how the Lakers have been able to navigate that CBA so far.

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PART ONE: Who is most likely to be cut if the Lakers convert Goodwin, Jemison/Koloko?

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Eric Pincus walks you through the Lakers' options as they round out the roster in the final month leading up to the playoffs.

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PART TWO: Is the CBA actually as bad is Anthony thinks?

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Eric have a fascinating conversation about the CBA and some of the widely held beliefs that aren't necessarily based in fact.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers too small, inefficient in loss to Nets; Where's Koloko?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: It was a rough night for the Lakers and, while JJ Redick was rightly frustrated with how they played, this one felt like a loss based on who wasn't available and the choices of players who played, too. Anthony offers up an explanation for why Christian Koloko didn't play, even if he disagrees with the logic behind it.

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FULL: Shortcuts

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony thought JJ Redick's comments about the Lakers' loss to the Nets were insightful, so he played them to open things up. Even granting Redick's premise, it felt like the Lakers were just too small in this game and the margins were too thin to overcome given the other problems the Lakers created for themselves.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick calls out Lakers; Were margins just too thin?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony found JJ Redick's postgame presser interesting so he plays it in its entirety. While Redick made fair points about shortcuts, the Lakers were also super short in this game by his choice. That should probably also be pointed out.

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PART TWO: The Lakers are going to have to learn to play through poor officiating

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony wraps up the show with comments from the live audience, which was wondering about the officiating. It was objectively bad, but the Lakers also let it get to them.

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LOWDOWN: Latest on LeBron, Rui's injuries; DFS also out; Lakers need to avoid trap game loss

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on all the Lakers' injuries (which is now far too long a list) and wonders whether the Lakers shifted their focus from the second seed to just getting everyone as healthy as they can before the playoffs.

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FULL: Lakers lose to Celtics; LeBron tweaks groin; Injury report is getting pretty long...

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Dr. Evans back into The Lounge to talk about the Lakers' lengthening injury reports, starting with LeBron James. Looks like he won't be back for a couple weeks at the soonest. They also talk about Rui Hachimura's knee and Luka Doncic's back. From there, Anthony quickly recaps the loss to the Celtics and some bad habits that caught up to the Lakers. He wraps with some questions from the various mailbags.

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PART ONE: Dr. Evans on LeBron, Rui, Luka injuries

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony welcomes Dr. Evans back into The Lounge to break down the latest reporting on LeBron's injury status, as well as Rui Hachimura's knee and Luka Doncic's back.

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PART TWO: Lakers need to get organized on offense; mailbag

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers need to use that loss in Boston as a learning opportunity. Anthony breaks that down, then answers questions from the audience. People are wondering when the Lakers will make their final tweaks to the roster.

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FULL: How the bleep did the Lakers just win that game?

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj take you through that game blow-by-blow and marvel at the floor Luka Doncic and LeBron James give the Lakers, to where, yes, they struggled for most of the game, but it doesn't matter because they're going to keep them close. They talk about the issues the Knicks gave them, then have discussions about Luka making Nico Harrison looks worse by the game, Draymond Green sound a whole lot like old media and finish with some live audience questions.

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PART ONE: This is quickly becoming one of our favorite teams in quite some time

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers won a game they had no business winning and yet, Anthony and Raj had a ton of confidence the longer the fourth went on and the Lakers were within striking distance. That's a pretty crazy thing to say about a team that is so clearly still ironing out some wrinkles.

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PART TWO: Luka and LeBron make the Lakers feel inevitable

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss what goes into the amount of confidence they had in the Lakers in this game even when things weren't going well and how the offense can still reach a borderline incomprehensible level.

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PART THREE: Draymond Green is all the worst parts of old media

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony has some thoughts on Draymond Green's "apology" to Karl-Anthony Towns for making up a story about him avoiding Jimmy Butler when, in reality, Towns missed that game because of a death in his inner circle of friends.

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LOWDOWN: Karl-Anthony Towns, Austin Reaves likely to play in Lakers-Knicks

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on Austin Reaves, Jordan Goodwin and Rui Hachimura, as well as Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks ahead of tonight's game. He then gives his thoughts on the matchup, something he'll be doing more of on Lowdowns from here on out. Games are going to get more important so we may as well treat them as such.

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FULL: Jovan Buha and Anthony are... optimistic?

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Jovan back into The Lounge to talk about the Lakers as legitimate championship contenders. Statistically, the Lakers have been more impressive on defense. What's incredible to think about is what they're capable of on offense. They talk about all this, what the last month as been like, the Lakers' injury situations and how the rest of the league feels about the Luka Doncic trade (spoiler: not great).

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PART ONE: Anthony makes a WILD prediction about the Lakers' title odds

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jovan get a kick out of the fact that they finally get to be optimistic on a sow together because the Lakers are just legit.

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PART TWO: LeBron and JJ have been really fun to watch this year

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Jovan discuss LeBron's approach since the Luka trade and how cool it's been to watch him become a super three-and-d wing. They also talk about what has been the key to JJ Redick's success this season.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers top Pelicans; Shake Milton's hilarious stat

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:04:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony recaps the Lakers' seventh-straight win, marvels at LeBron James and Luka Doncic, laughs at Shake Milton's incredible plus-minus and celebrates other role players who helped make that win happen.

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FULL: LeBron, Luka dominate Pelicans for seventh straight win

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj marvel at the amount of margin of error the Lakers now get to work with because of Luka Doncic and LeBron James. In this case, the Lakers beat the Pelicans handily without two starters. They recap the game, discuss Jeanie Buss' not-so-great comments about Anthony Davis and the trade and wrap with a few questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: Lakers handle business in what felt like a trap game

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap the Lakers' seventh-straight win but mostly giggling like idiots about what LeBron James and Luka Doncic can do together.

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PART TWO: Ah, margin for error, this is nice

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj enjoy the fact that Luka and LeBron offer such a high floor that the Lakers can basically take case of business almost no matter who is available. Then, they dive into a conversation about Jeanie Buss' unfortunate comments about Anthony Davis and the trade.

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PART THREE: Jeanie's comments about Anthony Davis miss the mark

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: The guys pick up the conversation about Jeanie Buss' comments and Anthony issues a warning. Don't take too long a victory lap right now, with so much work left to do. They wrap with a couple questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Why the Lakers actually can convert both Jemison and Goodwin

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony rolls through the Lakers' injury situations, then explains (with some help from Eric Pincus) how the Lakers actually can sign Jordan Goodwin and Trey Jemison.

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FULL: Latest on Luka, Reaves, Rui injuries; Mailbag

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony offers updates on Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura ahead of the Lakers' matchup Tuesday against the Pelicans. From there, he dives into the various mailbags to answer as many questions as he could. Listeners wanted to know about the ways teams might be able to defend the Lakers, what the Lakers' options are in terms of converting Jordan Goodwin and Trey Jemison and more.

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PART ONE: Can the Lakers keep both Jordan Goodwin and Trey Jemison?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony opens with an explainer on the Lakers' injuries, then dives into the mailbag, where listeners are wondering about the team's options with Trey Jemison and Jordan Goodwin.

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PART TWO: What would be the perfect playoff bracket for the Lakers?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony breaks down the optimal bracket to get the Lakers to the finals. It's starting to feel like the Lakers might have a date with the Celtics in June...

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LOWDOWN: Lakers sink Clippers (again), sit second in west

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony recaps the Lakers' latest win over the Clippers, discusses a couple individual performances, and marvels at the fact that the Lakers can still clearly get quite a bit better in short order.

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FULL: Lakers keep rolling; Luka loves it in L.A.; They're the second seed????

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony rides solo for this one with Raj covering the South Bay Lakers. For the second time in three days, the Lakers beat the Clippers and held them to 102 points. Anthony talks about the game, the defense and all of that stuff but spends some extra time on how happy Luka Doncic is starting to look when asked about being a Laker.

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PART ONE: Luka really seems to enjoy being a Lakers; Why that's important

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Before analyzing the game, Anthony offers up what he thinks is the biggest story coming out of this game. Luka Doncic appears to love being a Laker. Given everything riding on the rest of this season and this summer, that's a HUGE development. From there, he dives into the Lakers' latest big win.

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PART TWO: The Lakers have a real chance against any team in a series

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers picked up another great win, this time shorthanded against a Clippers team that REALLY wanted to win this one and it has Anthony feeling a certain way about their chances in the playoffs.

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Lakers beat Clippers, lose Austin Reaves

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:28:35 -0000

Anthon recaps the Lakers picking up a big win over the Clippers, even if it seems to have cost Austin Reaves.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers won ugly, perimeter size continues to pay dividends

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: The Lakers are clearly still figuring things out on offense and, in the meantime, are defending about as well as anyone can hope. Anthony discusses the process of winning ugly and watching LeBron James and Austin Reaves continue to carry things as Luka Doncic gets comfortable.

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FULL: Anthony is sick of Anthony (Edwards); Lakers beat Wolves; LeBron James, still good

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down that Lakers win over the Timberwolves. They talk about refereeing, Anthony Edwards' immaturity, and all kinds of stuff adjacent to the game, then dive into the parts of it that they enjoyed. Watching LeBron James, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic figure this out and win at the same time has been fun.

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PART ONE: Anthony Edwards needs to grow up (and other thoughts on refereeing)

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The guys dive into a fun conversation about Anthony Edwards' maturity level and how the Wolves need more from him. He also had some interesting comments about being the face of the league that Anthony thinks are disingenuous. The guys talk that, then discuss the Lakers' ugly win over Minnesota.

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PART TWO: LeBron James on Anthony Edwards not wanting to be the face of the league

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys pick back up on what they were talking about with Anthony Edwards not wanting to be the face of the league with the help of LeBron James, who had thoughts about it after the game.

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LOWDOWN: The Mavericks just won't shut up and really need to

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony had to get something off his chest about all these leaks about Luka Doncic after the fact that only make the Mavericks look small and petty on top of already being stupid enough to trade Luka Doncic.

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FULL: Adam Mares on Lakers-Nuggets, Luka swinging the matchup, stacked west

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes old friend Adam Mares back into The Lounge to talk about the Lakers-Nuggets rivalry now with Anthony Davis swapped out for Luka Doncic. The Lakers have never looked as confident during the LeBron James era against the Nuggets as they did last Saturday. Was that a one-off, or are people in Denver actually nervous about this matchup moving forward.

From there, they dip back into their old national show days to play an old game: "Whoa! or Whoa..."

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PART ONE: Was that result between Lakers-Nuggets a one-off, or a new norm?

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Adam discuss that game from last weekend in which the Lakers swarmed the Nuggets defensively and really threw them off their game. Was that the blueprint to change how those games have gone over the last few years, or was that a one-off result the Nuggets can adjust from?

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PART TWO: The return of... WHOA! or Whoa...

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After wrapping up the Lakers-Nuggets portion of the conversation, Anthony and Adam bring back a game they used to play on their old national show: Whoa! or Whoa...

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FULL: LeBron, Lakers help Luka Doncic get last laugh over Mavericks

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down an ugly win that highlighted some flaws, hammered home some strengths and featured all kinds of storylines as Luka Doncic took on his former team.

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PART ONE: Dallas sold out to not get beat by Luka; Lakers still have LeBron

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap a game that highlighted a little bit of everything for a Lakers team clearly still figuring it out.

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PART TWO: Austin Reaves is Manu Ginobili

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj give it up for Austin Reaves, who somehow has figured out how to fit in the offense as either a primary, secondary or tertiary weapon. Anthony makes an insane comp that actually makes a lot of sense if you hear out the take.

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PART THREE: How can the Lakers protect against tough shooting stretches from their other guys?

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj wrapped up the show by taking questions from the live audience, who was somewhat rightfully correct in their concern for what happens to the Lakers offense when their role players aren't knocking down shots.

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FULL: What swung in Lakers-Nuggets? Can it hold up against other teams?

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj relive that win from Saturday and start by talking about how much both teams seem to really care about these matchups. From there, they get into the basketball aspects of this matchup to figure out what swung it from an endless string of losses to the blowout win we saw Saturday. Then, they discuss whether that approach can work against other teams as well.

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PART ONE: It's actually great that the Lakers and Nuggets care

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Before getting into the x'o and o's of the matchup, Anthony and Raj discuss both teams clearly caring just a little more about the times they play each other. It's exactly the kind of thing the NBA needs more of.

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PART TWO: How many times has Raj rewatched that win?

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Raj has gone back and rewatched the win from Saturday at least 63 times and every new rewatch presents some cool new wrinkle to what the Lakers did to beat the Nuggets to the extent they did. The guys talk about how well that game plan and identity extends to the rest of the league given some of the matchups potentially waiting for them in the playoffs.

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PART THREE: Oh, poor Ben McLemore

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj continue their conversation about the at-time narrow definition of athleticism and how, as a result, Luka Doncic is a Laker despite everything he's accomplished to this point.

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FULL: First mailbag in FOREVER!

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony was finally able to devote an episode to the mailbags after the insanity that has been the last few weeks. The questions were great and he also gave a take that should be fairly popular.

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PART ONE: Yeah, JJ is a podcast coach, so what?

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains why JJ Redick being a former podcast has been such a stabilizing force in an organization that's really gone through it over the last couple years.

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PART TWO: Is the two-seed really a legit possibility this season?

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: A listener asked a great question about how confident Anthony would be if the Lakers landed the two seed and would potentially have to face a play-in team. Are there any that make him nervous?

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FULL: HOLY S***

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison marvel at the game the Lakers just played. They beat the crap out of the Nuggets. Luka Doncic looked like himself. LeBron James and Austin Reaves also dominated while they were out there. This offense is otherworldly and the defense just keeps performing. Even JJ Redick rose to the occasion. What a game. Holy s***.

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PART ONE: The Lakers just beat the crap out of the Nuggets

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison just sit back and enjoy what they just got to watch.

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PART TWO: So like... what comes next?

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys continue to break down the game and marvel at what the Lakers are capable offensively, then dive into the live comments.

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FULL: LeBron, Austin lift the Lakers to a HUGE win

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down and legit big win, all things considered. LeBron was great. Austin was great. Rui was there.

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PART ONE: How is LeBron still doing this and can Luke learn his ways?

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj marvel at the game LeBron just had and hope that Luka is taking notes on what it takes to remain this good for this long.

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PART TWO: At what point is this just who the Lakers are defensively?

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss a defense that, for almost a quarter of a season, has been the best statistically in the league. Is it for real and, if not, where does the regression take them?

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PART THREE: Remember what Anthony said about Rui?

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: The guys discuss Rui Hachimura's tough night offensively, then wrap up the show with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Worst loss of the year (so far)

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down what will likely wind up being the worst loss of the season. There was no excuse to lose this one. The guys talk about the lack of chemistry between LeBron James and Luka Doncic, the concerning lack of improvement in that regard even after the break, Rui Hachimura's expectations in all this and more.

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PART ONE: It's hard not to overreact to that one

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj discuss this loss and the place Anthony starts is with coaching, where he's wondering if JJ Redick is ready for everything that comes with coaching Luka Doncic and LeBron James on the same team.

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PART TWO: How much do you trust Rui Hachimura?

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys discuss Rui Hachimura and how important the remainder of the season is for him giving everything going on heading into this summer.

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PART THREE: So... how long are we giving Luka to get into shape?

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony asks Raj the question... at what point do we start to worry about the way Luka Doncic is moving out there? He also tells the story of when he realized his conditioning could go one of two directions. The guys wrap up the pod with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: How the new CBA will end up helping the Lakers (with Harrison)

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony caught wind of a Ja Morant rumor that made him think about this new CBA in a new light given what he thinks will be the new market inefficiency. If he's right, this would be a huge help for the Lakers. He and Harrison discuss that, their expectations for the second "half" of the season and what they'd do if a grizzly bear chased them through the woods.

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PART ONE: Ja Morant, the new CBA, and owners stumbling into socialism

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Ja Morant's name came up in trade rumors recently and Anthony connected the dots between that and where the CBA is taking contract negotiations even with the NBA's stars.

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PART TWO: Anthony's tinfoil Mark Williams trade theory

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony unveils a fun theory on the Lakers trade for Mark Williams potentially without the intent to keep him, then he and Harrison discuss their expectations for the second "half" of the season.

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FULL: Worst. All-Star Weekend. Ever.

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony hated everything about this All-Star Weekend and hopes this was it finally reaching a breaking point where the league addresses the core issue at hand: Where have the stars gone?

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PART ONE: Does the NBA have a players problem?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony hated this weekend and thinks the NBA might have a real problem brewing with its players being far too focused on their PR perception and the biggest victim of that movement has been All-Star weekend.

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PART TWO: What was the deal with LeBron?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: More ranting and raving about whatever the hell this last weekend was.

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FULL: Early Luka impressions; Pre-ASB grades; Post-ASB predictions

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony let's Raj talk about the first two games of the Luka Doncic era. Raj may or may not have been levitating for that entire segment. Then, the guys discuss the season to this point and try to figure out what their expectations are for the second "half" of the season.

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PART ONE: Raj tries to stay on the ground while describing Luka Doncic, Laker

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony basically gives Raj the floor to try to put his thoughts and emotions into words having watched two games of Luka Doncic in a Lakers uniform. It went as you'd hope.

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PART TWO: What are your expectations/predictions for the second "half" of the season?

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss what they're hoping to see from the Lakers after the All-Star break, then, as Raj heads out to cover the South Bay Lakers game, Anthony answers questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers hit vacation one game early; Alex Len debuts

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: The Lakers were pretty clearly not all that focused after the rollercoaster that the last few weeks have been and paid for it with an embarrassing loss to a Utah Jazz team they had just blown out the other night. Anthony breaks down the game, as well as Alex Len's debut.

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FULL: 1-2-3, CANCUN!

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recaps an ugly loss in Utah to the Jazz. Alex Len made his debut, so Anthony offers up his thoughts on what he saw from a clearly limited player who is also trying to figure out what the team needs from him. To wrap up, he dips into a particularly full mailbag.

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PART ONE: Ah, the ol' stinker before vacation

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony breaks down what he can from a game that the Lakers just were never focused enough to win.

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PART TWO: One of the wilder listener questions in a long time

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After recapping the game, Anthony dips into the mailbag, where one listener had a question that stopped him in his tracks. We won't spoil it. You have to listen.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers sign Alex Len, waive Christian Wood

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony breaks down how Alex Len became a Laker, the Lakers' decision to waive Christian Wood instead of Cam Reddish and the work still left to do after this move given how little wiggle room they have left.

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FULL: Jorge Sedano on Luka's debut; LeBron since the trade; Lakers' ceiling

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony was watching Luka Doncic make his Lakers debut on ESPN and realized it had been way too long since he heard from a Lounge favorite, so he texted Jorge Sedano and asked if he'd like to hop on and talk about the extremely new-look Lakers.

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PART ONE: Jorge Sedano takes us into the building for Luka Doncic's debut

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jorge Sedano relive the moment Luka Doncic became a Laker and the game in which it all became real and he stepped out onto the court next to LeBron James.

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PART TWO: How do the Lakers stack up against the rest of the west?

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers underwent a a seismic alteration in trading for Luka Doncic. Anthony and Jorge Sedano discuss what that move has done for their title chances both now and into the future.

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LOWDOWN: Luka Doncic's debut went preeeeeeeeetty pretty good

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers' blowout victory over the Jazz, which eventually became a 48-minute celebration of the fact that Luka Doncic is, in face, a Los Angeles Laker. He also explains what's going on as the league is apparently considering looking into the Lakers' decision to rescind the Mark Williams trade at the Hornets' behest. He wraps up by narrating his latest for ClutchPoints.

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FULL: Luka Doncic's perfect debut; Mark Williams trade latest; Buyout market options

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony marvels at how incredible the Lakers looked (albeit against the Jazz) as they were clearly figuring out how to play together on the fly. He then reacts to reports that the Hornets want the league to step in after the Lakers rescinded the Mark Williams trade and the impact the outcome of that investigation will have on the Lakers' approach to the buyout market. To wrap things up, he answers questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: If this is the Lakers while LeBron and Luka learn how to play together...

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Luka Doncic made his Lakers debut and, while he was relatively quiet statistically, the Lakers looked absolutely incredible. He breaks down what makes them so dangerous, now that we've seen it in practice for at least one game.

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PART TWO: Are you rooting for the Mark Williams trade to be forced through?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony breaks down the Mark Williams trade situation further and its impact on the Lakers' approach to the buyout/two-way contract market, then dives into questions from the live audience. Great questions tonight, too.

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LOWDOWN: What a weekend...

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony tries to summarize everything that went down this weekend. Key word: Tries. The implications of everything stretch pretty far and wide. He also sends Hubie Brown his props and explains his favorite part of that broadcast.

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FULL: Mark Williams, you are NOT a Laker

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony offers everythign he knows about a pretty rare situation. The Lakers thought they traded for the center of their future, only to have to rescind the trade because the Hornets appear to have withheld information. He discusses where they go from here, short- and long-term., including their options on the buyout market and eventually the trade market.

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PART ONE: What comes next after rescinded Mark Williams trade?

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains everything you need to know about this Mark Williams situation, then explains what comes next for a team that needed a center BEFORE it traded Anthony Davis.

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PART TWO: What has to go right for the Lakers to still win it all this year?

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony still thinks the Lakers can win a championship this season, it's just a lot more complicated now. He discusses that, then answers questions from the live audience.

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FULL: The Lakers can actually win a championship this season

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 19:19:18 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Pete Zayas (LFR Pod) back into The Lounge to break down what the Lakers are capable of with Luka Doncic and LeBron James. They talk how the two will fit on the court, some defensive issues (and why Anthony isn't as concerned about them), Mark Williams and the buyout market.

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PART ONE: Pete tells the hilarious story of how he found out about Luka

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 19:18:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Pete kick off the conversation about Luka Doncic being a Laker by looking back on that fateful night and a fun win over the Knicks that absolutely everyone has forgotten about. Anthony also hopes Mavericks fans find a way to direct all their hatred in Nico Harrison's direction, and that none of it spills over to Anthony Davis and Max Christie.

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PART TWO: How Luka Doncic might actually help the defense

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 07:17:00 -0000

PART TWO: "The worst defense to ever win a championship" is a phrase that Anthony used. He and Pete broke down their thoughts on that side of the court, then wrapped up the show with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Lakers beat Warriors, TNT sucks; Deadline recap; Buyout preview: Costco Clothes

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj recap a fun-ish win for the Lakers over the Warriors. Anthony rants about TNT and how bummed he is that show is sticking around. The guys recap the deadline, look ahead to the buyout market, then answer questions from the youtube audience.

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PART ONE: Lakers - Warriors recap; Go away, Charles Barkley

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Every so often, Anthony and Raj would stop while watching this game and realize the Lakers are adding Luka Doncic to this. LeBron James went off, which makes that concept even more exciting. If only TNT could celebrate the sports.

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PART TWO: Anthony compares his Costco clothes addiction to Luka Doncic

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Raj is convinced someone is going to come along and take away this feeling he has. It feels like cheating, having Luka Doncic on the Lakers. Anthony then makes one of the craziest comparisons you'll ever hear. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: BREAKING - Lakers trade for Mark Williams

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:04:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: The Lakers have officially gone all-in in terms of draft capital. They traded for Mark Williams of the Charlotte Hornets. Anthony breaks down the trade, discusses what it means, then lays out the options ahead of the trade deadline and into buyout season.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers interrupted Anthony by trading for their starting center

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:04:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony started the episode by talking about how he hopes the Lakers show greater urgency with Luka Doncic than they have recently with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. So... the Lakers went out and grabbed their starting center not just now but for the future just to shut him up. Raj joined the show to break down Mark Williams, the newest Laker.

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PART ONE: This whole thing is hilarious to listen to given the news

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony was in the middle of talking about how things might go if the Lakers operate with the same urgency they showed with LeBron James and Anthony Davis, with Luka Doncic, and then news dropped that changed the entire plan for the show. Mark Williams is a Laker.

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PART TWO: The Lakers trade for Mark Williams and shut Anthony up

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony continues to try to gather himself after the Lakers traded Dalton Knecht and a pick for Mark Williams. He quickly texted Raj to see if he could help and used an old favorite clip to pass the time until Raj showed up.

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PART THREE: What comes next after trading for Mark Williams?

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj look at the assets the Lakers have to work with and, using the information at Anthony's disposal, try to offer up what they think the Lakers should do from here and predict what they think happens. To wrap things up, Anthony takes questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Luka Doncic introduced; Lakers smoke Clippers; Anthony's latest Clutchpoints report

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony breaks down a fun win over the Clippers in Inglewood. Then, he offers up the latest he's heard heading into the trade deadline. To wrap things up, he narrates his latest column for ClutchPoints.

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FULL: Lakers smoke Clippers as Luka Doncic watches; Anthony gets reckless

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj are enjoying the basketball the Lakers are playing even before adding Luka Doncic into the mix and it has them saying all kinds of crazy things. They talk about that, the win over the Clippers, the latest Anthony is hearing at the deadline and how they'd prefer to see it play out.

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PART ONE: The Lakers' wing rotation might be one of the best ones in the league

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony thinks the Lakers can win a championship this year. Raj agrees. Some stuff has to go their way, but the Lakers' title window was opened back up by landing Luka Doncic. It's time to take advantage or really position themselves to do so this summer after a playoff run this year.

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PART TWO: Lakers deadline hopes; Can they get the center they need?

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys shift their attention to the trade deadline after Anthony lays out what he's hearing heading into the busiest 24 hours or so in the NBA calendar. Can they get a center? What kind of center should they be targeting? Should they mess with this rotation? They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Kirk Henderson on the Mavs, fan betrayal, Luka x LeBron fitting

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Kirk Henderson back into The Lounge to vent. The guys talk about the trade, Luka's fit, Nico Harrison's weird-ass presser and more.

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PART ONE: clutches pearls But HOW will LeBron and Luka play TOGETHER???

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony lets Kirk rant and rave about this trade, then the guys laugh at the notion that Luka and LeBron might not be able to play basketball together.

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PART TWO: The more the Maverick talk, the dumber it gets (thanks!)

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony doesn't think any of Dallas' explanations are lining up, so he asks someone who has paid way more attention to it than he has *who also doesn't get Dallas' explanations*

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LOWDOWN: The Mavs couldn't have handled this any worse; Thanks!

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up a stark contrast in how the Mavericks are handling trading Luka Doncic and how the Lakers have handled trading Anthony Davis. Then, he narrates his latest piece, outlining the Lakers' intentions and options have pulling off this miraculous trade.

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FULL: Raj reacts to Luka Doncic, Los Angeles Laker

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj give their thoughts with some time now after Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers and have very different approaches. Anthony notices the differences between how the Mavericks and Lakers have handled this. The guys talk about where the roster goes from here, then answer questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: "Job's not finished"

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj continue to collect their thoughts after this insane weekend. Raj wants to take a breather. Anthony says it doesn't work like that. Also, Anthony gives a little preview of what it would sound like if he covered/rooted for the Mavericks.

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PART TWO: Where do the Lakers go from here?

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys talk about the options the Lakers have ahead of them, as well as what the Lakers are capable of now. Anthony and Raj also give Anthony Davis his due respect. We're going to miss him.

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LOWDOWN: A complete breakdown of the Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis trade

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 16:06:27 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony grabbed a few hours of sleep and hopped right back in front of the mic to offer up what he can about how the most shocking trade in NBA (and maybe sports) history came together. He also talks about what's next for the Lakers as they're currently built. Is LeBron James getting traded on the table?

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FULL: Luka Doncic, you are a Los Angeles Laker

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony tries to wrap his brain around the fact that Anthony Davis is going to Dallas and Luka Doncic is a Los Angeles Laker. He enlists the help of Harrison and his wife, Mia, who tells an incredible story that really shows how secretive this move was. Sabreena Merchant also joins the show to help, too. Everyone is still mostly shocked at how it all went down.

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PART ONE: What the bleep just happened (with Harrison, Mia and Sabreena)

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains why he tweeted he thought Shams was hacked. Then, everyone stumbles around, trying to figure out how to feel about the Lakers trading for a top-three player entering his prime.

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PART TWO: What comes next after the Lakers trade for Luka Doncic?

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers have a couple directions they can go after this move. What they elect to do is going to be fascinating and will have a ripple effect for years to come.

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FULL: Lakers beat Wizards; De'Aaron Fox-Austin Reaves rumors; Raj's Myles Turner take

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj marvel at how terrible the Wizards are. They're truly, truly awful. The recap the game, then move on to stories dropping on the Lakers' trade effort. De'Aaron Fox apparently knows the Lakers won't seriously pursue him. Raj is all in on Myles Turner.

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PART ONE: Does Jonas Valanciunas know what an audition is?

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap the game. The Wizards are the worst team ever. They talk about Kyle Kuzma and Jordan Poole's turns for the worse. They start their conversation about De'Aaron Fox and whether they would put everything on the table for him.

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PART TWO: Here's hoping the Spurs don't trade for De'Aaron Fox

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj wrap up the De'Aaron Fox conversation, then throw to their thoughts on Myles Turner -- whom they both would be willing to move heaven and earth for. They wrap with questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Anthony Davis injury update, what does it mean for Lakers' deadline approach?

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony updates you on Anthony Davis' abdomen strain, then explain the impact it has on the Lakers' approach to the deadline. Speaking of, he offers up the latest that he's heard on that front.

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FULL: Jason Timpf on Walker Kessler, Myles Turner, Lakers deadline

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: The Lakers have some big decisions to make over the next week. Anthony welcomes Jason Timpf back into The Lounge to break down what their priorities should be, some names to keep an eye on, and even whether the Lakers should push chips into the middle of the table this season.

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PART ONE: Latest on Lakers' center options; Adam Silver saying stuff again

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jason react to some comments from Adam Silver about shortening games, and how that doesn't solve the NBA's central problem. From there, they dive into the question the Lakers must answer this deadline: How much do you spend on a player who may or may not be able to play alongside Anthony Davis, even when Davis wants that exact kind of player.

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PART TWO: So... what about De'Aaron Fox?

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Jason continue their conversation about the Lakers' deadline. Jason brings up his hypothetical, in which the Lakers offer everything not tied down to Sacramento for De'Aaron Fox. They also answer a few questions from the live audience to wrap things up.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers get smoked; Anthony Davis tweaks abdomen; Myles Turner trade stuff (again)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony quickly recaps an ugly loss and updates Anthony Davis' injury. It doesn't sound like it's that serious, but you never know. He then narrates his reporting on Myles Turner, who the Lakers are serious about, if Indiana is serious about moving him.

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FULL: Lakers embarrass themselves in Philly; Anthony Davis gets hurt; Myles Turner report

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: The Lakers played one of the ugliest games you'll see. Anthony Davis went down, and everything went wrong from there. Anthony recaps the game, offers the latest on Davis' injury, then reports on a familiar trade target.

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PART ONE: Lakers-Sixers recap; Myles Turner trade report

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony gives his thoughts on that ugly game and the disservice the Lakers did Bronny by putting him into it. Then, he offers some additional context to his reporting on Myles Turner.

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PART TWO: What impact will Anthony Davis' injury have on the Lakers trade deadline?

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony offers the latest on Anthony Davis' injury and the impact it might have on the Lakers' intentions at the deadline. He answers questions from the live audience on other Lakers trade options.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers beat Hornets; Stein reports a stalled out trade market

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony quickly recaps that weird win over the Hornets, then breaks down some of the latest on the trade market.

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FULL: Anthony Davis dominates Charlotte; Latest trade rumors

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recaps a weird win over the Hornets with the help of the live audience, then breaks down the latest trade rumors from Marc Stein on which centers he doesn't believe the Lakers are in on.

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PART ONE: Listeners recap Lakers-Hornets

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony was on the air for a good chunk of Lakers-Hornets, so he enlists the live audience to help recap the game.

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PART TWO: Lakers might not be in on Vooch, Poeltl, but what about...

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony responds to reporting that the Lakers might not be in on Vucevic and Poeltl. He explains why they might not be right now, then offers a name they should be asking about.

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LOWDOWN: Remembering Kobe five years later; Lakers' center options, ranked

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony starts by remembering Kobe and gives some of the various ways we continue to miss him today. He finishes the segment with a story about the moment he found out Bryant passed away and the impact Kobe continues to have on him as a person to this day. From there, he segues awkwardly to narrating the piece he wrote Friday about the Lakers' options at center on the trade market.

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FULL: Sam Esfandiari on Lakers-Warriors and their frustrating similarities

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Sam Esfandiari to talk about Saturday's Lakers win, then dive into the incredibly similar spots the Lakers are Warriors find themselves in. As usual, it all starts with ownership.

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PART ONE: Lakers look a lot closer to real contention than Golden State

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Sam give their thoughts about the Lakers beating Golden State Saturday night and start the conversation about the similar spots fans of both teams are in and how they're both being gaslit by their organizations.

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PART TWO: The NBA has become too risk-averse

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Sam share their frustrations with how risk-averse everyone has become in the NBA. They wrap up the show with some questions from the live audience and Sam's question for Anthony and Anthony Davis wanting to play less center.

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Lakers follow up Celtics win with a big one over Warriors

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 05:17:12 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun win in San Francisco over the Warriors, explains why Rui Hachimura probably shouldn't have missed this one, then narrates the case he made last week for Dejounte Murray.

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LOWDOWN: How Vando's injury and impending return stalled Lakers' trade search

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

A couple days ago, Anthony wrote about Jarred Vanderbilt's impending return and how that ambiguity in that situation led to the Lakers' trade talks stalling out. It shouldn't have. For this episode, he narrates that piece.

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FULL: Beat that Celtics ass (I like that)

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj start by enjoy that win, then discuss Anthony Davis' comments, and from there, analyze Reggie Miller letting it slip that Rob Pelinka isn't really looking to move much high-level draft capital -- with a whole bunch of fun in-between those topics.

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PART ONE: Let's just sit back and enjoy that win

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Beating the Celtics is always worth celebrating on its own, before moving on to larger talking points, So that's how Anthony and Raj start this episode -- sitting back and enjoying the win.

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PART TWO: Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent are making trading them a tougher decision

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Rui Hachimura and Gabe Vincent both played key roles in beating the Celtics. They're also the Lakers' most movable contracts heading into the deadline. This is going to be interesting to watch, as LeBron James and Anthony Davis apply pressure for roster improvement.

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PART THREE: Anthony Davis' comments likely mean the Lakers will trade for a center

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony Davis offered up his most pointed comments to his front office... ever -- even including his trade requests out of New Orleans. He wants a better backup center he could play alongside. Anthony believes the Lakers will fulfill this request. He and Raj discuss who the Lakers should target.

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FULL: Vando might finally be back; LeBron/AD want help; Mailbag

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony reacts to the news that Jarred Vanderbilt might finally make his return to the court. He discusses the ESPN report that LeBron James and Anthony Davis are concerned Rob Pelinka might not make a significant move at the deadline. He enjoys Quincy Olivari coming back, then dives into questions.

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PART ONE: Vando might finally be back... but don't jinx it

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Vando might be back! Hopefully! Please? Alright you know what let's not jinx this just listen.

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PART TWO: How are we still talking about gradual team building?

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers are somehow still looking for the one trade that puts them over the top but that just isn't how building a championship team works. Anthony gets heated because he's sick of making the same damn point over and over again.

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FULL: Lakers beat Muggles; Jonas auditions; Suns make a fun trade

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj react to the Lakers beating the Wizards exactly as they should've. Then, they talk about what they saw from Jonas Valanciunas. Before getting to some super comments at the end, they discuss the Suns turning one first-rounder into three.

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PART ONE: Lakers blow out Wizards; D'Angelo Russell fires a couple shots?

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The guys break down that nice, easy win over the Wizards, discuss D'Angelo Russell's weird comments, and talk about what they saw from Jonas Valanciunas.

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PART TWO: Suns keep pushing chips into the middle of the table and Anthony is jealous

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss the trade Phoenix made with Utah, that probably takes them another couple steps closer to trading for Jimmy Butler. Anthony wishes the Lakers showed this kind of creativity and commitment to competing now.

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FULL: What are the Lakers trying to accomplish this year?

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison give their thoughts on whether the Lakers can realistically win a championship this year. From there, they try to figure out what the goal of this season is.

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PART ONE: Can the Lakers win a championship this season?

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison figure out whether they believe the Lakers can realistically win a championship this year and, given that they don't think so, try to figure out what exactly the Lakers are trying to accomplish this season.

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PART TWO: Why NBA owners are all hoping Jeanie Buss never sells

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: We've seen what it takes for a stale brand to be revitalized. Other NBA owners are terrified of what would happen if Jeanie and the Buss family ever sold the Lakers.

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FULL: The Lakers are just kind of... stale

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj discuss the current state of the Lakers -- specifically how boring watching them has become.

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PART ONE: Another day, another ass-kicking by the Clippers

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The guys talk about the game they just watched and how ambivalent they were to yet another ass-kicking at the hands of the Clippers.

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PART TWO: Even Raj is bored with this team

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys use some blackjack analogies to describe the place the Lakers now find themselves. Raj sounds pretty tired of this nonsense, in particular.

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FULL: RIP, Bob Uecker; JJ Redick says Lakers will go big; So... then...?

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony remembers Bob Uecker, not just for what he meant to sports, but as the reminder he was that we have it pretty good as Lakers fans. From there, he discusses JJ Redick's comments on going bigger more often and what they should mean for roster construction. He wraps with questions from fans skeptical about moving draft capital revive a flawed team.

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PART ONE: Remembering Bob Uecker, JJ Redick says he'll go big more

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony remembers Bob Uecker, then reacts to JJ Redick's quotes about going big more often, and a theory he likes about the Trey Jemison addition.

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PART TWO: The Lakers need to ditch the idea of a soft landing

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony explains why empty "ifs" are so frustrating, as a part of a larger discussion on why holding onto draft picks is just kicking the can down the road rather than choosing a direction and sticking with it.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers beat Heat, waive Quincy Olivari, sign Trey Jemison III

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony quickly breaks down the Lakers' win over Miami, snapping a three-game skid. He then discusses the Lakers waiving Quincy Olivari to sign Trey Jemison III, and how he didn't love how little an opportunity Olivari got with the parent team. Finally, he has some fun talking about LeBron James' interaction with that young fan and his message about the role sports teams play in their city.

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FULL: Lakers top Heat; LeBron James shares cool moment with fan; Olivari waived

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony breaks down how the Lakers were able to turn things around in the second half against the Miami Heat. LeBron James was a huge part of that. The Lakers went about it with a balanced effort and actually defended in the second half. JJ Redick also coached them through Miami's zone. All around, great night, maybe headlined by a viral moment LeBron shared with a young fan.

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PART ONE: LeBron James shared an awesome moment with a fan, then lit up the Heat

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony thoroughly enjoyed everything that went down between LeBron James and a young fan, then enjoyed the game the Lakers played, itself.

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PART TWO: What's the latest on the trade front? What about Vando?

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony takes questions from the live audience and wouldn't you know it, they're still focused on roster adjustments. He explains why the front office isn't in a hurry to add another center, responds to the Lakers waiving Quincy Olivari and discusses whatever else the audience wanted to talk about.

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FULL: Is JJ Redick hitting a rookie wall? Super Live Mailbag

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony opens with some thoughts on JJ Redick as a head coach and the learning curve we knew would exist, then throws to the live youtube audience for topics, no matter what they wanted to talk about.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick needs to rethink some stuff; His staff needs to be more help

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains some of his concerns with JJ Redick and how some of them have been these since Redick first took over and the Lakers tried to hire his coaching staff.

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PART TWO: SUPER EXTREME LIVE MAILBAG

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony handed the show over to the live youtube audience and they didn't disappoint.

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LOWDOWN: So about that progress Vando was making...

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony discusses JJ Redick's comments from before the game on Jarred Vanderbilt's varying levels of "progress." The Lakers also played last night, but didn't look all that interesting in the game.

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FULL: The Lakers just don't seem to get it

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony is more upset over this game than he's been in recent memory. He and Raj discuss this game, the Rams doing what the Lakers claimed they wanted to do, Jarred Vanderbilt's "progress" and more.

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PART ONE: The Lakers blew what should've been a heart-warming moment

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap the game, which leads to a rant from Anthony about how the Lakers as an organization lack real culture and leadership.

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PART TWO: Teams sure are picking on Austin Reaves quite a bit...

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony is starting to get a little nervous about how teams are effectively searching out Austin Reaves on defense and the success it's leading to for them. The guys also take questions from the live audience.

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FULL: Lakers schedule, Vando updates; Mailbag

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony updates you on whether the Lakers are actually going to play tonight (to the best of his abilities) and then gives a timeframe from when the Lakers are hoping to get Jarred Vanderbilt back. From there, he dives into the mailbags.

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PART ONE: Lakers schedule, Jarred Vanderbilt updates

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony offers up what he knows about both the Lakers' scheduling situation and Jarred Vanderbilt's impending return.

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PART TWO: Latest trade stuff

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Lakers fans still want Walker Kessler. Anthony explains why it's particularly compicated.

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FULL PASSPORT: Cavs-Thunder live up to hype; Jimmy keeps Jimmy-ing; Lakers make a trade

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony ran into some technical difficulties that stopped him from recording in the evening but did record Thursday morning. He and Leigh take a look around the NBA, then around the world.

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PART ONE: Cavs-Thunder was everyone we hoped for

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The guys catch up after a quick holiday break. Then, they relive that great Cavs-Thunder game and try to make sense of the Jimmy Butler drama. Leigh ate steak tender enough to be cut with a spoon!

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PART TWO: Leigh Ellis is making a real impact on ball around the world

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Leigh quickly discuss the Lakers after the Dorian Finney-Smith trade, then transition to an update on some of the places Leigh has visited and the impact he's had.

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FULL: The good vibes pod

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: With everything going on throughout Southern California, Anthony wanted to get some good vibes into the atmosphere, so he recorded this special, super positive episode.

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PART ONE: Things to like - LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers are still set at the top of the roster. LeBron James, Anthony David and Austin Reaves are having great seasons in their own ways.

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PART TWO: Things to like - Max Christie! And... Rob Pelinka?

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony celebrates the season Max Christie has had and explains what his college self and Rob Pelinka have in common. Also, it looks like the Celtics won't have a cakewalk to the finals again.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers get embarrassed; Mavs target Reaves; Vando update

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony briefly recaps the Lakers' worst loss of the season so far and particularly worries about one thing the Mavericks did other teams will almost definitely replicate. He updates the Vando situation and discusses his role when he gets back. To start things off, though, he offers some support to those suffering from the Palisades fires.

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FULL: Mavericks embarrass Lakers without Luka, Kyrie

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony reacts to what will probably be one of the worst losses of the season, as the Lakers fell in Dallas to the Mavericks, who were playing without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. He also offers a little more context on his reporting on Jarred Vanderbilt and the role he'll play whenever he returns. He does have questions about the small-ball approach. To wrap, he takes questions from the live audience, which was looking for macro answers to a micro game.

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PART ONE: Well, that sure sucked...

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony recaps one of the uglier games of the season and discusses the various angles that stem from the loss.

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PART TWO: Bad as that loss was, this is still worth investing into

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony saw a bunch of comments on this team not being worth investing in and this game summarizing that argument, but Anthony isn't here to hear that defeatist approach.

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LOWDOWN: Latest on Vando; Lakers' center trade approach; Mavericks preview

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony discusses some optimistic news on the Jarred Vanderbilt front, then narrates his latest piece for ClutchPoints, which covers how Vando returning impacts the Lakers' approach to the backup center spot. To wrap things up, he previews tonight's game against the shorthanded Mavericks.

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FULL EP.: Do the Lakers need a better backup center? Other positions of need; Midseason review

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Given JJ Redick's recent rotation and an update Anthony has on Jarred Vanderbilt, he and Harrison discuss the Lakers' approach to the backup center position. Does a wing-centric approach make sense? Then, the guys talk about the kinds of moves they'd prefer the Lakers make if they aren't pursuing a center. To wrap things up, they look back on the first half or so of the season.

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PART ONE: Does a backup-center-less approach make sense?

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison discuss what happens when a source gives information that they're skeptical about. In this case, it's Jarred Vanderbilt's return and the approach to backup center the Lakers are taking.

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PART TWO: "Midseason" review

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison won't pod again until after the Lakers play their 41st game, so they take a look back at the season to this point and evaluate how things have gone.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers lost to Houston to perfectly summarize where things stand

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

After a few days of talk about how much the Lakers feel like they might not need another move, they lost to the Houston Rockets in a perfectly analogous game to the rest of the season to this point. Anthony talks about the sports gods, and how quickly they can humble you.

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FULL: Lakers' loss in Houston showed everything -- good and bad

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Following a weird loss to the Rockets, Raj and Anthony discuss how it was a perfect summary of this Lakers team. They're capable of high highs, and low lows. They need another more or two. They need a tweak in the starting lineup.

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PART ONE: The Lakers are the team from both halves in Houston

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj discuss that loss in Houston, and how each half showed who the Lakers either are, or could be.

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PART TWO: The case for and against adding a center

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj take questions from the live audience, who were curious about what the Lakers might do with their remaining trade assets. Should the Lakers go after a big, even if there's no guarantee he'll play?

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FULL EP.: Lakers beat Blazers; Max Christie might be for real; Raj's trade thoughts

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj rant about refs, then break down the Lakers' win over the Blazers without Anthony Davis. Max Christie went off. LeBron is still pretty good. Austin Reaves was impactful despite not shooting well. Then, to wrap things up, the guys talk about the Dorian Finney-Smith trade.

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PART ONE: ENOUGH. BLEEPING. REVIEWS.

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Before getting to the rest of the game, Anthony and Raj have both had enough of reviews in basketball. They just take up time and they're still missing calls.

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PART TWO: Look at Austin and Max

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Austin and Max are growing into impact players right in front of us and it's been a thrill to watch.

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PART THREE: Raj hates the trade machine

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Raj wants the focus to be on basketball, especially after the Lakers finally just made a trade.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick's potential role in the Lakers not going after another center

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 20:46:41 -0000

PART ONE: After Jaxson Hayes caught a DNP-CD against the Cavs, Anthony had an educated theory he was wondering about pretty much confirmed.

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PART TWO: Russell Westbrook discourse is missing a couple HUGE points

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 20:43:15 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony rants about the reactions to Russell Westbrook playing relatively well in Denver and the people trying to make that about the Lakers somehow. It's going to happen with D'Angelo Russell, too.

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New year, new Lakers? Early Dorian Finney-Smith thoughts

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:13:21 -0000

Anthony recaps Lakers-Cavs, then discusses a factor in the Lakers not adding another big. He takes questions, and offers a take about the analysis stemming from Russell Westbrook playing well in Denver.

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LOWDOWN: Injury updates; What's next after Dorian Finney-Smith trade?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up some updates on guys currently out or getting ready to play tonight. Then, he narrates the article he wrote about what comes next for the Lakers after trading for Dorian Finney-Smith.

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FULL EPISODE: How much better does Dorian Finney-Smith make the Lakers?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison break down what the Lakers look like on the other side of the Dorian Finney-Smith trade. How much better are they? What comes next? They also look back on D'Angelo Russell, the Laker.

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PART ONE: What grade would you give the Dorian Finney-Smith trade?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison analyze the DFS trade. Anthony explains a popular cliche that he's pretty sick of.

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PART TWO: Let's talk about Walker Kessler

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony offers up an aspect of the negotiations between the Lakers and Jazz that Harrison is skeptical about. They wrap with some questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: D'Angelo Russell traded; What comes next? How do things fit?

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony offers up some details on how this trade came together, breaks down the various pieces and their new fits, then looks ahead to what comes next.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers trade D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony breaks down the Lakers trading D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith. He offers context on how this deal came together, their competition for DFS, JJ Redick's thoughts on "Dodo," and more. He also looks back on D'lo's second stint with the Lakers and looks ahead to what might be coming next.

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PART ONE: How did this D'Angelo Russell trade come about?

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains how this deal came together, why the Nets may have taken the Lakers offer, and what Dorian-Finney Smith brings to the team.

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PART TWO: What comes next after this D'lo, DFS trade?

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: What will the Lakers be looking to do now that they have their two-way wing, and when? Anthony explains, then takes questions from the live audience.

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FULL EPISODE: A post-Christmas, realistic look at the Lakers' peaks and valleys

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj enjoy a nice, run, wide-ranging conversation about the state of the Lakers, their peaks and valleys, trade rumors and the league as a whole.

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PART ONE: A quick recap of Lakers-Warriors; Is this peak different?

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: The guys recap that thrilling win over the Warriors and Mike Breen's rough night, then try to figure out whether this is just another peak before a valley, or if this is somehow different.

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PART TWO: Ratingzzzzzzz

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj tackle this topic of NBA ratings as the league is coming off a huge Christmas success, relatively speaking.

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PART THREE: Will the Lakers actually get out of their own way this trade deadline?

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj discuss the likelihood the Lakers finally address the roster at this year's deadline and what it would signal if they don't, then take questions from the live youtube audience.

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Merry Christie-mas

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 05:30:56 -0000

Anthony records an emergency episode over the holiday to celebrate the Lakers picking up a HUGE win in San Francisco over the Golden State Warriors.

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The case for and against paying up for Cam Johnson; Christmas Day story time

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony narrates his latest piece for ClutchPoints, the first in a series detailing all the most popular Lakers trade targets. To kick things off, he offers up all you need to know about Cam Johnson, his price, and likeliness the Lakers actually acquire him. He wraps up the episode by telling a story about Christmas '07 and the time he watched a Celtics fan get absolutely punked.

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The Lakers lost to the Pistons again... Anthony rants about ownership

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps yet another annoying, frustrating loss to the Detroit Pistons.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers wrap up successful weekend; Latest trade intel; Mailbag!

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recaps the Lakers' second win in Sacramento over the Kings in a row, then discusses how great the last week or so has been. From there, he offers up the latest on trade rumors, then throws to all the Lounge's various mailbags.

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PART ONE: What a great week for the Lakers, can they keep it up?

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony recaps another win over the Kings and the ugly way they went about getting it, then, talks about the latest trade rumors.

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PART TWO: Mailbag: What would Kobe think about the job Rob Pelinka is doing?

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens up the mailbags, starting with a listener who wondered what Kobe Bryant would think about the job his former agent is doing.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers top Kings behind Austin Reaves, Anthony Davis' Max Christie starting has been a joy

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun win in Sacramento. Boy, it's been a while since we were able to say that.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers knock off Kings behind Austin Reaves, Anthony Davis

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down a nice Lakers win in Sacramento, as Anthony Davis outplayed Domantas Sabonis, Austin Reaves outplayed De'Aaron Fox, and Max Christie continued to play his ass off as the point-of-attack defender the Lakers desperately needed.

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PART ONE: Max Christie starting completely changes the Lakers

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj give props to Max Christie, whose efforts as a starter has completely changed what it feels like the Lakers are capable of.

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PART TWO: Gabe Vincent just played his best game as a Laker

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss Gabe's effort and the role that he's flourishing in. They sneak a little trade talk in, too, then answer questions from the live audience.

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LOWDOWN: Oh, Darvin...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to Darvin Ham's quotes about the Lakers, then looks ahead to a pretty brutal stretch of 10 games or so.

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FULL EPISODE: Darvin Ham put his foot in his mouth again; Latest trade stuff

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony breaks down Darvin Ham's comments on the Lakers and how they perfectly summarized why the Lakers are better off without him. Then, he offers up a theory on why the Lakers will have no excuse but to make a move this deadline.

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PART ONE: Darvin Ham proved why the Lakers were right to fire him

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reads through some quotes from Darvin Ham's interview and explains why Ham hasn't learned anything, which doesn't speak very well to someone looking for another opportunity and a head coaching gig.

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PART TWO: No excuses this time around; make a move

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony goes through the assets at the Lakers' disposal and explains why not making a move would be the final clear message that this front office doesn't believe in LeBron and AD.

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LOWDOWN: Injury "updates" on Christian Wood, Jaxson Hayes

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony offers up a quick update on Christian Wood and Jaxson Hayes, then rants about the IST and previews his episode in The Lounge with Jovan.

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FULL EPISODE: Jovan Buha on Lakers' options during trade season

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Jovan Buha (The Athletic) back into The Lounge to break down his latest piece on the Lakers' intentions this trade season. The guys talk about the lack of urgency from this front office, their options, potential internal growth and more.

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PART ONE: Where is the urgency from the Lakers front office?

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jovan discuss the prices on guys who have already moved and how that adds to frustration fans have with a front office that appears to keep looking for any reason to not do anything.

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PART TWO: How can the Lakers improve internally?

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Jovan discuss the idea of internal growth from the Lakers and whether they'll remain in the hunt to an extent that convinces the front office to invest more draft capital.

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LOWDOWN: The pros, cons and realities of the Lonzo Ball situation

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lonzo Ball trade rumors and explains why the Lakers aren't likely to get involved until this offseason at the earliest.

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FULL EPISODE: Trade season has kicked off and.... nothing...

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony opens with a few thoughts about Lonzo Ball and the trade market in general, then opens up an insanely packed mailbag to discuss every trade scenario under the moon.

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PART ONE: Lonzo Ball, NBA-at-large trade rumor break down

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony breaks down the Lonzo Ball rumors and gives his thoughts on where that story appears to be heading. Then, he discusses the trade market as it exists now and how interested the Lakers are in paying somewhat inflated prices.

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PART TWO: Why the Lakers are waiting to dive into the trade market

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony continues with the mailbag questions, this time discussing why it looks like the Lakers are going to continue to wait before getting fully involved with the trade market.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers top Grizzlies; Anthony Davis plays like an MVP; LeBron returns; MAX!

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the win, starting by offering some insight into how the Lakers arrived back at Max Christie starting -- and how it was always what the coaching staff was hoping to see. He explains Max's impact on Austin Reaves, too. LeBron James came back and looked good. Oh and Anthony Davis absolutely dominated a big Memphis frontcourt.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers beat Grizzlies behind Anthony Davis' dominance, Max Christie's defense

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj recap a nice, fun win (outside of the existential crisis we experienced when Anthony Davis got hurt). Max Christie got the start and was fantastic on Ja Morant. LeBron James came back and looked spry. The rotation made a whole bunch of sense. What a night.

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PART ONE: Look at our large adult son, Max!

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: This is exactly what the Lakers were hoping the starting five would eventually look like. The guys explain why this works and the ripple effect it has across the rest of the rotation.

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PART TWO: Finally, a game Raj is looking forward to rewatching

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj continue to marvel at the defense the Lakers played tonight against a Memphis team that was on an absolute roll coming into the game. The guys take a question from the live audience, too, having to do with trade rumors starting to really swirl.

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FULL: So, what about what LeBron James wants? Or Anthony Davis?

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison discuss the trade rumors circling around LeBron James and the Lakers, and wonder how James feels about all of it, too. Seeing as he has a no-trade clause, that kind of matters. While they were there, they also wondered about the Anthony Davis part of all this.

(NOTE: This was recorded Wednesday and should've run Thursday, but we ran into some technical difficulties)

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PART ONE: Would LeBron James ever WANT to be traded?

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a quick discussion about how nerdy they both are, Anthony and Harrison discuss a part of all the trade rumors no one seemed to spend much time thinking about: Whether LeBron James would actually want to be traded.

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PART TWO: At what point does Anthony Davis get sick of mediocrity?

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Let's just say LeBron James gets traded, what would that mean for Anthony Davis? Should he get moved ASAP? Anthony and Harrison don't think it's that simple.

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LOWDOWN: Additional intel on Lakers' trade season plans, options

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

After outlining what his ideal plan for trade season would be, he offered up intel on how likely any of it is.

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FULL: NBA trade rumors season primer

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony starts with a preview of trade rumors season as it kicks into the next gear Sunday. From there, he hands over the show to the live audience, which had A TON of great questions ready to go.

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PART ONE: REPORT: Lakers, Wizards have begun preliminary trade talks for Valanciunas

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After outlining his preferred path for the Lakers this trade season, Anthony explains how likely any of it might be, starting with the Lakers' negotiations for a backup big.

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PART TWO: The mailbag to end all mailbags

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After his explainer on trade season and the Lakers' options, Anthony takes questions from the live audience and boy did they bring it.

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LOWDOWN: Injury updates for LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Jaxson Hayes

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

JJ Redick had updates for some key players after practice yesterday. Anthony explains who might be available when, based on what Redick told reporters.

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LOWDOWN: Anthony charts out his ideal trade season/deadline

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Not much actual news to speak of so Anthony hopped on the trade machine and fixed the Lakers. Strap in, y'all. Let's get a little weird.

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FULL: Kamenetzky Bros on trade market taking shape; Lakers' chances at landing an impact player

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: In part one of a two-part home-and-home, Andy and Brian Kamenetzky (Locked on Lakers) stop by to talk about the first real slop drop of the season. They also touch on how difficult it is to accomplish basically anything in this new CBA and whether that's a good thing for the NBA.

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PART ONE: Is how difficult it's become to make a trade good for the league?

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Having already spent hours on the trade machine pulling out hairs with how complicated this CBA is, Anthony asks Brian and Andy Kamenetzky whether this new system is actually good for the NBA.

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PART TWO: Are the Lakers worth investing further capital into?

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: There are going to be plenty of targets on the trade market, but there will also be a ton of competition for them. Real-impact help is going to be expensive. Are the Lakers close enough to the rest of the league to pull the trigger?

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LOWDOWN: Why the Lakers won't (or shouldn't) 'blow it up'

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony reminds you that we're supposed to be getting some kind of update on Christian Wood here soon. Hopefully. Then, he narrates the piece he wrote about LeBron James ever making it to the trade block.

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FULL: A whole bunch of LeBron trade talk; A Wood update; Mailbag

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony can't help but address all the LeBron James trade noise and finally arrives at whether or not he shouldn't kept trying to fix his fireplace (we promise you'll get this). He also dives into the mailbags and prepares you for a Christian Wood update, which should be coming soon.

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PART ONE: Alright, let's have the LeBron trade conversation (again)

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony goes into full detail on why LeBron James isn't getting traded anytime soon.

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PART TWO: Mailbag time; Best holiday proteins?

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens up the mailbags linked to the show, where people were wondering about Christian Wood, Dennis Schröder, holiday meats and more.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers bounce back from brutal loss in Atlanta by beating the Blazers without LeBron, Reaves

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony recaps an eventful and weirdly important weekend for the Lakers.

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FULL: LeBron finally rests; Lakers still roll against Portland

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj recap an oddly important win over the Trail Blazers. LeBron James sat his first game of the season, which means he'll have a whole week of rest behind him when the Lakers play Minnesota Friday. D'lo and Rui showed out. Jerami Grant did the opposite of that.

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PART ONE: The Lakers got back to some better habits

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj couldn't help but notice how the Lakers got back to some of the motion/balanced offense from earlier in the year with LeBron sitting on the sidelines.

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PART TWO: How does Raj feel about this team heading into this nice, little break?

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers don't play a game for almost a week. Let's catch up on the season so far.

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LOWDOWN: LeBron James, Austin Reaves injury updates; Hawks preview

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

Anthony takes you through news that LeBron James is dealing with a foot thing and outlines why Austin Reaves' availability has been all over the place in recent injury reports.

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FULL EPISODE: LeBron added to injury report; Can the Lakers even give him a break?

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony discusses tomorrow's injury report as the Lakers take on a hot Hawks team. LeBron is on it (questionable) and Austin Reaves is listed as out despite being questionable for the last game. The Lakers need to get LeBron a break but they simply might not have enough bodies to do so. Then, he answers some really good questions from all the mailbags.

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PART ONE: A foot issue would actually explain LeBron's erratic shooting

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony discusses the latest injury news about LeBron James and Austin Reaves and how the latter's injury means the former can't get the break he desperately needs.

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PART TWO: The Lakers switching so much is hurting their already bad defense

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens the mailbag, where listeners are wondering about the trade market, Austin Reaves' future with the team, JJ Redick's coaching, and more.

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LOWDOWN: Lakers get blazed by Heat; Real accountability needed; Rob Pelinka, please address this roster

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony recaps a butt-kicking at the hands of the Heat, and discusses a foundational issues the Lakers must address. Then, he narrates his latest piece for ClutchPoints, in which he begs Rob Pelinka to do his job.

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FULL EPISODE: We can't honestly be talking about quitting in December

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj react to the latest complete ass-kicking and can't help but wonder if this team is falling back into much worse cultural habits than not getting back on defense.

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PART ONE: The ugly losses keep getting uglier...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj react to the Heat's record-breaking night against the Lakers' broken defense and can't help but wonder if this latest embarrassment is a regression to multi-year trends.

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PART TWO: Will JJ Redick call out LeBron if the situation calls for it?

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The guys continue their conversation about accountability throughout the organization, then take questions from the live audience, who are oddly fed up with LeBron's stuff.

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LOWDOWN: Vando done for 2024; Lakers considering Kuz; Can't judge this team until...

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

LOWDOWN: Anthony runs through the day's Lakers headlines, which include:

An actual Jarred Vanderbilt update
Kyle Kuzma is on the Lakers' trade radar (tradar?)
The Lakers really might do the whole "can't judge this team until whatever" thing again

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers can't wait for Player-X to come back to evaluate the team

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison check in with each other about how the feel about this team as it currently exists. They get into the Jarred Vanderbilt injury update and the Lakers' incessant desire to see the full roster before they recognize what it needs.

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PART ONE: How are you feeling about this team?

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: We're somehow already already a quarter of the way through this season and the same problems from last year remain. Anthony and Harrison give a vibe check from 1000 feet up.

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PART TWO: The Lakers are gaslighting us again

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison react to the latest iteration of "can't judge this team." No other team in the NBA operates like this. It's worth mentioning that.

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FULL EPISODE: Wolves rout Lakers in what feels like this season's low point

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: The Lakers got their asses kicked and Anthony had some pointed thoughts for LeBron and AD.

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PART ONE: Please, LeBron, take a night off (but not on the court)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony recaps the game and gets brutally honest about the way LeBron is playing. So did JJ Redick.

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PART TWO: If LeBron doesn't turn it around, he wouldn't consider retirement, would he?

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The live audience had a few questions, including about LeBron's potential retirement. Anthony doesn't think it's coming without all the fanfare, but this stretch has been impossible to ignore.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers sneak out of Utah with a win; Brandon Ingram rumors

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj return from the long weekend to try to figure out what the hell just happened in Utah. Raj celebrates Jalen Hood-Schifino. Anthony celebrates Max Christie. They hit on the Brandon Ingram rumors. Then, they answer questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: What a weird win

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap a nearly disastrous win and laugh at one of the weirdest plays either of them have ever seen. Shouts to Will Hardy.

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PART TWO: The Ingram conversation

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: With Brandon Ingram changing his representation to Klutch, Lakers fans started jumping to all kinds of conclusions. So, Anthony and Raj discuss that situation, his basketball fit back in L.A. and how likely they think any of this is. Then, they wrap with questions from the live audience.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers send us into Thanksgiving with a nice, comfy win

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj react to the Lakers' taking care of business against the Spurs with this new starting lineup.

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PART ONE: Ah, a nice, comfortable win!

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj recap the Lakers beating the Spurs to bounce back from this ugly three-game losing streak.

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PART TWO: A Zion Williamson rant appeared out of nowhere and it fits

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: A Lakers conversation evolved into a Pelicans conversation, which might have had something to do with a question that was asked but also must might have been on the guys' minds before the show.

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FULL EPISODE: Another night, another blowout

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recaps the Lakers' second straight blowout loss, this time in Phoenix -- where they didn't even respect The Cup.

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PART ONE: Is the Lakers' defense fixable?

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to yet another blowout loss and is starting to worry if quitting has become a part of Lakers culture.

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PART TWO: The Lakers have a culture problem

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: We can point to coaching. We can point to personnel. But the organization needs to demand more out of everyone involved, at every level.

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FULL EPISODE: Jake Fischer on the Lakers' trade options this season

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony welcomes Jake Fischer back into The Lounge to talk about the trade market as December approaches.

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PART ONE: Lakers backup big trade options

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jake take a look at the center position and what the Lakers might look to do as we head into trade season.

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PART TWO: What will it take to land a two-way wing?

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers need to upgrade their wing situation. Anthony and Jake run through their targets and discuss the likelihood they pull the trigger this time around.

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FULL EPISODE: Nuggets wake the Lakers back up from winning streak dreams

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony riffs on the state of the Lakers following the last couple losses and why the Nuggets have their number. He talks about the roster issues, then dives into the various mailbags.

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PART ONE: Why does Nikola Jokic own the Lakers?

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a 13th loss in 14 tries, Anthony explains why the Nuggets (and specifically Nikola Jokic) has their number to the extent that he does.

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PART TWO: What happened to the Wendell Carter Jr., Bruce Brown trade rumors?

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens the mailbag, where listeners want to know all they can about the Lakers' personnel options from here on out.

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FULL EPISODE: WTF.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: WTF.

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PART ONE: Free throws?

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains how math works in a conference as close as the west is going to be. Also, the Lakers' guards were exposed in this one.

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PART TWO: This first bad JJ Redick game

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj marvel at Gabe Vincent just forgetting how to be an effective basketball player on offense, then address the sad truth, that this was JJ Redick's first outright bad coaching game.

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FULL EPISODE: The latest on Jarred Vanderbilt is much of the same; mailbag

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: The latest on Jarred Vanderbilt is much of the same "updates" we've been getting for going on a year. Anthony's had enough. He explains what he's been hearing all this time on the Vando front and why the Lakers appear singularly bad at handling this information. From there, he answers the leftover questions from the weekend he promised to answer.

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PART ONE: A full timeline of how we got here with Vando's injury

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony offers up the latest on Jarred Vanderbilt, then translates the update, harkening back to one of his favorite Key & Peele skits. He also dives into the full timeline on how we arrived here, which doesn't exactly paint the clearest picture of the situation.

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PART TWO: What would be the ideal Lakers rotation, if everyone was healthy?

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony finally gets around to the questions from tis last weekend he wasn't able to get to, and there are some great ones.

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FULL: Dalton Knecht officially joins the rookie of the year conversation

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:17:19 -0000

FULL: The guys marvel at the game Dalton Knecht just had. Yeah, other topics are covered, but the most important thing is just how incredible that game was for the Lakers rookie.

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PART ONE: Will Hardy (Jazz HC) dumped on his players for not guarding Dalton Knecht

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:14:47 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj debate which starting unit they might prefer, as well as which starting group the Lakers might give the first go to.

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PART TWO: If Dalton Knecht is real, what does that mean for the kinds of players the Lakers should target?

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:12:27 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj answer super comments from the live audience, and everyone is wondering what this means for the rotation, and, maybe more popularly, the trade market.

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FULL EPISODE: D'Angelo Russell is thriving as the sixth man, here's why

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison open with a quick few minutes on news that Inside The NBA isn't going anywhere. Then, they discuss the five-game winning streak the Lakers are on and whether they believe in this version of the team, with the help of a stat from Harrison's internet dad, Pete. The majority of the pod covers D'Angelo Russell's move to the bench and the role that has played in this run the Lakers are on.

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PART ONE: Inside The NBA isn't going anywhere

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison open with some thoughts about Inside The NBA's "renewal." Then, the guys dive into the run the Lakers are on, and the role D'Angelo Russell's new role is playing in it.

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PART TWO: Trade stuff!

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony asked around about what D'Angelo Russell's success as the sixth man might mean for his trading prospects. He and Harrison discuss what they think about the situation and what this role opens up for Russell as a free agent this summer.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers move to 5-0 since D'Angelo Russell's move to the second unit

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony offers some insight from his covering the game in person on Saturday, then explains (with some help from Anthony Davis) why this winning streak is a little more important than most early-season runs. Then, he dives into the various mailbags.

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PART ONE: What a great weekend, let's relive it

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After offering up some insight from covering the team up close, Anthony explains why he doesn't think it's a coincidence Dalton Knecht and Max Christie's play improved at roughly the same time.

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PART TWO: Mailbag; What should the nine-man rotation be when everyone is available?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony digs through all the various mailbags and answers as many questions as he can, including a discussion about the rotation if everyone is ever healthy at the same time.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers trade/free agency targets at backup center

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony explains how the Lakers arrived at a place where a Jaxson Hayes injury was a real cause for concern, then explains the team's options and likely direction now that he's out.

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PART ONE: Jaxson Hayes getting hurt shouldn't be this nerve-wracking

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony goes name by name to explain the Lakers' options and how likely each target might be.

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PART TWO: Christian Koloko should be able to hold it down for a week or so

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony wraps up the Lakers' options but does remind listeners that the Lakers are fairly confident Christian Koloko is good enough to get them through this injury patch. He also previews the game against San Antonio, which he feels fairly confident about.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers pick up lowkey critical win as LeBron goes LeBron; Knecht goes off

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj break down a fun win against Memphis that featured a third straight triple-double for LeBron James, Dalton Knecht's coming out party, and the fewest minutes D'Angelo Russell has played as a Laker.

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PART ONE: Dalton Knecht, welcome to the NBA

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj discuss D'Angelo Russell's role, Gabe Vincent's continued lack of production, and how it all might lead to a real opportunity for Dalton Knecht -- especially if he continues playing the way he did last night.

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PART TWO: LeBron James

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: It's easy to fall into the same talking points with LeBron James when he does stuff like he did last night, so the guys instead focus on the things that are allowing him to take over when he has.

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FULL EPISODE: Mirjam Swanson on the state of the Lakers, Clippers

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony welcomes one of his absolute favorites back to talk about the state of the NBA in Los Angeles, as both the Clippers and Lakers approach the tail end of their respective eras (LeBron as a Laker, Kawhi as a Clipper).

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PART ONE: Who will be better off, the Lakers or Clippers, after their stars depart?

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Mirjam Swanson (SCNG) discuss the state of the Lakers and Clippers now, and how things look for both franchises moving forward.

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PART TWO: Just win, baby

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Mirjam spent time talking about all the other potential factors in which franchise well better position themselves after their respective stars depart and all they can keep coming back to is how crucial it is to win, and win often.

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FULL EPISODE: The inside scoop on JJ Redick moving D'Angelo Russell to the bench

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony explains how the Lakers arrived at D'Angelo Russell moving to the bench and the response within the locker room so far. He also had some leftover questions from the weekend he dives into.

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PART ONE: JJ Redick was thinking about moving D'Angelo Russell to the bench before the season

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony has been talking about moving D'Angelo Russell to the bench for a while. Now that it's finally happened, he explains when that process started and how JJ Redick has executed the plan.

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PART TWO: Who will return first; Jarred Vanderbilt or Christian Wood?

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens up the discord mailbag, where listeners want to know about Thanksgiving food and the Lakers' injury situations.

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FULL: JJ Redick did the thing and it's working

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony recaps a nice, successful weekend that featured the change he'd been teasing for a month or so. D'Angelo Russell's sixth man of the year case starts now. Anthony breaks down the win against Toronto, Anthony Davis' eye injury, and LeBron James' mastery of the game. He also takes a few questions to wrap things up.

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PART ONE: Lakers - Raptors recap... Needed that one

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers beat the Raptors but Jakob Poeltl took it upon himself to wreck the faces of the franchise.

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PART TWO: Mailbag!

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony takes questions from the live audience and iTunes reviews, and one comparison of Rob Pelinka worked out a little too perfectly.

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FULL: AD health update; Zach LaVine rumors; Huge Raj news

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Raj offer up some cool news, then return to the Lakers, where things don't seem great.

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PART ONE: LET'S GO RAJ!!!

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Raj is now also on the ClutchPoints team. The guys talk about that, then about Anthony Davis' foot.

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PART TWO: The D'Angelo Russell situation is only going to get worse

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: The conversation about D'Angelo Russell is already pretty ugly but appears to be getting worse by the game.

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FULL EPISODE: This can't be enough

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: The Lakers can't possibly hope Anthony Davis and LeBron James never miss time to merely make the play-in.

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PART ONE: The Lakers got rolled by an also-shorthanded Grizzlies team

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony isn't thrilled about the Lakers team fans have to watch if any of their starters miss any time whatsoever.

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PART TWO: Are the Lakers quietly becoming a minor league feeder team?

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony wonders whether teams are going to start taking advantage of the unfortunate combination of a good scouting team but bad development program.

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FULL: When is it time to panic about the Lakers? Has that time passed?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony and Harrison wonder whether it's time to panic about the Lakers or whether it's time to accept that this is just what a .500 team looks like.

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PART ONE: Isn't this just what a mediocre team looks like?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Is it time to panic? Or is this just who the Lakers are -- a mostly mediocre team who needed everything to go right to significantly improve compared to last year?

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PART TWO: How many NBA players are actually on this roster?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison go name by name to figure out how many NBA players this roster actually has, let alone how many net-positive guys it has.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers just lost to the Pistons

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj recap the first outright bad loss of the season. The depth concern keep getting worse and worse.

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PART ONE: The Lakers depth issue is reaching critical levels

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj try to wrap their heads around what they just saw.

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PART TWO: Is there anything that can be done to get Gabe and/or Max going?

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss Gabe Vincent and Max Christie's starts to the season and whether there's anything that can be done to get them back on track.

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FULL EPISODE: Latest on the Jaxson Hayes domestic violence incident; Mailbag

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony explains what happened over the weekend after TMX unearthed video of the 2021 domestic violence incident Jaxson Hayes wound up pleading no contest to.

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PART ONE: The Lakers have to start caring about domestic violence

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony discusses the TMZ video of Jaxson Hayes' domestic violence incident back in 2021. This shouldn't change anything, but it might. We'll see.

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PART TWO: Will a potential Jaxson Hayes suspense force the Lakers to finally add a backup center?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens the mailbag to answer this week's questions, where listeners are wondering whether this situation with Jaxson Hayes will force Rob Pelinka to tweak the roster.

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FULL: Jalen Hood-Schifino's team option is declined; What happened?

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony explains how (and apologizes for) missing on reporting something like Jalen Hood-Schifino's team option goes awry. Then, he discusses what this means for the Lakers, Jalen, and their options moving forward.

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PART ONE: So, wha- ha- happened was

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains how he missed this story so badly, then discusses what it actually means to all involved.

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PART TWO: We should be getting a Vando update soon

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After wrapping up the JHS discussion, Anthony reminds you that we should be getting an update on Vando very soon, seeing as the Lakers told us one would be coming in a couple weeks, a couple weeks ago.

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FULL EPISODE: Listen to Anthony gain hope over the course of the show

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj react to that uninspiring game and, at the time of them going live, what appeared to be an uninspiring game five for the Dodgers. But over the course of the show, boy, did things change.

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PART ONE: The Lakers completely no-showed

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: If you're a Dodgers fan, you're going to love this. If you're a Lakers fan, well, last night sucked anyway so enjoy this.

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PART TWO: Bronny scoring his first points was actually cool

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Bronny got onto the court and scored his first points. Anthony actually enjoyed that moment a lot more than opening night. He explains why.

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Austin, D'lo get dinged up; Bronny to play in Cleveland; Lakers to opt into JHS's team option

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony rolls through the day's headlines, which include:

Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell making the injury report
Bronny's impact on the locker room and that plan for him in Cleveland
Christian Koloko finally getting cleared
Jalen Hood-Schifino's option getting picked up

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FULL EPISODE: Losing that way is annoying, but doesn't hurt all that much

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down the Lakers losing in Phoenix but feeling like it was a game they very easily could (or maybe should) have won despite LeBron playing maybe his worst game as a Laker.

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PART ONE: Anthony has some unfortunate timing...

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj look back on an incredible sports weekend in L.A., then discuss this loss to Phoenix and why they aren't that mad about it.

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PART TWO: We need to have a talk about Max...

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj try to explain what's been up with Max Christie. Some of this is on him, but a lot of it is on the way he's being used and the inconsistencies with him over the last couple seasons.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pete stops by because the Lakers might be legit

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:10:07 -0000

Anthony welcomes back one of our absolutely faves. Pete Zayas (LFR) is here and today's episode is a banger. The guys talk about how sustainable this early success is, their favorite parts of the season so far, the biggest surprises, and how the team can still improve -- both internally and externally.

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PART ONE: Pete on why this Lakers start shouldn't be that shocking

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Pete talk about this Lakers start. Anthony explains why he's surprised by it, but acknowledges that he let last year and this summer impact his view of the team a little too much.

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PART TWO: Biggest surprises thus far (with Pete)

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers started the year 3-0. In order for that to happen, some guys needed to vastly exceed expectations. Anthony and Pete offer up their nominations for more pleasant surprise, then discuss some improvements the Lakers can still make.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers are 3-0 and there are clear spots they can get better

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony recaps a thrilling weekend for the Lakers and shares some insight into what's going right. Then, he dives into your questions.

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PART ONE: Anthony describes an INCREDIBLE moment the Lakers and Dodgers shared Friday

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: What went down Friday night needed a little shine of its own. Anthony discusses that, as well as why he's been so impressed by the Lakers thus far.

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PART TWO: What are the Lakers going to do with Jalen Hood-Schifino?

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony opens up all our mailbags, where people are curious about what's next for Jalen Hood-Schifino. He has a team option the Lakers have to make a decision on this week.

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FULL EPISODE: Harrison tries to get Anthony to talk about Bronny but NOPE

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Harrison takes every possible opportunity to try to get Anthony to talk about Bronny but he just doesn't take the bait. In between those attempts, the guys talk about this season's outlook and whether the lakers might be underrated, Anthony Davis promising to shoot threes, and the clickiest headlines they might see this season.

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PART ONE: Are the Lakers underrated?

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison discuss the notion of this failed offseason seeping into the analysis of this team as it stands.

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PART TWO: Anthony Davis is gong to fire away from deep and Anthony believes him

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison discuss Anthony Davis promising to shoot more from deep and why this time, they believe him. Then, they play a fun game coming up with the most clickable potential headlines from this season.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony forces Matt Moore to say nice things about Anthony Davis

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony Davis played his ass off against the kind of team that usually gives him problems. So, he brought Matt Moore (The Action Network) on to talk about it, as well as how to bet the Lakers this year.

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PART ONE: Can Anthony Davis finally win DPOY? MVP?

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Matt give Anthony Davis his flowers for the game he had against Minnesota. From there, they discusses what Davis would have to do to finally win DPOY or MVP.

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PART TWO: How to bet on the Lakers this year

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After a bad offseason, Anthony's theory is that Vegas is a little low on the Lakers. He asks Matt about this, and how he's approaching betting on this team this year.

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FULL: Lakers tame Wolves behind Anthony Davis' dominance; LeBron, Bronny make history

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj have some fun with this one. The Lakers beat the Timberwolves pretty handily. Anthony Davis was incredible. Rui Hachimura stepped up. LeBron and Bronny finally officially shared the court. It was a huge win. Also, the guys spend some time remembering Fernando Valenzuela.

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PART ONE: Anthony Bleeping Davis

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj were blown away by what they saw from Anthony Davis. They talk about that eventually, but first, Anthony says farewell to an athlete who means a lot to the city of L.A. Rest in peace, Fernando Valenzuela.

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PART TWO: LeBron, Bronny make history

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj discuss LeBron and Bronny sharing the court, how JJ Redick handled all of that, and what to hope for moving forward. Also, Anthony explains how he missed Dalton Knecht's stellar first shift because he had to wrangle an opossum.

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FULL EPISODE: Five questions the Lakers must answer; Wolves preview

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony offers up five questions of the Lakers that, depending on how they're answered, will decide how this season goes. Then, he previews tonight's season opener against the Timberwolves.

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PART ONE: How long will LeBron be patient with these Lakers?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony is fascinated by how long the Lakers expect LeBron to be ok with mediocrity despite holding off Father Time in ways we've never seen before. Is this the season that finally breaks?

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PART TWO: Why D'Angelo Russell might be better off coming off the bench

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony makes the argument to D'Angelo Russell on why a move to the bench might be better for him as well as for the Lakers. Then, he discusses what Rob Pelinka needs to do this season and previews tonight's opener against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.

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FULL EPISODE: A final preseason take; mailbag

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: The Lakers wrapped their preseason and head into the 2024-25 campaign with a bunch of questions. As that is the case, Anthony has a message for the fans. He then details Quincy Olivari getting a two-way deal and then dives into all the mailbag questions.

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PART ONE: A message to Lakers fans... demand more

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Following a bad offseason and tepid preseason, Anthony hopes Lakers fans don't get used to mediocrity.

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PART TWO: What's the latest on Christian Koloko, Colin Castleton, Quincy Olivari?

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony explains what went on with Quincy Olivari being converted to a two-way deal. Then, he dives into the mailbag where listeners want to know what's up with Christian Koloko.

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FULL EPISODE: Are the Lakers ready for the regular season?

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj try to contextualize this preseason. It's been a weird one that doesn't exactly point to an organization all that serious about competing this year.

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PART ONE: Anthony Davis, still good at basketball

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: There's a lot going on around the Lakers, but we can't lose sight of how great Anthony Davis has looked all summer.

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PART TWO: This whole offseason feels like a giant missed opportunity

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Whether it was the Lakers not landing a single veteran this summer, or JJ Redick not coaching in summer league, or seemingly skipping on competing this preseason, the Lakers just don't seem all that serious right now.

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Trevor Lane on Lakers' preseason, LeBron/AD holding their end of the bargain, Lakers' point guard issues

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:31:38 -0000

In this special bonus episode, Anthony is joined by Trevor Lane (LakersNation) to talk about the preseason they've seen from the Lakers thus far. They talk about the offense, which is clearly experiencing some growing pains. They discuss JJ Redick's own learning curve and the impact it's having on the team. They also hit on LeBron James and Anthony Davis somehow still being great and that not translating to success in the ways it has historically. They try to explain the issues the Lakers have had in finding the right point guard and the tweaks they might make this season.

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Lakers Contender Series: Mark Cuban's sale sets potential precedent for a Buss sale

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is fascinated by the Mavs in their own right, but when you think about all the connections between them and the Lakers, this pod is can't miss.

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Mirin Fader on Hakeem Olajuwon, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bronny James

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

Mirin Fader (now officially a friend of the show) stops by on book release day to talk about her latest, "Dream: The Life And Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon." At the tail end of the show, Anthony and Mirin discuss the Bronny James situation, as she had previously written about the lead up to this season.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers no-show against Warriors, highlighting real roster concerns

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj react to a pretty ugly game against the Warriors, in which JJ Redick soft-launched his nine-man rotation. Only Anthony Davis showed up. Raj and Anthony still have real concerns about this roster, and this game perfectly showed all of them.

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PART ONE: Can't judge this team until so-and-so gets back

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Raj was actually angry about this game. Yes. Raj. The Lakers might break him by Halloween this year.

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PART TWO: Anthony makes Raj stack up the JHS pick against the worst since 2000

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: A viewer asked whether Jalen Hood-Schifino is the worst Lakers first-round pick ever, so the guys looked it up to find out.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers pursued a center, but things are quiet heading into the season

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL: Anthony breaks down a report from his new colleague on a center the Lakers pursued over the summer. As things stand now, though, the Lakers are moving forward with this as their roster. Anthony does offer a little intel on who Nick Richards is, then previews a piece dropping today about what the league is saying about JJ Redick. He wraps with a few questions from the live audience.

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PART ONE: What's the latest on the Lakers' pursuit of a center?

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to a report about yet another player the Lakers pursued over the summer but didn't land. So, where do things stand now? Plus, what are people around the league saying about JJ Redick?

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PART TWO: So... What's the deal with Christian Koloko?

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony looked into the Christian Koloko situation and... it's still very ambiguous. So, listeners want to know if the Lakers would've made done things differently had they known this would still be up in the air?

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick "updates" Vando situation; Coop, West make Hall; mailbag

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony reacts to JJ Redick's update on Jarred Vanderbilt's recovery. Then, he celebrates Michael Cooper and Jerry West's entries into the Hall of Fame. From there, he dives into the mailbags, where listeners are still concerned with the center situation.

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PART ONE: The Lakers just can't stop stepping in it with Jerry West

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a quick explainer on the Vando situation, Anthony discusses the differences between the Lakers' response to Michael Cooper's entry into the Hall of Fame and Jerry West's.

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PART TWO: Jay Huff? Again?

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: With all the ambiguity surrounding Christian Koloko and with how Jay Huff has looked so far, listeners are wondering whether the Lakers are better served bringing back Huff and ditching this waiting game.

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FULL EPISODE: Max Christie sure looked good as the starter...

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj break down what they saw from the Lakers and Bucks, especially in the first half. Max Christie is going to be tough to keep off the court. His competition with Dalton Knecht is only going to help everyone. The Lakers are still looking for a big. What's the plan forward for Bronny?

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PART ONE: The Lakers' starters still look legit

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj break down the Lakers' third preseason game, as they took on the Milwaukee Bucks.

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PART TWO: What is best for Bronny James in this situation?

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj envision what the actual best situation to make his debut would be for Bronny James.

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FULL CONVERSATION: Jon Krawczynski on the Wolves post-KAT

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:33:08 -0000

Anthony welcomes Jon Krawczynski back into The Lounge to talk Wolves. They made a ground-shaking trade right before the season that fascinated Anthony on several levels, so he welcomed someone with more knowledge on that team than anyone. Also, the guys talked Vikings because Anthony just couldn't help himself.

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BASKETBALL PASSPORT: Destination, France

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

Leigh takes us all to France in this episode, where he and Anthony try to figure out what is in the water out there to keep producing such incredible athletes, especially given their size. They also look back on some of the regions greatest players.

This is the final episode of Basketball Passport that will air on this channel. Please subscribe to the show on its own feed.

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LeBron, JJ not thrilled about going to Milwaukee; How many three's is too many?

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

In this quick episode (Anthony explains why on that front too), Anthony has some fun with LeBron not being happy about flying to Milwaukee. Then, he wonders whether anyone will say hi to Darvin Ham. Finally, he explains how he feels about how many threes they should be taking next year.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers unveil unis/court; JJ liked AD at PF; Mailbag!

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony opens the show with a career update and the impact it'll have on The Lounge. From there, he discusses the City uniforms/court the Lakers emailed him about, AD playing more power forward this year, JJ's coaching approach and then dives into the mailbag.

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PART ONE: Some personal news...

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains what his new gig means for the show (nothing), why the Lakers' new court may need to be tweaked before the season, and his previous reporting on how JJ is delegating coaching responsibilities.

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PART TWO: Anthony tried to discuss AD at power forward while Mookie homered

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: JJ Redick says he liked what he saw from the group with Anthony Davis at the four. Anthony discusses what that means and why he agrees to an extent, all while he pretended he wasn't losing his mind with every pitch in the Dodgers game.

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PART ONE: BINGO card check in... Harrison is winning

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Before training camp, Anthony and Harrison put together their BINGO cards on which headlines we'd get from camp and the preseason in general. Today, they check back in on how those cards are looking.

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PART TWO: Harrison laugh's at Anthony being bad at Twitter again

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Harrison laughs at Anthony. Need we say more?

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FULL EPISODE: Harrison and Anthony check in on their preseason BINGO cards

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: After a quick few minutes on The OC, Anthony and Harrison pull out their pre-training camp BINGO cards to see how they did. After running through the lists, Anthony shows Harrison a tweet that even Harrison can't believe he hit send on.

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BASKETBALL PASSPORT: About that time Magic Johnson played in Sweden

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Leigh look back on the first few days of preseason basketball, then look ahead to LeBron and Bronny taking the court together for the first time. They wonder about the vibes with the Clippers, then discuss Klay Thompson's fit with the Mavs. This leads to a fun game that lands them at Magic Johnson's stint in Sweden.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers seem... fun!

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj break down what they saw from the Lakers this opening weekend of the preseason slate. There's a lot to like. Also, LeBron and Bronny made history.

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PART ONE: How JJ Redick's offense is apparently going to work

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj focus on the offensive system JJ Redick has implemented and the kinds of advantages it will hopefully create.

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PART TWO: LeBron and Bronny make history

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: LeBron and Bronny finally took the court together for the first time. The guys discuss how long it will take to see this in an actual NBA game. Anthony hopes it feels a little more earned by the time we see it.

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No one cares that Coach K signed off on JJ Redick

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:39:36 -0000

Anthony previews Lakers-Wolves for tonight, then dives into some reporting from ESPN on training camp and specifically about Rob Pelinka's relationship with JJ Redick that rubbed him the wrong way.

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PASSPORT: Remembering Dikembe; EuroLeague is what the IST should be; Fun Vlade stories, more

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Leigh take some time to remember a truly unique and great human being. Dikembe Mutombo was one of a kind. They then look at the games taking place in Abu Dhabi and the possibility of Emirate money making its way to the league. They also preview EuroLeague tipping off and explain what it gets right. Finally, they have some fun remembering some old international players you may have forgotten and look back on a truly incredible experience that took place in Greece.

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FULL EPISODE: Jovan Buha on vibes in training camp, JJ Redick's concepts, D'Angelo Russell

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony is brings back a show favorite, Jovan Buha. The guys discuss the vibes from camp (which have been good!), JJ Redick's concepts, team buy-in, and D'Angelo Russell. To wrap things up, Jovan gives the couple things he'll be looking for in the upcoming preseason games.

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PART ONE: The Lakers can rally around JJ Redick, collective doubt from 'experts'

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony found a couple things the Lakers can rally around. First, Darvin Ham isn't there. Second, people have placed them near the bottom of the conference. He and Jovan discuss how these factors have led to an optimistic training camp.

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PART TWO: What's the latest on D'Angelo Russell?

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Things have seemed mostly good to this point in training camp but we haven't heard from one player in particular: D'Angelo Russell. Jovan explains where things stand.

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick, Lakers open training camp with optimism

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj react to the notions brought to the table by JJ Redick. Can he rely on a nine-man rotation? Will the Lakers defend better in transition because of the focus on offensive rebounding? Did Max Christie and Jalen Hood-Schifino impress?

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PART ONE: JJ Redick and Anthony, united by hilarious first days as coaches

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: JJ Redick said after day one that he wants a nine-man rotation. The guys are.... not quite sure how that'll work out.

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PART TWO: How offensive rebounding impacts transition defense

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: We're all as shocked as you, but Anthony is a little higher about a concept JJ has brought to the table than Raj.

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FULL EPISODE: Cranjis McBasketball on JJ Redick's approach, LeBron at SF, and more

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony welcomes Cranjis (Lakers Exceptionalism Pod) to talk about coaching, the hopes for JJ Redick, why they're concerned about his staff, LeBron's position defensively, and more.

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PART ONE: Lakers players couldn't stop from throwing shade at Darvin Ham

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Cranjis spend some time discussing what they look for in coaches, and how Darvin Ham fell short of that. At media day, players couldn't help but compare camp thus far to last year's.

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PART TWO: Is LeBron playing the right position?

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Cranjis has an interesting theory on where LeBron is playing most of his minutes. It runs against the consensus to this point. Is LeBron James better off as a small forward defensively?

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WELCOME TO BASKETBALL PASSPORT

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

Anthony and Leigh Ellis launch their new pod, "Basketball Passport." Fortunately for them, the league provided them with a giant story. They break down the Karl-Anthony Towns trade, give props to Vince Carter for getting his jersey retired, and share their concern over Zach Lowe getting let go by ESPN.

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FULL EPISODE: What the Karl-Anthony Towns trade means for the Lakers

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony reacts to the Wolves salary dumping Karl-Anthony Towns, then dives into your questions.

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PART ONE: The Wolves traded KAT is great for the Lakers

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains why KAT getting salary dumped, and specifically to the east, is huge for the Lakers.

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PART TWO: Have we all forgotten about the Lakers' bevy of second-rounders?

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: After a listener asked about the various rules regarding which first-round picks the Lakers can move, Anthony spends some time talking about the other assets we shouldn't forget about.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Leigh soft launch their new show, 'Basketball Passport'

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Leigh Ellis start by explaining what they're going to try to do with their new show together, then discuss the Lakers specifically and how Leigh (originally a Lakers fan) feels about the organization now.

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PART ONE: Introducing: Basketball Passport

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Leigh summarize what they're looking to accomplish with their new show together: Basketball Passport.

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PART TWO: Leigh and Anthony tell their favorite Lakers stories

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Few may know this, but Leigh Ellis actually grew up a Lakers fan. He and Anthony discuss that, as well as the spot the organization finds itself in now.

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick offers insight; Rob Pelinka offered scripted talking points

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Dr. Jen stops by to try to explain what might be going on with Jarred Vanderbilt's two previously unreported surgeries. Anthony explains what fans should note now that they know the Lakers are capable of covering such news up. From there, Anthony breaks down a few key clips from both Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick.

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PART ONE: Dr. Jen on Jarred Vanderbilt's foot injuries (plural)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Dr. Jen explains what went on with Jarred Vanderbilt last year, what was worked on this summer, and the outlook for him moving forward.

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PART TWO: JJ Redick offers some actual transparency... kind of

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony explains how, at times, it's what the decisions don't say about some guys that tells the story. We know what's up with D'Angelo Russell.

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick announces Lakers starting five

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:39:03 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj react to the news that Kawhi Leonard's availability is once again in question and all the factors in that situation, plus how it impacts the Lakers. From there, they discuss JJ Redick announcing on "The Lowe Post" that D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron James and Anthony Davis will be the team's starters. Finally, they look ahead to today's presser. Shockingly, Anthony wants Rob Pelinka held accountable.

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PART ONE: Kawhi Leonard still isn't 100%? What?

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:36:14 -0000

PART ONE: Kawhi Leonard's latest update throws the show out of wack. Anthony and Raj react to that, then turn their attention to the starting lineup news from JJ Redick.

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PART TWO: Will Rob Pelinka slide by in this press conference today?

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:32:37 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Raj take very different approaches to today's joint presser featuring Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick.

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FULL EPISODE: Why can't the Lakers find a decent, consistent backup center?

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Raj spent the weekend looking at Harry Giles' lineup combinations and highlights and came away from that experience with a take about the Lakers' approach to finding a backup center. After a little announcement from Anthony, the guys discuss the Lakers not holding a players-only minicamp.

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PART ONE: Raj's theory on why the Lakers can't find a decent backup center

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a hilarious weekend crunching numbers and binging tape on Harry Giles (you read that right), Raj landed on a theory as to why the Lakers haven't been able to find a decent backup center since Dwight Howard.

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PART TWO: The Lakers not holding a players-only minicamp means...

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: There are practical explanations for the Lakers not holding the typical players-only camp, but still, all things considered, this doesn't feel great.

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FULL EPISODE: Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick are (finally) going to speak!

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony discusses the prospect of Rob Pelinka finally having to answer questions about two straight transaction windows he wasn't able to accomplish anything. Unfortunately for JJ Redick, he'll also have to be on stage for it. From there, he dives into the mailbag to take your questions.

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PART ONE: What we're hoping to hear from Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: While Anthony is happy we're finally going to hear from Rob Pelinka about this offseason, he isn't exactly over the moon about the fact that JJ Redick will have to also answer for something he had no part in.

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PART TWO: What would you ask Rob Pelinka if you could ask anything?

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Listeners want to know how Anthony would handle the press conference if he could cover it (ie, if he still lived in SoCal). Anthony does his best to explain how he would, why he would approach it that way, and way reporters handle it the way they do.

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FULL EPISODE: Keith Parish on the Memphis Grizzlies' potential bounce-back

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: In the second edition of the Contender Series, Anthony welcomes Keith Parish (Fastbreak Breakfast, Grits N' Grinds) to talk about the Grizzlies' potential this year. If they return to form, that makes the west all the tougher, and complicates the math for the Lakers' interest in a playoff spot.

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PART ONE: Boy, the Grizzlies really might be good again

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Keith explain why the Grizzlies could bounce back in a big way and throw off the math for a lot of teams trying to make the playoffs.

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PART TWO: What to expect from Ja Morant with all that "stuff" behind him

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Ja Morant is going to be healthy and fully available. Anthony asks Keith where to set expectations. Then, he asks about the spectrum of expectations for the Grizzlies, as well as the type of player Keith would prefer to add (it sounds a lot like the kinds of player the Lakers would also like to add).

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FULL EPISODE: Woj retires; WNBA Playoff preview; The Lakers as an old tv show

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony brings back a show favorite. Sabreena Merchant (The Athletic) stops by to talk Woj retiring, the WNBA season as it wraps up and the playoffs getting going this weekend, the Lakers' leaked jersey and this offseason in general.

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PART ONE: Woj retires

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Sabreena react to news that dropped mere hours before they were live that Adrian Wojnarowski was stepping down and out of the news breaker limelight.

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PART TWO: WNBA Playoffs preview; More Lakers jersey analysis

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Sabreena discuss the most fascinating WNBA season to date, whether the league can build on the momentum it developed, and try to preview the playoffs, which kick off on Sunday. Then, they try to tackle these jerseys, the Lakers offseason, and the current state of things.

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FULL EPISODE: The latest Lakers jerseys are a travesty

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony welcomes long-time friend of the show and personal friend Phillip Barnett into The Lounge to discuss... whatever the hell these new Lakers City Edition jerseys are supposed to be. They're boring. They're lame. They're just... meh. Plus, given Phillip's relationship to Magic Johnson's Twitter account (he used to run it), the guys try to come up with Magic Tweets about this offseason and these jerseys.

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PART ONE: These jerseys are the perfect cherry on top of the sht sundae this summer has been

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Phillip can't stand these jerseys and the more they think about them, the worse they get.

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PART TWO: What Would Magic Tweet

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Few people know this but today's guest (Phillip Barnett) used to send tweets for Magic Johnson. So, given this uninspiring offseason and these hideous jerseys, Anthony and Phillip try to figure out what Magic would say about it all.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers training camp bingo

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Harrison prep you for training camp as only they can, with a good ol' fashioned game of BINGO.

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PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison are almost scary levels of on the same page

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison have a fun a little back-and-forth about Myles' favorite meal then dive into their headline predictions from training camp.

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PART TWO: Which center is going to get the most buzz in training camp?

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: As Anthony continue to try to predict how training camp is going to go, their focus turned to the center position. We know one of the Lakers' lottery tickets at center is going to impress compared to the others, and why. But who?

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers add Christian Koloko, waive Blake Hinson; Mailbag

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony breaks down the Lakers' signing a center, why he was available, and what he brings to the table. Then, he opens up all the mailbags.

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PART ONE: Christian Koloko, YOU are a Los Angeles Laker

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony breaks down the big news over the weekend.

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PART TWO: Mailbag!

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: It's a Monday, which means we're answering your questions, including when a certain birthday boy is going to make his pod debut.

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FULL EPISODE: Sam Esfandiari on the Lakers and Warriors having way too much in common

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:02:49 -0000

FULL EPISODE: In the first episode of the Contender Series, Anthony welcomes Sam Esfandiari to discuss the Lakers, Warriors, LeBron, Steph, and everything going on here. This could've been five hours long.

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PART ONE: What do the Warriors and Lakers owe LeBron, Steph and the fans?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:00:07 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Sam discuss the current situations LeBron and Steph find themselves in and the many similarities between the Lakers and Warriors as organizations.

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PART TWO: Will LeBron and Steph ever play together in the NBA?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 17:57:41 -0000

Anthony and Sam discuss the possibility that the bromance we watched in the Olympics between LeBron and Steph extends into the NBA.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers didn't really post their opening for head trainer, did they?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj react to the Lakers POSTING A HUGELY IMPORTANT POSITION ON LINKEDIN. They discuss how this is just another example of the disarray. Then, they address Anthony Davis reportedly wanting to play less center.

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PART ONE: What would it take to work for the Lakers?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj take a close look at the LinkedIn post from the Lakers as they try to fill an really important position.

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PART TWO: Is Jeanie Buss up to the task of running the Lakers?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: We're all pulling for her. But.

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PART THREE: Anthony Davis wants to play less center this year

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony Davis was hoping to play alongside a center more this season. The Lakers... felt differently.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Harrison on the Lakers' continued medical issues

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Harrison have a nice, long conversation about the Lakers' continued issues with getting and keeping guys healthy.

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PART ONE: Is Harrison the reason for the Lakers' offseason injuries?

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony catches Harrison back up on everything he missed on vacation and asks you, the audience, whether maybe just maybe Harrison is the problem.

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PART TWO: The Lakers may once again be penny-wise, dollar dumb

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison discuss this continued trend of Lakers players' injuries extending well beyond initial and even later-stage recovery windows.

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FULL EPISODE: Christian Wood's surgery is forcing some awkward questions

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj break down Christian Wood needing surgery that will keep him out heading into the season and how this is just another example of the holes in the Lakers' processes when it comes to player health.

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PART ONE: What is it the Lakers actually do well?

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj react to news that Christian Wood underwent surgery and will miss the beginning of next season. This leads to them asking a very tough question on the state of the franchise.

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PART TWO: Either the Lakers knew these injuries could happen and still sat on their hands, or...

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: The Lakers opted for a quiet offseason in terms of personnel movement. Given these injuries, it was the wrong move, and questions need to be asked of how things are being run.

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PART THREE: So, about Myles Turner...

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: After ranting and raving about the Lakers' handling of injuries and injury information, Anthony and Raj answer a question from the live audience about an old trade target and what could've been.

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A Jarred Vanderbilt update we all wanted to avoid

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony goes over a report on Jarred Vanderbilt that hits on several levels of several topics.

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Max Christie season re/preview; A(nother) plea to build with LeBron/AD

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens with yet another reminder that the Lakers have basically sat out multiple years of building around LeBron James and Anthony Davis. From there, he talks about Max Christie's season and what the Lakers will need from him next year.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Raj on Jarred Vanderbilt, Jalen Hood-Schifino

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:03:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: In the latest entry into the season re/preview series, Anthony and Raj take a look back at Jarred Vanderbilt's disappointing season, and try to figure out fair expectations for him this season. Speaking of fair/unfairness, the guys try to have a productive conversation about Jalen Hood-Schifino. You can decide whether or not they succeeded.

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PART ONE: An attempt to analyze last season for Jarred Vanderbilt

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj dissect Jarred Vanderbilt's season. Even on top of the injuries, it wasn't the step forward anyone was hoping for.

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PART TWO: What are fair expectations to have for Jarred Vanderbilt?

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: It isn't necessarily fair, but the Lakers will need A LOT more from Vando. Anthony and Raj discuss what they think that looks like.

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PART THREE: Let's try to talk about Jalen Hood-Schifino

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj talk about Jalen Hood-Schifino, who may not be a bust, but was definitely the wrong pick given what the Lakers needed from whoever they could've taken that year.

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How might JJ Redick use LeBron James this year?

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:12:49 -0000

Anthony dives into the mailbag to as fans continue to try to figure out what JJ Redick's approach to coaching might be.

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PART ONE: How deep is Raj's optimism bag?

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj catch up in the most Anthony and Raj ways.

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PART TWO: The unique way Lakers fans can watch this season

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony makes the case that this season will be unique compared to all other LeBron James seasons. Raj doesn't like that the Lakers have taken fans here, where expectations are so low.

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FULL EPISODE: Catchin' up with Raj

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: It had been a little while since Anthony and Raj caught up, so the guys just go back and forth about a fruitless offseason. Raj sells people on this season. Anthony does so, too, in his own way.

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PART ONE: Some fun with what LeBron wants Bronny to call him

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony really enjoys this LeBron/Bronny story, then he gets into Rui Hachimura's weird season.

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PART TWO: What are fair expectations for Rui next season?

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Based on the season he just had, and what he's capable of... well... The Lakers need him to take a real step forward on a side of the ball he just isn't consistent enough with. Still, Anthony thinks he's capable of it.

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FULL EPISODE: Rui Hachimura season re/preview; LeBron dad-gate

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony tries to contextualize Rui Hachimura's season. Darvin Ham did a number on this one. Oh and also LeBron James just offered up a perfectly August story.

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PART ONE: Luka Doncic rumors help explain Lakers' approach with picks

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to rumors that the Lakers have their eye on Luka Doncic. There's just, well, a few problems. But this is probably just the start of a bevy of similar rumors on their way.

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PART TWO: Anthony unleashes a rant to those who doubt the bubble title

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony answers listener questions covering everything from Max Christie's development to LeBron James and Anthony Davis' retired jerseys. A live comment led to Anthony explaining why he takes it almost personal when people question the bubble championship.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers 'have their sights set' on Luka Doncic

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony breaks down rumors that the Lakers are keeping an eye on Luka Doncic, then dives into the show's various mailbags. One comment in particular leads to an incredible rant about the bubble title and how the people who throw dirt on it are so horrifically missing the point.

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PART ONE: D'Angelo Russell met expectations in all the best and worst ways

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:07:47 -0000

PART ONE: After quickly explaining why the live recording was a little behind, Anthony tries to introduce everyone to the weird, fascinating, and damn near impossible to analyze experience that has been D'Angelo Russell's second run with the Lakers.

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PART TWO: How are you feeling about D'Angelo Russell?

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:06:47 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony wraps up his part of the D'Angelo Russell conversation and throws to the live audience, which had its own set of questions.

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FULL EPISODE: D'Angelo Russel season re/preview

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:02:54 -0000

FULL EPISODE: After surviving some shady beef, Anthony tries to have an honest conversation about D'Angelo Russell. He was legitimately good last regular season. He also disappeared in a predictable manner in the playoffs. So... now what?

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PART ONE: Austin Reaves underwhelmed last year; That can't happen again

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains why he thinks Austin Reaves underwhelmed last season, and how the Lakers can avoid him doing so again this year. He needs to be better, and their title window may hinge on his improvement.

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PART TWO: How likely is it that Austin Reaves meets expectations this year?

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony explains why he has confidence Austin Reaves will live up to the borderline unfair expectations the Lakers have placed on him and why it goes back to golf.

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FULL EPISODE: Austin Reaves season re/preview

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony looks back on last season and the expectations heading into it on Austin Reaves. They're oddly similar this season, which kind of speaks to a somewhat underwhelming third year. He needs to take a leap if the Lakers want an actual chance at title contention. There's A LOT riding on Austin this season.

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PART ONE: Early schedule breakdown; Vando, Gabe, JHS Update

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony offers up a brief breakdown of the early parts of the season and why the Lakers need to stack up wins then, in the hopes of convincing the front office to push chips into the middle of the table. He then offers up what little he's heard about Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent and Jalen Hood-Schifino.

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PART TWO: What are fair expectations for Max Christie and Dalton Knecht?

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: A Twitter follower wanted to know which young player really needs to pop this season and the answer is pretty easily Max Christie. To this point, he's been a mostly theoretical player. He's no longer paid like that, and will need to actually produce. Anthony gives his thoughts on his large adult son.

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FULL EPISODE: Schedule stuff; Latest on Vando, Gabe, JHS; Expectations for Max Christie

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony offers his thoughts on the schedule and how it lends a helping hand to the Lakers in one absolutely crucial way. From there, he offers up the latest on Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, and Jalen Hood-Schifino -- as well as why that information is difficult to come by right now. In the back half of the show, with the help of listener/viewer questions, he discusses Max Christie, JJ Redick and Dalton Knect.

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PART ONE: Should Americans fans be expected to root for Team USA?

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Adam introduce and start to dive in on one of the more interesting subjects of recent years. American NBA fans rooting against Team USA because the best player on their favorite team happens to come from a different country.

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PART TWO: How would Nuggets fans handle Nikola Jokic leaving?

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony asks Adam a question he asked Nuggets fans in his mentions: So... what if Nikola Jokic ever leaves? In this NBA economy, you can't overlook the possibility.

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FULL EPISODE: Adam Mares on NBA fans rooting for their star over Team USA, Nuggets offseason

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony welcomes a good friend in Adam Mares back into The Lounge to discuss a phenomenon that really seemed to take hold these Olympics. NBA fans have really embraced rooting for their superstar's country over Team USA. It's fascinating. The guys talk about it on its many levels, then discuss the Denver Nuggets leaking talent ever since winning the championship. Yes, there's Russell Westbrook talk.

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PART ONE: Starting the "perfect" offseason with... centers?

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Brian embark on this exercise to build the perfect offseason in an interesting place: The center spot. They also explain how not moving D'Angelo Russell early on disrupted the rest of the Lakers' plans.

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PART TWO: Which trades should the Lakers have considered more seriously?

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Using the intel Anthony has, he and Brian run through some of the trades the Lakers passed on to see if there was one they maybe should have maybe pulled the trigger on.

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FULL EPISODE: Designing the perfect Lakers offseason with Brian Kamenetzky

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: After a summer of complaining about the Lakers' inactivity, we made Anthony try to fix things, himself -- well, with some help. This is part two of a home-and-home with Brian Kamenetzky of Locked on Lakers.

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PART ONE: Anthony gives the most controversial Lakers take of the summer

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony gives his thoughts on the Olympics now that they've wrapped up, then dives headfirst into one of the more controversial takes he's had recently: D'Angelo Russel should come off the bench this season.

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PART TWO: Mailbag time; Lakers fans really want to figure out JJ Redick's approach

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony takes questions from the live audience and his Twitter followers, where Lakers fans are really curious what JJ Redick's approach next season might be. Yes, this is damn near impossible to define, but it's a fun topic that takes us several directions.

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FULL EPISODE: Let's try to piece together JJ Redick's coaching identity

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony riffs on the Olympics for a little while before turning his attention back to the Lakers. He gives maybe the most controversial Lakers take of the summer. Then, he dives into your questions, and listeners are REALLY curious about JJ Redick's coaching philosophies.

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PART ONE: What is the future of Team USA after LeBron, Steph and KD?

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony is a little nervous about USA basketball's future given how much Team USA is relying on LeBron, Steph and KD in this tournament. He recorded this with Leigh right before LeBron, Steph and KD led a furious comeback against Serbia. Funny how some of this stuff works.

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PART TWO: Leigh Ellis on basketball's global progress, his travels all over the world

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Canada basketball is talented enough to do better in these tournaments than they've done. Anthony asks Leigh Ellis about this, as well as other programs around the world. This winds up being the perfect segue into Leigh's travels around the world and whether he's ready to wage war against pickleball.

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FULL EPISODE: Leigh Ellis on Team USA, international hoops, the Olympics, his pickup tour

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony welcomes one of The Lounge's absolute favorites back. Leigh Ellis is here to talk about the Olympics thus far, Team USA's future, international basketball and the progress all over the world, and his global pickup tour. This is a fun one the guys recorded right before Team USA's thrilling victory over Serbia.

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PART ONE: Anthony and Pete catch up by giving their thoughts on the Lakers offseason

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a far-too-long break, Anthony and Pete catch up. They do so how most friends tend to, by talking about their favorite sports team and the offseason it just had.

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PART TWO: Anthony and Pete on the information industry

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Pete discuss what goes into reporting on the Lakers. How did Pete handle information he had while he worked for the Lakers? From there, they talk about the trade market and their expectations for the Lakers with this likely being the roster on opening night.

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FULL EPISODE: Pete is back!

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Pete catch up after a while and discuss this Lakers offseason. The guys talk about the perception of the Lakers' options and how it may not always line up with reality. They discuss some of the issues that have led to this inaction, though, and where the team goes from here.

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PART ONE: What Anthony's sources are saying about Anthony Davis slimming down

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony asked around after noticing Anthony Davis' physique and explosiveness and the responses were fascinating.

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PART TWO: What is Dalton Knecht's realistic ceiling?

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony answers listener/viewer questions, starting with what he thinks of Dalton Knecht right now and where his career might take him.

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FULL EPISODE: It sure feels like Anthony Davis wants to play in bigger lineups

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony noticed Anthony Davis looking a little slimmer during Olympic play and asked around to see what people either close to the Lakers or around the league thought. From there, he dives into the mailbag(s) to answer all your burning questions.

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PART ONE: Anthony Davis is finally getting credit because he has other good basketball players on his team

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:26:35 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony Davis had arguably his best season to date. Anthony explains why, and then explains why the Lakers need him to do it again, and then some.

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PART TWO: Will this finally be the year Anthony Davis wins DPOY?

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:25:37 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony takes questions from Twitter and the live audience about Anthony Davis, including whether this is finally the year he wins the Defensive Player of The Year Award. This leads to a rant about that award and the way we talk about defense that almost lit the mic on fire.

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SEASON RE/PREVIEW: Anthony Davis was spectacular last year, and needs to do it again

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:24:27 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony Davis was special last year. The Lakers need him to be that and more next year, because they are in no way built to endure even a slight step back from him. All that said, it's been great to watch him thrive with other great NBA players these Olympics. Anthony discusses all that, then answers your questions about Davis and the offseason to this point.

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PART ONE: Jerami Grant. Jerami Grant. Jerami Grant.

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:58:34 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers and Blazers are stuck in a stalemate over Jerami Grant. Anthony and Harrison make the case against the wing Portland is clearly asking too much for.

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PART TWO: Can the Lakers actually evaluate JJ Redick this year?

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:56:48 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison talk about JJ Redick, and how the Lakers are hoping that a rookie coach will be the difference between last year and next season when there aren't enough real changes to point to.

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PART THREE: NERD STUFF

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:54:29 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Harrison touch on three of their favorite subjects to text back and forth on: The MCU (who just welcomed back Robert Downey Jr.), Star Wars, and House of The Dragon.

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FULL EPISODE: Harrison and Anthony have the definitive Jerami Grant conversation

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:51:48 -0000

FULL EPISODE: After a little while away, Harrison comes back to talk about... Jerami Grant. Well, Grant and a whole lot more. The guys talk about this offseason. Anthony asks whether Harrison agrees with his most controversial take. They try to figure out expectations for JJ Redick given the circumstances. Then, because it's been so long, the guys dive headfirst into their nerdier interests.

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PART ONE: Anthony offers up what he's heard about Jerami Grant

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 06:05:01 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony heard all the noise about Jerami Grant and did some asking around about that situation. He offers up what he heard. From there, he discusses Tyus Jones signing in Phoenix for the minimum and how not doing their homework earlier in the offseason has cost the Lakers some interesting opportunities. This part wraps with a quick recap of Team USA's win over Serbia.

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PART TWO: Did this CBA kill the three-star model?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 06:03:43 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony dives into the iTunes, Twitter and Youtube mailbags to let you have your voice heard on the show. Have LeBron James and Anthony Davis' performances in the Olympics changed your stance on building around them this year? Have the Olympics convinced teams to go even more all-in for stars? What does Anthony mean when he says the Lakers lack creativity?

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FULL EPISODE: Jerami Grant, Tyus Jones, Team USA, Questions!

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 06:02:16 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony did some asking around on the Jerami Grant noise and offers up what he heard. He then reacts to Tyus Jones signing for the minimum and how the Lakers missed another opportunity by not taking care of business earlier in the offseason. He recapped the Team USA win against Serbia, then dives into your questions.

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PART ONE: Marveling at the season LeBron James just had

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony explains why the season LeBron James just had may be one of the most impressive things he's ever seen in his almost 40 years as a sports fan.

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PART TWO: How can the Lakers build around a 40-year-old LeBron?

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: After discussing the season LeBron is coming off of, Anthony looks ahead to try to set fair expectations for a 40-year-old superstar. Part of the equation is going to have to be supplementing the roster with players who make up for places where James' game has slipped. Rob Pelinka hasn't been able to do it yet. Can he ever figure this out?

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SEASON RE/PREVIEW: How long can LeBron James hold off Father Time?

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony kicks off the season re/preview series with LeBron James. He's coming off of one of the most spectacular individual seasons Anthony has ever seen across any sport. The question facing him and the Lakers is: Can he keep it up? If so, how can the Lakers make life easier on him?

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PART ONE: Jeanie Buss on parity; What is this roster capable of next season?

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: After a quick series of thoughts on Jeanie Buss discussing parity, Anthony dives into the mailbag, where listeners want to know if this is indeed the roster for next season and, if so, what it's capable of.

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PART TWO: LeBron James and Steph Curry's flirting is impossible to ignore

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Listeners had some great questions but none lit up Anthony's face the way it did when someone asked about LeBron and Steph seeming to enjoy every second of getting to play together.

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FULL EPISODE: Jeanie Buss speaks on difficulties of modern era compared to Showtime

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Jeanie Buss was asked about the issues the Lakers keep running into and, while it's altogether fair to point out how different the league is now compared to when her father was building dynasties, that doesn't excuse the Lakers ignoring margins in a way that inhibits their growth. Anthony discusses that, then dives into a fun mailbag.

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How to be optimistic about the '24-25 Lakers

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:20:44 -0000

Anthony has spent his vacation ranting about the Lakers not being able to do anything this summer. So, in order to improve his and your mood, he tried to stay positive for the whole show. You can find out whether he was able to.

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BREAKING: Our spirits!

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:00:56 -0000

Anthony unleashes yet another series of rants after the Lakers miss out on another starting-caliber talent. Gary Trent Jr. chose Milwaukee over the Lakers on a minimum contract. Anthony has some details on the matter, too.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers just can't stop getting in their own way

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony offers up the latest that he heard from Vegas, where most people seem resigned to the Lakers running it back next season. He did outline a couple moves on the margins the Lakers could make, if they cared about such things. He also briefly touches on the Lakers fumbling a real asset for no practical or sentimental reason. He wraps up with questions from the mailbags.

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The latest on Wendell Carter Jr. and Gary Trent Jr. ... and LeBron James Jr.

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony heard enough noise about these things that he figured he'd record a quick episode before he made the trip out to Las Vegas.

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PART 1: WELCOME TO THE OLYMPIC LOUNGE

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:37:31 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj break down Team USA comfortably handling Team Canada. Anthony Davis should probably start from here on out. Oh, and boy, it sure seems like LeBron and Steph like playing together.

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PART 2: The whole "player development" initiative has hit a bit of a snag

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:34:34 -0000

PART TWO: Rob Pelinka said back when they hired JJ Redick their focus would be developing the team's youth. Well, it isn't off to the greatest start.

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PART 3: Anthony unleashes the rant to end all rants on Rob Pelinka

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:29:50 -0000

PART THREE: With word starting to come out that this is likely the Lakers' roster heading into next season, Anthony has had enough with Rob Pelinka. To end on a positive note, Raj talks about Dalton Knecht.

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FULL EPISODE: Welcome to The Olympics Lounge (plus Anthony loses his mind on this offseason)

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:07:06 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony and Raj enjoyed watching Anthony Davis look as great as he did with actual defenders on his team. Things were going great. LeBron and Steph are tampering. Embiid looks like a joke. Things were all going great until Raj wanted to talk about the summer league Lakers and it sent Anthony to a dark, dark place.

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Power ranking Lakers targets on the trade and free agent market

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony has spent countless hours chasing who the Lakers might be targeting only to be sitting here with you, waiting for them to do *something*. In that time, he's realized he hasn't really analyzed who makes the most sense for the team right now, price included. So, using what he knows about the state of talks for these targets, he ranks who he has the most-to-least interest in.

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PART ONE: Dan Hurley's new contract seems... low?

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: After discussing why he is seriously concerned about this roster moving forward, Anthony wonders why Dan Hurley signed a contract that was so unimpressive to remain at UConn. He then takes a couple questions from the live YouTube audience.

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PART TWO: Fans are starting to wonder loudly about whether Jeanie Buss will ever sell

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony dives into the Twitter mailbag where people are wondering about the ownership situation and whether that will ever change. Anthony's answer might surprise you *EXTREME RADIO VOICE*

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers are worse now; Dan Hurley extension; more mailbag

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony breaks down why he thinks the Lakers are worse and why he isn't comfortable with the gambles the Lakers are making. From there, he discusses Dan Hurley's extension with UConn. He also realized he didn't hear from the Twitter audience in yesterday's mailbag so he took some questions from there, including one about Jeanie Buss selling the team.

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PART ONE: An update on the Zach LaVine topic

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony wondered aloud last week about Zach LaVine and whether he made sense if Chicago was willing to attach draft capital to move him. He asked around and, based on what he heard, it doesn't seem like the Lakers are all that interested. From there, he discusses what he thinks is fair and unfair criticism of this front office as it struggles once again to improve the roster.

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PART TWO: Mailbag Monday

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony dives into the mailbags to answer questions about Zach LaVine, the lack of trades dating back to last year, and other topics.

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FULL EPISODE: What is "fair" to criticize with Lakers' inactive offseason?

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony understands why Lakers fans are restless, so tries to figure out what is fair criticism of the front office this summer and what isn't. From there, he takes questions from the iTunes mailbag and the live youtube audience.

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Anthony makes the case for Zach LaVine; plus, the latest on the trade market

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 22:38:19 -0000

The Lakers are still trying to make moves, but it's starting to feel how last year's deadline felt. Anthony talks about the trade market and why he understands the Lakers not wanting to pay as much as they're being asked to by everyone who is trying to move their guys. He then explains why he thinks people have a little too low on Zach LaVine and why the Lakers should be seriously considering trading for him. He wraps with the latest example of Lucy holding that damn football for Charlie Brown.

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OH YOU THOUGHT WE'D TAKE JULY FOURTH OFF???

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 23:05:27 -0000

After Harrison made Anthony aware that he was trend on Twitter, we forced Anthony to get into the studio. The result is a story about unicorn fireworks, updates across the Lakers' trade and free agency options, and Marvin Gaye singing the "Star Spangled Banner."

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BREAKING: LeBron James signs 1+1 max deal

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 16:14:25 -0000

Anthony reacts to the kind of contract LeBron James signed and what it says about the confidence he currently has in the Lakers front office. This also puts a clock on the Lakers to execute their deals before he puts pen to paper and makes them for at least a little while a second-apron team and limits what they can do on trades.

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FULL EPISODE: THINGS AREN'T GREAT RIGHT, BOB

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 04:10:41 -0000

The Lakers have arguably had to the worst offseason in their division despite the Clippers losing Paul George and the Warriors losing Klay Thompson. Anthony and Harrison react to it, and all give you up to that minute information on where things stand now.

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BREAKING: Klay Thompson to sign with the Mavericks (maybe)

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 23:02:40 -0000

Anthony reacts to Klay Thompson reportedly coming to an agreement with the Dallas Mavericks, spurning the Lakers' more lucrative contract offer. Anthony explains why things aren't quite adding up here. He explains how things got to this point with Klay and why the Lakers once again were hurt by misplaced confidence and Rob Pelinka not being able to close the deal. He continues to talking about what comes next and one name in particular he's keeping an eye on: DeMar DeRozan.

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Yossi Gozlan on the cap options the Lakers have depending on moves they're waiting for

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 06:10:04 -0000

With day one of free agency now behind us the Lakers... look exactly like they look at the end of last season. Anthony talks to Yossi Gozlan (@YossiGozlan) about their options moving forward as we all wait for some kind of outcome to their current staring contests.

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BREAKING NEWS: D'Angelo Russell opts in; Lakers will likely look to trade him

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 07:35:00 -0000

Anthony and special guest Edwin Garcia (Silver Screen & Roll) break down D'Angelo Russell opting into his player option. Chances are the Lakers will look to trade him, but the guys go through every scenario after a HUGE development for the Lakers.

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PART ONE: The Bronny James conversation

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:03:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj discuss Bronny getting drafted. Anthony offers up his concerns with the situation. The attempt here is to try to offer nuance to a conversation completely lacking it.

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PART 2: On Rob Pelinka's definition of mamba mentality

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony is sick and tired of hearing about how hard it is to do anything as the Lakers succeeded in doing nothing beyond the picks they had coming into the draft. If the organization is shield itself with the mantra of Mamba Mentality, they'd better practice it, too.

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PART 3: What do the Lakers owe LeBron James, Anthony Davis?

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj discuss LeBron's and AD's patience with this organization. At some point, might it ruin out?

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FULL CONVERSATION: LAKERS DRAFT MEGA REVIEW

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Bronny James. Dalton Knecht. LeBron James. Rob Pelinka. Kobe. Raj and Anthony had a conversation that hit on everything.

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PART ONE: Holy s*** the Lakers got a STEAL

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:40:39 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj react to arguably the best value of the draft. Dalton Knecht is a bonafide bucket and Raj is barely touching the ground.

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PART TWO: No more excuses, do your job, Rob Pelinka

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:35:38 -0000

PART TWO: After being positive for the whole first half of the show, Anthony does have one gripe that fans probably share. Hey, Rob Pelinka, stop telling us how difficult this new CBA makes your job. Everyone is working under the agreement. Do your job.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers may have landed the steal of the draft with Dalton Knecht

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 06:33:15 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony tries to wrangle Raj into calming down long enough to talk about the Lakers' first-round pick. Dalton Knecht tumbled down the board and wound up with the Lakers, who are thrilled to have him. The guys talk about his game, why they loved the process that landed him there and what else they're hoping for from the draft. To wrap things up, Anthony whines up Rob Pelinka making excuses about how hard his job is.

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NBA DRAFT PREVIEW BONANZA

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:39:12 -0000

Anthony went live on our youtube page to preview what promises to be a significant day, no matter the outcome. Will they take someone at 17? Who? What are their needs? What comes after the draft? What kind of offseason might this be? Everything you need to know before the big night.

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PART ONE: NBA hiring practices have taken a big step back, societally speaking

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Mirin expand on a piece she wrote for The Ringer on some of the hiring practices throughout the NBA. Were those interviews for Becky Hammon nothing more than a publicity stunt? The Lakers specifically said they wanted to do something "different" this coaching search. Well, there was one option in that regard they never considered.

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PART TWO: Mirin Fader on Zach Edey as a prospect and his quick growth in basketball

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: After a super smooth segue from a more serious topic, Anthony asks Mirin about the time she spent profiling Zach Edey, the fascinating big man out of Purdue who, as recently as a decade ago would be a surefire first overall pick. Now, the Lakers might have a chance at landing him at 17. If they did, who would they be getting?

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FULL EPISODE: Mirin Fader on a couple disappointing trends in NBA hiring practices; Zach Edey's potential

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Mirin Fader (The Ringer) stops by The Lounge to discuss a couple profiles she's written recently. She's one of our favorite guests and this is a particularly fun show, as Harrison isn't here to get in the way.

First, she and Anthony discuss how disappointing it's been to watch women's presence in the NBA dwindle even while the women's game has exploded in popularity. This, combined with Black coaches struggling to find and keep footholds in the league is worth further conversation.

From there, Anthony segues awkwardly to a profile she wrote on Zach Edey and why she thinks his game will translate to the NBA.

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PART ONE: The five clips that perfectly summarize JJ Redick's intro presser

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:54:57 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to five clips in particular that summarized JJ Redick's introductory presser or explained what they're looking to do as an organization moving forward.

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PART TWO: D'Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt go unmentioned at Redick's presser

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:52:28 -0000

PART TWO: After getting through the most important clips from the presser, Anthony reacts to a couple guys going unmentioned. D'Angelo Russell and Jarred Vanderbilt's names never came up in the 50 or so minutes Redick and Pelinka were on stage. Anthony discusses that, then takes questions from the live audience.

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick's introductory press conference gave a fascinating look at the Lakers' intentions

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:51:16 -0000

FULL EPISODE: The Lakers introduced JJ Redick as their new head coach. Anthony marvels at Rob Pelinka not exactly coming off the way he normally does in such a setting. We did get some real insight into the Lakers' intentions, though, even if they don't really seem to line up with the reality they're facing.

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PART ONE: Is this finally the year the Lakers go all-in to compete for next season?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 07:11:05 -0000

PART ONE: After giving some initial thoughts on what he's hoping to see in JJ Redick's intro presser, Anthony dives into the iTunes mailbag. A listener asked about the Lakers going all-in to this point, and Anthony started wondering if this might finally be the year they go that route.

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PART TWO: What drafting someone at 17 could mean for the rest of the offseason

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 07:09:45 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony discusses what the fallout could be from drafting a player at 17 this year. Then, right as he was getting to wrap up the episode, a live viewer asked an absolute doozie of a question about Lakers ownership and the options there.

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FULL EPISODE: What to look forward to with JJ Redick being formally announced; Mailbag

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 07:04:43 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony offers up a few thoughts on what to expect or hope for from JJ Redick's impending introductory presser, then throws to a particularly full and fun mailbag. Listeners wanted to know about Dejounte Murray, D'Angelo Russell, Jeanie Buss, and plenty more.

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Ricky O'Donnell on a wild draft that should kick off an insane summer

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes a good friend of the show to break down the NBA draft, heading into what could be a positively bonkers week leading up to it. This was a bonus episode because of the short notice and Ricky is the absolute best. You won't want to miss this one.

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PART ONE: Can we not talk about JJ Redick for a little while?

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:25:29 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony was sick of talking about a story he broke days ago. So he and Aaron talked about the draft, free agency and the offseason in general instead.

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PART TWO: Anthony and Aaron react to the big news "breaking"

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:23:50 -0000

PART TWO: Right as the show was getting ready to end, Woj tweeted out what you already knew: JJ Redick is the head coach of the Lakers. The guys react, then Anthony scrambled off to prepare for everything else he had to do now that the news was "out."

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FULL EPISODE: JJ Redick finally gets leaked to Woj; Anthony and Aaron are truly shocked

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:22:40 -0000

FULL EPISODE: In an effort to finally move on from this whole JJ Redick news cycle, Anthony and Aaron discuss the CBA's impact on how teams are approaching the draft, free agency, and the trade market. Then, because there is no leaving the JJ Redick news cycle behind us, "news" "breaks" that Redick will be the Lakers next head coach. Seeing as we've known and told you that was the case for a few days now, we were all truly shocked by the news.

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PART ONE: How we actually and finally arrived at JJ Redick, head coach of the Lakers

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:15:55 -0000

PART ONE: Harrison convinced Anthony to run a victory lap. It's super awkward because Anthony no longer runs laps. Once that's out of the way, Anthony explains what has gone into JJ Redick being named the head coach of the Lakers.

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PART TWO: Updates on options for JJ Redick's coaching staff, listener questions

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:13:24 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Harrison go through the names on the Lakers' reported list of candidates for JJ Redick's assistant coaching staff. To wrap up the show, the guys answer questions from the live youtube audience.

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FULL EPISODE: This one's for you, Loungers

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:13:09 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony has had this story all along. So, after running a quick victory lap where we all get to celebrate together, he explains the timeline that led to JJ Redick getting hired as the next coach of the Lakers. The guys talk about what this week has been like, and the next steps now that the Lakers have their head coach.

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PART 1: Anthony tries to focus after Kendrick ended Drake's career

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:04:20 -0000

PART 1: With "Not Like Us" still playing in his head, Anthony tries to calm down and update you on the JJ Redick situation. Midway through his attempt at doing so, Raj steps into The Lounge and they couldn't help but laugh at that incredible concert (while trying to focus on the topic at hand).

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PART 2: Woj and Shams' stories on their own aren't quite adding up

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:01:27 -0000

PART 2: Anthony takes you behind the curtain of what the last 24-48 hours have been like, as he's been out on the limb that the Lakers and Redick had this figured out. It hasn't been great!

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PART 3: Reacting to Woj reporting the Lakers haven't made an offer to Redick

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:59:39 -0000

PART 3: Late-ish in the conversation, Adrian Wojnarowski reported on ESPN that the Lakers haven't made an offer to JJ Redick but are "focused" on him in their coaching search. Anthony explains why he doesn't really buy it, then answers super comments from the live audience.

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FULL EPISODE: Another day spent waiting for the Lakers to announce JJ Redick already

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:57:44 -0000

FULL EPISODE: The Lakers waited yet another day to announce that they've hired JJ Redick. Anthony comes back down to earth after the Kendrick Lamar concert to talk about that, then, Raj makes a special appearance to offer up this process from his perspective.

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Harrison came back from the dead before the Lakers officially announced their next head coach

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:53:50 -0000

Harrison comes back after damn near a month. The guys talk about where Harrison's been and the roll his super long neck played in his absence. Then, the guys talk about Anthony's reporting on JJ Redick and the Lakers. It's just a matter of time.

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With JJ Redick in all likelihood hired, what comes next for the Lakers?

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:52:10 -0000

Anthony and Harrison pick up their conversation from where they left off, then look ahead to what JJ Redick's coaching staff might look like.

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BREAKING: JJ Redick to be named next coach of the Lakers

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:25:34 -0000

The Lakers are set to hire JJ Redick as the next head coach of the franchise. Anthony tells you all about his morning, the tea leaves that led him to asking some direct questions, and how everything got here. Then, he examines where they might go next. More coming later today.

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APPATEASER: Well, we're all on JJ Redick watch, now

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:47:13 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to the Celtics retaking the rings lead, then offers up the latest of what he heard over the weekend regarding the Lakers' pursuit of a head coach. The JJ Redick announcement should be coming any day now.

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APPATEASER: How do other front offices view the way the Lakers are run?

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:46:14 -0000

PART TWO: Listeners had some great questions lined up with an extra day to work with. Anthony responds as listeners proposed a couple trades, asked about how the Lakers front office is viewed throughout the league, and tried to slip him a little copium.

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FULL EPISODE: Lessons from (ugh) the Celtics championship, JJ Redick latest, mailbag

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:45:11 -0000

FULL EP.: Anthony reacts to that team from Boston winning this year's championship and how they took the talking points he's brought up the last few years and showed the value in marginal upgrades. Then, he offers up the latest on JJ Redick now that the Finals are over. He wraps by diving into a rather full and productive mailbag.

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Ethan Strauss on Shams vs. Woj, Dan Hurley, the Lakers and JJ Redick

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

According to Adrian Wojnarowski, JJ Redick is just now embarking on the process to potentially become the Lakers' next head coach. Anthony never thought Woj's story made any sense and explains why. In order to do so, he welcomes Ethan Strauss (House of Strauss), who wrote a phenomenal piece on all the dynamics at play here.

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Remembering Jerry West

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Jerry West has passed away. Anthony reacts to the loss, gives his thoughts on the very human story of regret between West and the Lakers, and then ends on a positive note by telling a story about the time he met Mr. Clutch.

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Anthony pushes Aaron on whether the Lakers should have a come-to-Jesus moment

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

With Dan Hurley passing on the Lakers' gig and the narrative swirling that coaching the Lakers isn't actually that great a job, Anthony presses Aaron on whether the Lakers should be staring themselves in the mirror.

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APPATEASER: Are the Lakers fixable?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:47:10 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Trevor discuss the state of the Lakers right now. Are they fixable? What would that look like?

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APPATEASER: Is being the Lakers' head coach a bad job?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:46:57 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Trevor react to a clip of Zach Lowe saying the Lakers head coaching gig is a bad job right now. Is it? This isn't a yes or no question. Then, Anthony takes a few comments from the live audience.

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FULL EPISODE: Trevor Lane on the state of the Lakers, and whether all this is fixable

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:35:52 -0000

FULL CONVERSATION: Anthony welcomes Trevor Lane (LakersNation) on the show to talk about the state of the Lakers currently, after Dan Hurley turned down their offer to remain at UConn. The guys talk about the organization's perception around the league, the offer the team made to Hurley, and where they go from here, plus whether LeBron James should or will stay in L.A. given everything going on.

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APPATEASER: Rob Pelinka didn't get his guy... again

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:17:20 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony reacts to the news from earlier in the day that Dan Hurley is staying at UConn. This is yet another brutal blow to the sheen of the Lakers. Will this wake them up from their poorly conceived notion of exceptionalism?

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APPATEASER: Listeners give their thoughts on the Lakers missing out on Dan Hurley

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:15:57 -0000

PART TWO: In times like these, sometimes it's best to just get out of the way and let listeners rant and rave. Anthony responds to comments from the live audience as they come to grips with this situation.

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FULL EPISODE: Dan Hurley turns down Lakers' offer; Lakers need to wise up

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:14:39 -0000

The Lakers thought they had a chance here. Anthony breaks down the entire situation and tries to figure out where they head from here.

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APPATEASER: The basketball world waits for Dan Hurley

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:00:36 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony outlines how we arrived here and discusses how interesting it he finds it that the Lakers have basically shut off all communication.

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APPATEASER: Who has the most at stake in Lakers' coaching hire?

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:59:26 -0000

PART TWO: As we await Dan Hurley's decision, Anthony outlines who has the most at stake depending on how all this goes. Rob Pelinka NEEDS this one.

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FULL EPISODE: Well, we're all waiting on Dan Hurley

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:57:23 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony updates you on the situation as the Lakers and basketball world at large waits for Dan Hurley's decision/announcement. How did we get here? What does "here" even mean? What comes next? Who has the most at stake?

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Source: The Lakers are prepping a nine-figure offer for Dan Hurley

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 22:59:35 -0000

Anthony discusses the offer he had explained to him at Costco. He also compared Dan Hurley with JJ Redick. Oh, and he wonders how things might go when Dan tries to tell LeBron James how to handle a late-game situation. Then, he takes questions from the live audience.

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What a bleeping day... The latest on Dan Hurley, JJ Redick and the reporting on all of this

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a weird, wild day. What's the latest on Dan Hurley? What's the latest on JJ Redick? What comes next? Plus, an explanation on reporting and where Anthony actually erred in all this.

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BREAKING: Lakers in contact with Dan Hurley about coaching gig

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 17:18:00 -0000

First, Anthony hopped on live to break down an eventful morning of reports that the Lakers and Dan Hurley have been in contact about potentially becoming their next head coach. Midway through the show, Aaron hops on to discuss the latest, and wonder about Hurley as a potential candidate.

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APPATEASER: The process that led to JJ Redick has us worried

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:16:38 -0000

PART ONE: After a fun discussion on the Locked On Lakers feed on the faulty process that led to JJ Redick, Anthony leans on Andy and Brian Kamenetzky to explain why process matters and why we should pay attention to such things.

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APPATEASER: Can the Lakers actually develop JJ Redick?

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: After discussing the process that has led to the seemingly inevitable hire of JJ Redick, Anthony and the Kamenetzky brothers discuss whether or not they think the Lakers have the wherewithal and patience to develop a young head coach. This seems fairly important as they prepare to hire a rookie in more ways than most.

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FULL EPISODE: The Kamenetzky Brothers on why process matters

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL CONVERSATION: Anthony welcomes Andy and Brian Kamenetzky (Locked On Lakers, ESPN, Spectrum) in a home-and-home conversation on the Lakers' "search" for a head coach. Anthony wants to try to fully explain why process matters in these things, which allows for a free-flowing, fun conversation about the state of the Lakers ahead of their next head coaching hire.

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APPATEASER: JJ Redick feels all the more inevitable, let's talk about process

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:12:16 -0000

PART ONE: With more reports out there echoing what Anthony has been saying, he discusses the process that has gotten the Lakers to this point and where's it's been lacking.

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APPATEASER: LeBron praises Kyrie Irving... why it doesn't really matter

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:12:05 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony wraps up the Redick conversation, then answers questions from the live youtube audience. LeBron praised Kyrie. It was actually pretty cool, seeing as there is no avenue to a reunion. That, plus the most realistic and productive offseason a listener has given to this point.

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers Are SUPER DUPER HYPER ZEROED IN on JJ Redick

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:11:44 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Another day, another series of reports that echo what we've been saying all along. JJ Redick is gonna be the next coach.

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APPATEASER: Would JJ Redick actually get more buy-in from LeBron and AD?

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:14:02 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony gives the latest on the Lakers and JJ Redick, conversations they technically can have with him now, and whether his relationship with LeBron James might mean he'll get great buy-in from the guys at the top of the roster.

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APPATEASER: What is Austin Reaves' trade value?

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:12:51 -0000

PART TWO: After Anthony catches his breath (and, more importantly, uses that moment to play one of the most popular clips in show history), he answers a question from the iTunes mailbag on why Austin Reaves' market seems low compared to other names on the market. From there, he continues through questions from the live audience and Twitter.

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FULL EPISODE: Everyone is waiting for the Lakers to just hire JJ Redick already

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:11:24 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony updates you on the Lakers' "search" for a head coach (heavy on the air quotes), which, not a ton to update with. We all still know where it's heading. Just waiting for the official announcement/leak. Then, he cleared up the rest of the episode to get to a particularly full and productive mailbag(s).

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APPATEASER: What to make of all the difference reports on the Lakers' coaching search

Fri, 31 May 2024 06:19:52 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony welcomes Dan Woike (L.A. Times) to discuss the broad spectrum of reports on the Lakers' search for a head coach. Without giving too much away on their sourcing, the two try to explain what might be going on.

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APPATEASER: Reports on JJ Redick putting his staff together may not mean he's the guy

Fri, 31 May 2024 06:15:26 -0000

PART TWO: Dan Woike (L.A. Times) explains why he doesn't make the same jump everyone else does when reports surface of the staff JJ Redick has in mind.

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APPATEASER: Are we sure Rob Pelinka should still be able to make this hire?

Fri, 31 May 2024 06:14:05 -0000

PART THREE: A live viewer asked the question and the guys answered it honestly... Rob Pelinka has had a bumpy tenure that's featured really high highs and extremely low lows. He's on his third coach in five years. Should he be the guy making that hire?

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FULL EPISODE: Dan Woike on JJ Redick, Lakers, 'noise,' major roster decisions this summer

Fri, 31 May 2024 06:12:04 -0000

FULL CONVERSATION: Anthony welcomes Dan Woike (L.A. Times) to discuss the various reports out there about the Lakers' search for a head coach. The Lakers consider the links to JJ Redick noise, but if they're the ones making it, what are we supposed to do? They discuss assistant coaches, whether the Lakers are capable developing a young head coach, and the directions they should take the roster in this summer before answering some questions from the live audience.

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APPATEASER: A good ol' fashioned report-off

Thu, 30 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: The Lakers want it known they're thinking long and hard about their next head coach. So now we have conflicting reports from all kinds of platforms. Anthony tries to explain what might be going on.

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APPATEASER: A complicated discussion about Rajon Rondo

Thu, 30 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony has, for years, hinted at why Rajon Rondo hasn't been considered as a viable candidate to coach the Lakers in any capacity. Now, with rumors out there that they might consider him now, Anthony goes into detail on the matter. Warning: This subject is incredibly complicated and can be triggering for some. Let's have some empathy.

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FULL EPISODE: Contradictory reporting on "noise" surrounding Lakers' next head coach

Thu, 30 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: There are multiple contradictory reports out there about the Lakers' search for a head coach. Anthony compiles them as best he can and adds what little else he has to offer, then explains what might be going on there. End of the day, this feels like a smokescreen.

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APPATEASER: Raj reacts to Anthony's reporting on JJ Redick

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:41:32 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj continue to build on the story that is JJ Redick's potential employment with the Lakers. The guys discuss Anthony's latest reporting, how Raj feels about it, the timing of it all, and this whole weird Ty Lue-Clippers situation.

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APPATEASER: What is JJ Redick's basketball philosophy?

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:38:59 -0000

PART TWO: As we get closer to JJ Redick becoming the Lakers' next head coach, Anthony and Raj offer up their theories on what he'll prioritize on the court in that position. Anthony hopes the Lakers are ready to carry out that vision.

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APPATEASER: Are the Lakers actually equipped to hire JJ Redick?

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:37:34 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Raj dive into the super comments from the live youtube audience. Listeners wanted to talk about their faith in the Lakers front office, Kyrie Irving what-ifs, more coach stuff, and how the Lakers would adjust if they don't land Donovan Mitchell.

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FULL EPISODE: Latest on JJ, assistant coach search, Bronny James

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:35:45 -0000

Anthony and Raj get together to discuss Anthony's reporting on JJ Redick. How does Raj feel about the potential hire with it feeling pretty imminent. The guys spend some time on Ty Lue's continued standoff with the Clippers and why Anthony doesn't think it impacts the Lakers. From there, they discuss the Wolves extending the series, the assistant coaches rumored to be a part of Redick's staff, Bronny James narrowing down his workout list, and more.

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APPATEASER: JJ Redick hiring feels imminent; Remembering Bill Walton

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:36:38 -0000

Anthony explains why he thinks it's only a matter of time until JJ Redick is hired as the next head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. He then takes a little time to remember Bill Walton.

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APPATEASER: What would you ask candidates if you were in charge of the head coach search?

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:33:21 -0000

Anthony dives into the mailbags to answer all kinds of questions, but one in particular really gets him going. This is a fun one.

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FULL EPISODE: Signs continue to point toward JJ Redick being the Lakers' next head coach

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:30:21 -0000

Anthony heard a few more rumblings and everything he's hearing is pointing towards one outcome in the "search" for the Lakers' next head coach. He talks about the latest reporting and what he's heard, then wonders how you feel about it JJ Redick's imminent hiring. From there, he throw to questions from the iTunes, YouTube and Twitter mailbags.

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APPATEASER: The role ownership plays in coaches getting fired so quickly

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

With coaches getting fired mere years after legitimate success, Anthony couldn't help but wonder about how easy it is to fire a coach and how apparently difficult it is to fire the people who put the rosters together.

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APPATEASER: The impact player empowerment has had on coach stability

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

After talking about the role ownership plays in coaches getting fired as quickly as they are nowadays, the guys talk about the inverse dynamic between stars and coaches.

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APPATEASER: The NBA needs to open up award voting

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART THREE: Anthony and Aaron wrap up the conversation with some thoughts on this year's award voting, and how the NBA can mitigate against bad faith voters by opening up voting opportunities to more people.

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FULL EPISODE: Why are coaches seen as so much easier to replace than front office executives?

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony can't help but wonder why coaches get shuffled like crazy but front office execs get so many more chances. That least to a conversation on whether coaches are getting fired a little too easily and the various factors affecting that. The guys move from that to awards voting and all kinds of other fun stuff.

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APPATEASER: The Lakers really wasted All-NBA seasons from BOTH LeBron and AD...

Thu, 23 May 2024 06:28:29 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss the Mavs and Wolves playing in yet another great game these playoffs and how, in this new CBA, teams are rewarded for pushing chips into the middle of the table.

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APPATEASER: Well, Anthony is going to hell

Thu, 23 May 2024 06:26:55 -0000

The guys eventually do get around to talking about the nonsense leaks lately, but the show gets derailed when Anthony wonders aloud whether the Russ trade hurt more than losing some family members. Yeah, that really happened.

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FULL EPISODE: These playoffs keep showing that LeBron James and Anthony Davis just need a viable shot

Thu, 23 May 2024 06:20:18 -0000

Coming off of yet another close playoff game that makes people rethink their vision of how good these teams might be, Anthony and Harrison can't help but point out how bad a look it is that the Lakers sat out the deadline with LeBron James and Anthony Davis having respective All-NBA seasons. The guys also discuss some of the purposeful leaking from the last couple days.

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APPATEASER: Anthony actually speaks positively about Chris Paul

Wed, 22 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony expands on a name Eric Pincus offered up in a pod with friend of the show Jovan Buha: Chris Paul. Whether it's him in particular or someone else, the Lakers have really missed having someone in the locker room who can hold everyone in it accountable. He also reacted to the Celtics-Pacers game and lost his mind over the entire league being mediocre and the Lakers not pushing their chips into the middle of the table.

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APPATEASER: Why the Lakers have some confidence in their chances at landing Donovan Mitchell

Wed, 22 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony catches his breath after ranting about the Celtics getting lucky in game one of the Eastern Conference Finals only to get all amped up again when a listener tells him to fix the Lakers.

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FULL EPISODE: Chris Paul, JJ Redick, and the need to surround inexperience with, well, experience

Wed, 22 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens the show with some thoughts on Chris Paul and how the Lakers will need to get whoever their next head coach is help within the locker room. He then rants about the Celtics and how the league forcing parity should make it easier for the Lakers to go all in. He then dives into listener/viewer questions.

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LeBron James gets out ahead of blame if the Lakers hire JJ Redick and it doesn't go well

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to rumors on LeBron James making it known whoever the Lakers hire is a Lakers (and Rob Pelinka) decision. He's a little fed up.

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APPATEASER: Dynasties are hard

Mon, 20 May 2024 06:23:29 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Raj break down OUR Minnesota Timberwolves taking care of business against the Denver Nuggets.

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APPATEASER: Raj reacts to Anthony's JJ Redick report

Mon, 20 May 2024 06:21:20 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony broke over the weekend that it feels like JJ Redick will be the next Lakers head coach. He wants to know what Raj thinks of that. The guys give their borderline existential takes of coaching in general.

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APPATEASER: Anthony was right; The Lakers should've tanked

Mon, 20 May 2024 06:18:21 -0000

PART THREE: The Lakers did the morally correct thing and won when they needed to. It got them one extra playoff win. Anthony was right. They should've tanked and maybe would've avoid the Nuggets altogether. TAKE THE L, RAJ. The guys wrap with some super comments.

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FULL EPISODE: Dynasties are tough (plus lots and lots of JJ Redick talk)

Mon, 20 May 2024 06:15:55 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to the Nuggets losing to OUR Minnesota Timberwolves. Anthony offers a little more context on his report from over the weekend on JJ Redick and lets Raj react to Redick as a potential head coach. To wrap things up, Anthony reminds Raj how right he was about tanking and throws to the super comments.

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APPATEASER: Anthony explains why he's ok with JJ Redick being the likely next Lakers head coach

Fri, 17 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony isn't sure why people have already made up their minds with such a weak head coach candidate market. He and Aaron discuss that, and why NBA teams suck at hiring head coaches.

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APPATEASER: Why hiring NBA head coaches is an imperfect science

Fri, 17 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: Anthony and Aaron pick up where they left off on why it's so difficult to predict how a candidate is going to perform as an NBA head coach. Once they wrap up there, Anthony offers up his rant on Rudy Gobert, regular season awards, and why they don't represent what tends to actually matter. The guys rant with a couple super comments.

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FULL EPISODE: How much does experience matter for a would-be head coach?

Fri, 17 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

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Jason Timpf on Lakers-Donovan Mitchell rumors, JJ Redick, playoff lessons

Thu, 16 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show Jason Timpf (The Volume) on to talk about the rumors surrounding the Lakers and Donovan Mitchell, the latest on their search for a head coach (and what they should look for), and the lessons they need to learn from these playoffs.

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APPATEASER: Would the Lakers ever consider trading for Tyronn Lue?

Wed, 15 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

PART ONE: Anthony and Jovan discuss his report on the newly updated list of Lakers' head coach candidates. Things have been moving conspicuously slow. How much does that have to do with Tyronn Lue? The Clippers have traded for a coach before, would they consider trading one? Is the price worth it?

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APPATEASER: Jovan Buha on how the Lakers would fill out the rest of the coaching staff

Wed, 15 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

PART TWO: To wrap up their conversation on the Lakers' search for their next head coach, Anthony and Jovan the assistant coaches who will need to be selected carefully no matter who their next head coach is. Then, the guys discuss the direction the roster can be taken this summer. Will the Lakers go star hunting? Finally, they discuss LeBron appearing at a playoff game in Cleveland and why it launched a storm of speculation.

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FULL EPISODE: Jovan Buha on Lakers' head coach search, offseason direction, LeBron's tactics

Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony welcomes Jovan Buha (The Athletic, Buha's Block) to discuss all the latest on the Lakers' search for a head coach.

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APPATEASER: Trying to make sense of the Bronny James draft situation

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:41:11 -0000

Anthony discusses Bronny James being cleared by the NBA to remain in the draft and his workouts. The analysis has been incredibly polite, which is nice generally, but has felt almost patronizing as people seem reluctant to be fully honest about LeBron James' kid. He also discusses LeBron heading to Cleveland for their playoff game and the latest on the head coaching search.

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APPATEASER: Anthony loses his mind because listeners keep asking about point guards

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:38:22 -0000

After promising to go back in and answer questions from Sunday's mailbag, Anthony lives up to his word and is glad he did. What a great bunch of questions, highlighted by one in particular that may has cause a minor aneurism because he's sick of talking about point guards.

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FULL EPISODE: LeBron James sends a friendly reminder of how popular he is in Cleveland

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:33:47 -0000

FULL EPISODE: Anthony discusses the weird situation and conversation surrounding Bronny James, who was cleared by the NBA to remain in the NBA Draft. Then, he has a little fun with LeBron James checking out a playoff game in Cleveland. That quickly becomes a fairly serious take on James' player option and the pressure Anthony hopes gets applied to an organization that needs a kick in the butt. He offers up the latest on the head coach search and wraps with a dive into the mailbag/comment section.

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APPATEASER: The Lakers are smartly remaining patient on their next head coach

Mon, 13 May 2024 06:39:06 -0000

Anthony discusses the fallout from Mike Budenholzer and what he knows about that situation, then allows that to serve as a backdrop for how the Lakers are handling their search for a head coach. All roads currently leads back to Tyronn Lue, and until they get clarity on that situation, they aren't likely to make an official hire. This leads to a rare sentiment: Anthoyn agreeing with their approach.

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APPATEASER: Why Rob Pelinka might involves more voices this offseason

Mon, 13 May 2024 06:38:15 -0000

Anthony answers a few more questions about the Lakers' head coach search, and one in particular covers a fun topic: Rob Pelinka's approach to this offseason compared to the last couple. He also talks JJ Redick and why he thinks he'll have a better chance at success that Darvin Ham.

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers 'miss out on' Mike Budenholzer; what comes next?

Mon, 13 May 2024 06:37:05 -0000

FULL EP.: To start, Anthony discusses the Suns hiring Mike Budenholzer and the Hornets hiring Charles Lee and how the Lakers' approach to finding a coach has "cost" them two viable candidates. He shocks the world, though, by not holding this against the Lakers, as they await their clear-cut top preference. He discusses what he's heard on that front, plus their options if Ty Lue isn't available. He then dives into an insanely full mailbag.

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APPATEASER: Frank Vogel fired; does this mean the Lakers will speed up their search?

Fri, 10 May 2024 07:04:17 -0000

Mere moments before Anthony and Aaron went live, Frank Vogel was let go by the Suns. So, naturally, Anthony had questions about what it might mean for the Lakers' coaching search.

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APPATEASER: Anthony runs his anti-small-guard theory by Aaron

Fri, 10 May 2024 07:02:44 -0000

Anthony is pretty adamant in his stance against small point guards. Aaron offers some talking points on why he thinks there's still some value with those kinds of players.

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FULL EPISODE: What impact does the Suns firing Frank Vogel have on the Lakers' coaching search?

Fri, 10 May 2024 06:55:17 -0000

The Lakers were still doing their homework on potential candidates as one potential target (Charles Lee) was hired. Then, the Phoenix Suns fired Frank Vogel, and moved into a competitive position with the Lakers for another target. Anthony and Aaron discuss that, the Lakers' coaching search in broader terms, and the playoffs thus far.

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APPATEASER: Latest on Lakers' coaching search

Thu, 09 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

In terms of Lakers' specific news, well, we're all just kind of waiting. Unfortunately, it would appear the Lakers are also waiting on the Ty Lue-Clippers situation to play out. Anthony combines the latest reporting with his own intel to offer up everything you need to know about their coaching search.

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APPATEASER: What the Lakers will need from Anthony Davis this summer

Thu, 09 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

In the second half of the show, Anthony opens the iTunes mailbag, then take to Twitter and the live Youtube audience. Listeners were interested in the directions the Lakers can go in this summer, what to look for in a coach, and, interestingly, what Anthony Davis will need to do to prepare for next season.

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FULL EPISODE: It's probably good news for the Lakers Trae Young is leaving Klutch Sports

Thu, 09 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

To start, Anthony relays some of the latest on the Lakers' coaching search and adds to it what he's heard thus far. Then, he covers Trae Young leaving Klutch Sports and why he isn't exactly devastated by the reports. Then, he dives into the iTunes mailbag, Twitter and live Youtube comments.

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No more tiny guards, please

Thu, 09 May 2024 06:02:52 -0000

Having watched enough of this second round, Anthony has come to the conclusion on what the Lakers definitely won't need this summer. He also offers up his thoughts on Christian Wood opting in and wraps with a dark thought on how close the Lakers may not be, considering what we've seen from the Wolves and Thunder.

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APPATEASER: Are the Clippers really going to keep Ty Lue just to keep him from the Lakers?

Tue, 07 May 2024 06:15:17 -0000

Anthony welcomes Robert Flom into The Lounge to discuss how much of the Lakers' interest in Ty Lue is impacting the Clippers' interest in bringing him back. They also discuss the Clippers somehow running all of this back and the outside pressures that might lead to them making that mistake.

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APPATEASER: How good a coach is Tyronn Lue actually?

Tue, 07 May 2024 06:13:52 -0000

After wrapping up a discussion about the Clippers actually running this back, Anthony and Robert Flom dive into Tyronn Lue's abilities and shortcomings as head coach. He's obviously very good and would help, but he wouldn't fix everything.

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FULL EPISODE: Anthony is suspicious of everything about the Clippers wanting Ty Lue back

Tue, 07 May 2024 06:11:17 -0000

The Clippers have been pretty mediocre for a while now yet made sure to let everyone know they want to bring back Tyronn Lue. Anthony thinks something in there doesn't quite add up, so he welcomed Robert Flom (213 Hoops) on the show to discuss the matter. The guys also discuss this Clippers era, which feels like it's coming to an end, and some of the similarities between the two franchises' current states.

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APPATEASER: Why the Lakers probably won't be able to hire either of their top choices

Mon, 06 May 2024 06:44:40 -0000

Anthony opens the show by offering some extra intel from his Darvin Ham piece over the weekend. Then, he dives into the list of coaching candidates and explains why the Lakers probably won't be able to hire either of their top two choices (Ty Lue and Jason Kidd).

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APPATEASER: How realistic a shot does JJ Redick have at coaching the Lakers?

Mon, 06 May 2024 06:42:27 -0000

Anthony takes a look at JJ Redick's candidacy and why he thinks we should be taking him seriously. He also discusses what the Lakers would have to do to improve the chances Redick works out if they do indeed hire him. To wrap things up, he opens the mailbag and gives his Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef take.

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FULL EPISODE: Jason Kidd, Ty Lue headline Lakers' list of coaching candidates

Mon, 06 May 2024 06:41:15 -0000

Anthony offers up some extra context on his piece from over the weekend about Darvin Ham's firing. From there, he takes a look at the candidates currently leaked and offers up the name he thinks is slightly more likely than the others, as of right now. He also discusses the process that goes into hiring a head coach and how he'd like to see the Lakers handle this before opening the mailbag to wrap up the show.

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BREAKING: Lakers fire Darvin Ham`

Fri, 03 May 2024 20:03:51 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers firing Darvin Ham, and how the Lakers set him up to fail from the get. Still, Ham didn't exactly make things easy on himself, either. Anthony offers up intel on where Ham went wrong this season. To wrap things up, Anthony takes a look at where the Lakers go from here.

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APPATEASER: Anthony's latest intel on Darvin Ham

Fri, 03 May 2024 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss, well, a bunch of stuff to fillibuster because, a., Aaron didn't want to get in trouble and, b., we're just waiting for the official announcement.

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APPATEASER: What should be the Lakers' top priority this offseason?

Fri, 03 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

After discussing where things are likely heading with Darvin Ham, Anthony opens up the discussion to something Aaron can more comfortably participate in: Trying to figure out how to tweak the roster this summer.

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FULL EPISODE: So, what comes after the Lakers fire Darvin Ham?

Fri, 03 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Reports are swirling on Darvin Ham's future, so Anthony offers up the intel he has on the situation while Aaron tries to avoid getting in trouble. From there, the guys discuss the Lakers seemingly overcorrecting to the criticism they received after firing Frank Vogel. In the back half of the episode, they cover their top priorities for the Lakers this summer.

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APPATEASER: Still waiting...

Thu, 02 May 2024 06:32:11 -0000

Darvin Ham is still the coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. He won't be for long, and is probably surprised to still hold that position, but here we are. Anthony shares what he knows, and he and Harrison explain what might be going on.

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APPATEASER: How will you remember the 2023-'24 Lakers?

Thu, 02 May 2024 06:30:55 -0000

After wrapping up their conversation on the Lakers taking their time on a decision that's likely already been made, Anthony and Harrison try to summarize how they'll remember this season.

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APPATEASER: Where does D'Angelo Russell go from here? Does he actually have leverage?

Thu, 02 May 2024 06:29:02 -0000

Anthony and Harrison wrap up their conversation about how they'll look back on this team years from now. From there, after Harrison brings up D'Angelo Russell's weird exit interview quotes, the guys wonder about the leverage he mentioned. Where would that come from? To wrap things up, they answer questions from the live super comments.

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FULL EPISODE: Waiting for the inevitable

Thu, 02 May 2024 06:02:20 -0000

All signs still point to Darvin Ham getting fired, and everyone is in a bit of a holding pattern until it's officially announced/leaked. What's taking so long? He's definitely getting fired, right? Like there's no way they don't make this call, right? Then, the guys discuss the season that was. How do they look back on it now, and how will they look back on it years from now?

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So... what's the deal with Darvin Ham?

Wed, 01 May 2024 03:18:00 -0000

Anthony wonders what the deal might be as everyone waits for a decision on Darvin Ham. Then, after the game, LeBron James made it seem like he might finally hold his leverage over the organization. Anthony hopes he does.

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APPATEASER: What comes next for Darvin Ham and the Lakers?

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:29:24 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to wrap their heads around what just happened but then are forced to try to figure out and explain what comes next for the current head coach of the Lakers. How long would he remain in that position?

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APPATEASER: Even if they were optimized, could the Lakers have beaten these Nuggets?

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:27:23 -0000

Aaron drops by to debate with Anthony and Raj about whether the Lakers ever could've had a realistic shot against the Nuggets. Aaron was at one end of the spectrum. Raj at the other. And Anthony found himself right in the middle.

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APPATEASER: Should the Lakers consider Anthony Davis a center again next year?

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:25:59 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss the approach with Anthony Davis this season, and answer questions from the live super comments.

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APPATEASER: Thank you, fans

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:22:03 -0000

After wrapping up the offseason preview conversation, Anthony takes some time to thank you, the audience, for all the support you've given us this season.

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FULL EPISODE: You know what? Let's talk it all out

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:15:23 -0000

This is a lengthy, cathartic conversation about yet another series loss to the Nuggets, this season in general, and an absolutely fascinating summer ahead.

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APPATEASER: Latest on Jarred Vanderbilt, Jamal Murray; Nuggets Messed Around, Are They Gonna Find Out?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:14:58 -0000

The Lakers might be getting some extra help and Denver might be a little nervous a key player's health. Anthony offers up the latest on Jarred Vanderbilt, Christian Wood and Jamal Murray. He once again mentions why you shouldn't play extra playoff games if you can avoid them. From there, he dives headfirst into his take on team building, and why the Suns falling on their face hammered home why he doesn't want the Lakers to move heaven and earth for just any third star this summer.

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APPATEASER: Anthony is starting to get people on his Mikal Bridges bandwagon

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:07:51 -0000

With so much going on, it's been a little while since Anthony was able to really dive into all the mailboxes. He starts with iTunes, where listeners want an update on how he feels about tanking the play-in game. Then, the super comments wanted to know about Jarred Vanderbilt's role if he comes back. Then, the live audience also needed to know what winning game four meant for Darvin Ham.

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FULL EPISODE: What the Lakers have to learn from the Suns and other Big Three Failures

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 06:57:03 -0000

Anthony discusses the latest on a few guys who are either working their way back into form or who tweaked something and now have to recover on the fly. The Lakers say Jarred Vanderbilt is now questionable for game five and the Nuggets say Jamal Murray is questionable with a calf strain. He then goes a little long on why he'd prefer the Lakers avoid the three-star model this summer, with the Suns getting swept as his ammunition. To wrap things up, he dives into the mailbag.

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APPATEASER: Did the Lakers find anything they can replicate as the series shifts back to Denver?

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 08:05:57 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to and mostly enjoy the Lakers FINALLY beating the Nuggets. Once Anthony gathers himself from a laughing fit because of Raj's latest movie reference hilarity, they get into a huge factor moving forward in this series: Belief.

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APPATEASER: Did the Nuggets maybe just piss off the basketball gods?

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 08:01:28 -0000

After all that talk of not pissing off the basketball gods by ducking the Nuggets in round one, Anthony wonders aloud to Raj whether Denver is now tempting fate by not taking care of the Lakers when they had the chance.

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APPATEASER: Did winning game four save Darvin Ham's job?

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 07:48:01 -0000

In the final segment of the show, Anthony dives into the super comments on youtube, where listeners really wanted to hear what this outcome meant for Darvin Ham's future as head coach of the Lakers.

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FULL EPISODE: THE LAKERS ENDED THE STREAK! IT FINALLY HAPPENED!

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 07:41:16 -0000

The Lakers were able to avoid a 12th straight loss to the Denver Nuggets and listeners wanted Raj to be able to talk about a fun game for once. So he and Anthony break down the game, figure out the difference in this one compared to the previous losses, and can't help but get at least a little excited about the possibilities if game five goes the same way.

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APPATEASER: Anthony, Raj, Sabreena and Harrison try to recap game three

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:30:50 -0000

Game three was, once again, predictable, so rather than get lost in the weeds of the game, the gang turns their attention to... torturing Raj with the whole tanking conversation all over again. While that takes place (with the help of Harrison's surprise appearance), Sabreena joins the show to... help torture Raj.

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APPATEASER: The actual issue with this weird Anthony Davis-Darvin Ham quote feud

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:29:14 -0000

The Lakers should've been solely focused on game three. Its outcome basically decided the season, right? So surely there wouldn't be other distractions to take away from that focus. Well, not exactly. First, Darvin Ham and Anthony Davis went back and forth in the media over a quote Davis gave after game two, then, after everything had pretty much died down, someone in the organization thought it worthwhile to breathe new life into the story by condemning Davis -- who was right, by the way.

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APPATEASER: Are we sure Rob Pelinka is the man to steer the Lakers out of all this?

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:27:54 -0000

Anthony offers up a theory on how the Lakers would lose to the same team this many times in a row, and how much of it has to do with how the Lakers are run. At this point, Rob Pelinka's list of mistakes is quite a bit longer than that of his successes, so why is he just presumed safe? What does that say about the Lakers?

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FULL EPISODE: Raj and Anthony are joined by Harrison and Sabreena to vent about game three

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:22:03 -0000

To start things off, because he is a sicko, Harrison surprises Raj with another barrage of questions about whether the Lakers were better off tanking in order to avoid the Nuggets. Then, Sabreena joined everyone to talk about this game, but the conversation quickly zooms out because the game was just that depressing. One topic that's worth sticking around for: everyone wondering why Rob Pelinka is deemed untouchable this summer.

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APPATEASER: Can the Lakers play any better?

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron start the show by talking about the marvel that is... quarter zips. From there, they discuss the Lakers' ceiling and the Nuggets' ceiling and the chance that the former can raise theirs. What would that look like?

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APPATEASER: Darvin Ham starting a beef with Anthony Davis before game three sure is a choice

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron wrap up their conversation about LeBron James' offensive approach later in games and then segue to a fun little discussion about Darvin Ham's latest dumb comments.

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FULL EP.: How the Lakers can bounce back; LeBron's late offense strategy; Darvin Ham still doesn't get it

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron talk a nice, long look at the games to this point to figure out the Lakers' chances from here on out. They also pick up on the conversation about the offense when LeBron James takes over late. They were also forced to segue from that to analysis of Darvin Ham's latest controversial quotes.

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Where the Lakers actually lost this series

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens the show by discussing just how crushed he was by game two. It's pretty insane. He also welcomes a new guest: Rome Harris of All Access Lakers. The guys talk about where that loss ranks all time for them as fans, how much hope they still have left, and the decisions from months ago that are impacting things now.

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If the Lakers do fire Darvin Ham, what kind of coach should they hire?

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:09:15 -0000

After Raj and Anthony wrap up their conversation about the possibility that Darvin Ham gets fired, Raj wonders what kind of coach should replace him. They wrap up an extra-long show by responding to the live super comments from youtube.

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Anthony and Raj react to a brutal loss, and Harrison doesn't exactly help

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:02:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to find the words to summarize how they were feeling after the Lakers basically had their season ended at the buzzer by Jamal Murray and then the show gets rudely interrupted by Harrison wanting to torture Raj.

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Anthony contextualizes his report from yesterday on Darvin Ham's future

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj dive into Anthony's report on Darvin Ham potentially keeping his job even if the Lakers don't make it out of the first round. No, this wasn't Anthony saying Ham will be back, only that the chances are higher than perhaps Lakers fans would like.

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Anyone else watch that Pelicans game and wish the Lakers would've tanked?

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony watched Pelicans-Thunder and couldn't stop thinking about how much better off the Lakers would be had they played OKC.

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What adjustments can the Lakers make in game two?

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses the lack of patience the Lakers have to have with D'Angelo Russell in game two, and just how much is riding on this game.

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That one hurts... Anthony and Raj break down game one

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 05:52:09 -0000

The game happened. Anthony is a beaten-down man. Raj is also hurting. This one HURTS. Come commiserate with them.

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Raj actually got Anthony to walk off the set

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 05:51:32 -0000

Anthony asked Raj for a reason to believe in the Lakers heading into game two. Raj didn't disappoint. Neither did Anthony.

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One final Lakers-Nuggets preview before the series kicks off

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 20:35:49 -0000

Anthony and Ryan Blackburn (Pickaxe And Roll) take one last look at the series before it gets underway officially on Saturday. This is part two of a home-and-home podcast, with part one taking place on his feed. In this episode, the guys talk about Michael Porter Jr.'s state of mind given what's gone on with his brothers. Then, in terms of actual basketball, the guys look at a few matchups and outline how the Lakers can stick with Denver in this series.

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Adam Mares on the impact Lakers' swing factors might have on the series

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes old friend Adam Mares onto the show to discuss Lakers-Nuggets, starting with a look at the various factors that have swung in the Lakers' favor compared to last year. Yes, the gap has closed, even Adam acknowledges this. But has it closed by enough to give the Lakers a real chance?

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Anthony gets a final prediction from Adam Mares

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Adam spend some time on a few more x-factors in the series: Rui Hachimura and Michael Porter Jr. They talk about why the Lakers tend to struggle the way they do against Denver and wrap with some final predictions.

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Anthony tortures Aaron by asking about the Warriors

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron wrap up their discussion on Lakers-Nuggets by looking at the depth differences, and then Anthony risks his whole damn friendship with Aaron by asking about the state of the Warriors. There really are a ton of similarities between that team in The Bay and the Lakers.

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Anthony and Aaron give their Lakers-Nuggets predictions

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have a shot at redemption. A few variables have slid in their direction. This series should be more competitive, but what are their actually chances here? The guys go through their thoughts on it all and finish with their predictions.

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More initial thoughts on Lakers-Nuggets

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Gabe Vincent, Jaxson Hayes, Bruce Brown, crazy hot shooting... All lesser-covered potential variables that could swing in the Lakers' favor heading into this much-anticipated series against the world champs. Anthony, Raj and Sabreena dive in headfirst and get to some live viewer comments.

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Sabreena joins Raj and Anthony to break down Lakers-Pelicans

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

After an insane play-in game between the Lakers and Pelicans, Anthony is joined by Raj and Sabreena to break it all down. LeBron James and Anthony Davis weren't at their best but the Lakers did just enough to outlast the Pelicans (with the help, unfortunately, of a poorly timed Zion Williamson injury).

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Harrison defends his stance on tanking... YEAH BRING IT ON LFR

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Harrison onto the show to discuss the last 24 hours, in which Harrison's mentions and quotes have devolved into one of the deepest, darkest circles of hell. Even still, neither has relented on the logic behind tanking even as they know the Lakers would never in a zillion years entertain it. They also preview the play-in game and discuss some other matchups the Lakers could be facing.

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Is Playoff Darvin Ham a thing?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss Darvin Ham's handling of the Lakers' final game and wonder if it takes the highest stakes to get Ham to operate like a competent NBA head coach.

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Should the Lakers lose intentionally Tuesday to avoid the Nuggets in the first round?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

After the Lakers beat the Pelicans to lock up the eight seed, Anthony can't help but wonder if the Lakers are better off losing in their first play-in game to avoid playing the Denver Nuggets. Raj (and the vast majority of everyone everwhere) disagrees VEHEMENTLY.

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What are the best- and worst-case scenarios for the Lakers in the play-in tournament?

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 22:09:48 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss Wonka. Yup. You read that right. We promise it's worth it. From there, the two dive into the play-in scenarios and matchups for the Lakers. Who would they most like to see in that setting? Who would they least like to see? Anthony also explains why somehow making the eight seed doesn't just give them the best chance at making the playoffs, but also a MUCH better chance at a championship. To wrap things up, they try to sum up their feelings about this regular season.

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Sabreena Merchant on how she'll remember this season, Caitlin Clark, women's basketball's future

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Sabreena try to figure out how they'll remember this season if it does end within the next week or so. Anthony also never passes up an opportunity to talk women's basketball with Sabreena and there's obviously a ton to talk about.

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Sabreena Merchant on the chances Darvin Ham is back next year

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony brings back Sabreena Merchant to talk about the season Darvin Ham has had and whether she thinks there's any chance he's back next year. Her answer surprised him to an almost alarming extent.

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Latest details on Lakers vibes heading into crucial last few games

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up some extra context on the situation facing the Lakers, and how ready they are for it. Then, because it was something he was wondering about today, he wonders aloud whether the Pelicans would be wise to take the first they can get from the Lakers this summer, or gamble on the Lakers being worse next year. He wraps by taking questions.

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The lineup that may have ended the Lakers season

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:54:29 -0000

Anthony and Raj talk about the stretch of the game that may have ended this Lakers season, and how it was a perfect encapsulation of Darvin Ham's disasterclass all year.

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Even given lowered expectations, Darvin Ham managed to drive Anthony insane

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:52:31 -0000

Anthony Davis didn't play. LeBron James was sick. The Warriors couldn't miss. The Lakers likely weren't going to win that one regardless, but Darvin Ham still found a way to mangle the game.

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STOP HITTING ANTHONY DAVIS IN THE FACE

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers went from feeling pretty good about their chances at maybe moving out of the play-in tournament to... well, yeah. Anthony recaps a tough day in Laker Land as the Lakers lost LeBron James before the game, then lost Anthony Davis during the game, and finally, lost the actual game.

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The Lakers finally got some standings help

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have kept chugging along, racking up wins at a much greater rate than earlier this season. Problem is, so have all their competition. That finally changed when the Knicks beat the Kings. Anthony and Aaron talk about the standings after the night's action, their expectations for the team to wrap up the regular season, and a tough question Anthony had for Aaron.

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The Lakers won but... yuck

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Following a game that highlighted a bunch of the things that make this team so frustrating at times, Anthony and Harrison go full disappointed-dad to describe how they felt about the effort and the culture that makes it seem like it's ok. To make things as positive as they should be given the way the team is playing, though, the guys take a look at the basketball everyone is playing since Rui Hachimura was added to the starting lineup. Finally, as Anthony hit an important milestone, he thanks you, the listener, for all your support. Harrison ruins it though.

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Lakers get a nice, comfortable win over Raptors

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers took care of business on the front end of a back-to-back and now have a real chance at having LeBron James and Anthony Davis available for the second. Anthony discusses that as well as a few other notes from a nice, calm win over the Raptors.

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What the Lakers need to learn from Caitlin Clark and Kim Mulkey

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony watched Caitlin Clark torch LSU and couldn't help but keep coming back to the Lakers with a couple big lessons. From there, he gives the steering wheel to live viewers at our youtube page for some fun topics.

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LeBron James torched the Nets to get the Lakers back on track

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a nice, relaxing Lakers win. He could describe it that way because LeBron James went OFF. He discusses all that, Gabe Vincent's return and the resulting rotation, then takes a look the west playoff picture.

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Who are these Lakers?

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss everything surrounding Gabe Vincent's potential return -- including the reporting Anthony has done on this subject to this point. From there, the guys talk about the basketball impact he'd make to a rotation that has found itself lately. Anthony is nervous that Darvin Ham can't avoid his worst inclinations. To wrap up, Anthony asks a borderline existential question: Are the Lakers who they've shown themselves to be lately, since Rui Hachimura was inserted into the starting lineup? Or are the Lakers the mostly mediocre team they'd been before that point?

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Harrison is a Darvin Ham stan now

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison try to recap the Lakers beating the Grizzlies but it devolves into Harrison stanning Darvin Ham and Anthony's internet fighting back personally.

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Anthony MF Davis, Austin MF Reaves, The Los Angeles MF Lakers

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to the game Raj is calling his favorite win of the season. Anthony Davis showed out against Giannis. Austin Reaves outplayed Damian Lillard. D'Angelo Russell had a huge second half. Double overtime. Giant comeback. On the road. No LeBron. Holy crap.

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Trysta Krick on Jontay Porter and the fallout from this scandal across sports

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 21:24:10 -0000

Anthony welcomes Trysta Krick (Bet MGM Tonight, The Heat Check Podcast) to discuss Jontay Porter getting caught in a pretty dumb way. They look at the details of the story to this point, the NBA's potential response, fallout from this across sports and more.

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Anthony Davis finally gets some individual recognition

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the news LeBron James is going to miss the Lakers' game against the Bucks. He then responds to Anthony Davis finally receiving some individual recognition. To wrap things up, he answers a question from the iTunes mailbag and a surreal moment that was created by Shohei Ohtani's press conference.

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Spencer Dinwiddie plays his best game as a Laker in win over Pacers

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers made it way too interesting but at this point, you just kind of have to take wins. Spencer Dinwiddie stepped up with D'Angelo Russell out. Anthony Davis continues to own the Pacers. Austin Reaves closed out the game with big shots and free throws. Still, the defense wasn't great and Darvin Ham did some Darvin Ham stuff.

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Appateaser: Raj and Anthony discuss the job Rob Pelinka has done

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

The show ran a little long after the Lakers beat the Hawks and Anthony's voice is once again on the fritz, so we isolated the full conversation between him and Raj Chipalu about Rob Pelinka. You won't want to miss any of it.

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Lakers beat Hawks; Raj grills Anthony about his latest reporting

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:22:36 -0000

Anthony and Raj break down a nice, calm Lakers blowout, then dive into Anthony's latest piece. To do so, Anthony hands the reins over to Raj Chipalu, who had some legitimately great questions ready to go that lead to a thoughtful conversation on the state of the Lakers.

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Why Lakers fans should root for the Clippers to keep sliding

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a tough weekend, a disaster of a primetime game for the NBA, the Lakers' current trajectory and then, a fun hypothetical having to do with the Clippers failing, firing Tyronn Lue and the Lakers righting a wrong.

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D'Angelo Russell's quotes about Darvin Ham weren't a good look for anyone

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron tackle D'Angelo Russell's quotes and subsequent stinker in Sacramento. This leads to a discussion about Darvin Ham's standing in the locker room (again). From there, they try to figure out if there's anything the Lakers can do to help Anthony Davis against bigger, more physical centers.

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Another night, another embarrassing loss to the Kings

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony had a lot of stuff to get off his chest. So he did.

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Anthony and Raj reminisce about Kobe Bryant

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Slow news day and Anthony and Raj went long the other night, so we grabbed a clip from it you may have missed. The guys talk about the most talented Lakers of their lifetimes and it leads to both of them marveling at what Kobe used to do on a regular basis.

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The Lakers really screwed up the Kobe statue huh

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses the Kobe Bryant statue screwup and how it reflects some of the issues the Lakers as an organization continue to put on embarrassing display. He then talks about the lack of help the Lakers got and Gabe Vincent's potential return.

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Anthony Bleeping Davis

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:29:33 -0000

Anthony and Raj sit back and take in a really fun Lakers weekend, culminating in a win against Minnesota. They've been a very different team since they started playing their best players. What a concept.

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Holy crap what a win

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 07:19:32 -0000

Anthony makes fun of himself with the help of a special guest. Enjoy this one.

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How much more rope does Rob Pelinka have?

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 23:18:28 -0000

Anthony opened up The Lounge for a "Happy" Hour today and took your questions. People seem pretty interested in Rob Pelinka and, frankly, it's for good reason. Anthony discusses that, what the Lakers do if they don't land a star this summer, Austin Reaves' defense, and plenty more.

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Where is the Lakers players' defense of Darvin Ham?

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000

There have been several reports about Darvin Ham's standing in the locker room and at no point this season has a single player stepped up to defend his head coach. The guys discuss this, the impact of the noise on Jeanie Buss/Rob Pelinka and how unique Ham's surviving all that noise to this point feels. Then, Anthony asks Aaron where bringing in Spencer Dinwiddie was a mistake given Ham's ideological approach to the game.

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The Lakers embarrassed themselves

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:34:41 -0000

Anthony and Raj take turns ranting about the game. This one hurt.

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Mirin Fader on the media circus surrounding LeBron and Bronny

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:23:41 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show Mirin Fader (The Ringer) on to discuss her latest, a profile on Bronny James and his path to the NBA. You won't want to miss this, or her profile.

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Sabreena Merchant on how much she and Anthony trust the Lakers, plus Caitlin Clark

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show, Sabreena Merchant (The Athletic), to talk about this recent the Lakers have been on since February. They've actually been pretty good! They try to explain why it doesn't feel that way. Then, after the Lakers beat up on the Thunder again, it's made Anthony think about a potential path through the playoffs. Question becomes: How confident are he and Sabreena in the Lakers actually pulling that off? To wrap the show, they discuss Caitlin Clark's decision to go pro and the discourse surrounding her and the rest of the sport.

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The Thunder probably don't want to see the Lakers in a series

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a nice, fun, relaxing win against *checks notes* the top seed in the conference heading into the game. He explains why the Lakers are a matchup nightmare for OKC and how it all starts with Anthony Davis. To wrap things up, he credits D'Angelo Russell for not moping after being incorrectly benched at the end of the Nuggets game.

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Anthony broke the internet over the weekend

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony dropped a few bombshells in his debut for Lakers Daily and offered up a little extra context in this episode, especially regarding LeBron James and Darvin Ham's working relationship. The Lakers tough another tough loss to the Nuggets Saturday, but did get some help around the league. They'll still need to string together some wins though. How likely does that feel? Anthony also discusses James passing 40k and plenty more.

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March is gonna be TOUGH; Plus, we unveil the Happy Hour as we've wanted it to exist

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 21:36:23 -0000

Anthony opens the show looking ahead at a March schedule that will likely make or break the season. Then, he answers a couple questions and finally gets to test the version of the Happy Hour he's always wanted. If you want to participate in the show, you can sign up to be a Lounge VIP here.

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Well, that technically still counts

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:49 -0000

The Lakers absolutely needed to win last night against a Wizards team carrying a 12-game losing streak, so of course they played with their food and played five extra minutes they didn't have to. Anthony was not thrilled, to say the least, especially when talking about Darvin Ham. LeBron and AD were special though.

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What should expectations be of the Lakers the rest of this season?

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 22:43:28 -0000

Anthony and Aaron continue to relive last night's incredible comeback with the help of an old clip from a former employer. Then, they get into the meat of the episode, that being: How high should people's expectations of this be from here on out? And if they don't meet those expectations, who should be held accountable?

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HOLY S*** WHAT A WIN

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:08:22 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to piece together some real thoughts after one of the craziest comebacks you'll ever see. That LeBron James guy, pretty good at basketball, he is.

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Lakers update Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent's injury situations

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony relays the latest information on Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent. It's not.... great. Then he chuckles a little at LeBron James hating mock drafts now this Bronny isn't being included in them. He then discusses what frustrates him about Darvin Ham's desire to recreate the Bucks when last year's team is sitting right there. Finally, he discusses Brian Windhorst's report on LeBron wanting a new contract this summer.

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Anthony blows Harrison's mind with the latest Darvinism

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss the hypothetical from over the weekend on whether the Lakers would perhaps be better off losing earlier than planned this season to ensure Darvin Ham gets fired. Harrison was holding strong to his stance that he'd rather the Lakers win until Anthony blew his mind with his latest tidbit of reporting. They also talk about how little confidence they have in anyone after LeBron James leaves, however that would be.

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Are the Lakers better off flaming out early if it means Darvin Ham definitely gets fired?

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 09:59:00 -0000

A reminder, this aired as part of the Lowdown today, but it was such a tough question that completely derailed the Lakers Lounge slack that we decided to clip it so you can sit with this question. Is winning one playoff round enough for you as a fan if it means there's a greater chance Darvin Ham is back next year?

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Lakers lose to Suns in matinee; Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves struggle; Darvin does Darvin stuff

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps another frustrating loss. He discusses Anthony Davis' empty stats, Darvin Ham's super small lineup and Taurean Prince's role. Then, he asks a tough question: Would you rather lose in the playoffs early and ensure Ham is gone next season, or win a round or two and have to go through all this again? He wraps with a look at a brutal 10-game stretch coming up.

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Raj and Aaron join Anthony for a Triangle Pod following an annoying loss to the Warriors

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Raj AND Aaron into The Lounge to discuss that annoying loss to the surging Warriors. The guys talk about the optics of LeBron sitting both games on either side of the All Star Break but playing in the All Star Game, itself, D'Angelo Russell's frustrating game, Rui Hachimura having the biggest game between floor and ceiling any of the guys can recall and plenty more.

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Matt Moore actually makes the case for betting on the Lakers to win the championship

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Matt Moore (The Action Network) back after hearing him make the case on his show, "Buckets," that the Lakers are actually good value to win the championship now. The guys use that as a launchpad to discuss this Lakers season so far, MVP odds, the All Star Weekend that was, and plenty more.

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Mirjam Swanson on this weird Lakers season, Clippers comparisons, All Star Weekend

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 21:01:39 -0000

Anthony welcomes a friend of the show, Mirjam Swanson (Southern California News Group, OC Register), to discuss what it's been like to editorialize about these Lakers after focusing on the Clippers as she had previously. This leads to a discussion about Darvin Ham not getting the continuity memo and a comparison between how the Lakers do things vs. how the Clippers do. To wrap things up, they discuss this last All Star Weekend and some of the notable trends to come out of it.

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The All Star Game sucked; Can it be fixed?

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses an All Star Weekend that did definitely happen. There were highs and there were definitely lows, and LeBron James gave his usual hilarious quotes.

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Sources: Lakers' locker room vibes on the mend

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:47:31 -0000

Anthony opens the show with an addition to the live show and a report about the vibes surrounding the team and reacts to what he's been hearing on that front. Then, he opens up the conversation with the help of the iTunes mailbag, Twitter and Youtube comments.

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Based on the first half of the season, what can we expect from the Lakers after the All Star Break?

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron have a fun conversation about the first half of the season and how, based on what they saw from the Lakers during that time, they feel about the team heading into All Star Weekend. They also discuss Rui Hachimura's recent play with the new starters, that group's identity, and the LeBron James/Warriors, Trae Young/Donovan Mitchell/Lakers trade rumors.

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Anthony Davis lifts Lakers to a HUGE win without LeBron James

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

No LeBron James. They got into Utah at 4 in the morning after playing the night before. Ugly first half. Then Anthony Davis happened in the third. Anthony explains why this was such a huge win, marvels at Rui Hachimura's play and wonders why it took so long to use him the way they are, and just generally takes in an underratedly big win. He wraps with some thoughts on the LeBron James-Warriors rumors from earlier today.

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Lakers pick up a nice, easy win in Spencer Dinwiddie's debut

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have looked like a completely different since Rui Hachimura joined the starting five. That lineup has taken off and the Lakers appear to enjoy playing basketball again. Anthony discusses that, a nice win over the Detroit Pistons, Spencer Dinwiddie making his debut and all the noise surrounding Trae Young right now.

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What the Lakers can learn from the Chiefs' Super Bowl win

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens with a quick recap of the weekend and whether the Lakers are done adding to their roster via this buyout market. Then, having watched that incredible Super Bowl win, he discusses what teams owe their great players. The Chiefs did just enough for Patrick Mahomes, and they won it all. The Lakers owe it to LeBron James and Anthony Davis to give them a viable chance to succeed at the highest levels. From there, he looks ahead to this week and thanks everyone for their support through deadline/buyout season.

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Jovan Buha on the Lakers sitting out the trade deadline and where they go from there

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Jovan Buha (The Athletic) stops by to discuss the Lakers' trade deadline. The guys both knew it would be quiet, but we didn't know it would be The Quiet Place, type quiet. They discuss what we were hearing leading up to the deadline, what they heard throughout, and where they think the Lakers go from there. From there, they discuss the job Rob Pelinka has done, how LeBron James might feel about all this and a message the Lakers keep unintentionally sending through their (in)actions.

NOTE: This episode was recorded Friday afternoon, before the Lakers would eventually sign Spencer Dinwiddie. For reaction to that signing, check out the episode immediately before this one. For live reactions and episodes, subscribe to The Lounge at youtube.com/@lakerslounge.

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BREAKING: Spencer Dinwiddie to sign with the Lakers

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:23:33 -0000

After a dead deadline, the Lakers needed a little luck to round out this roster and got some in the form of the Raptors surprisingly waiving Spencer Dinwiddie. Anthony takes you behind the scenes of their pursuit, discusses his impact on the roster (good and bad potentially), and how this addition might help with some of the vibes coming off of a disappointing deadline.

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Raj and Anthony, well, they really go through it

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:15:51 -0000

Lakers fans watched their front office punt the season, then try to celebrate Kobe, and wrap things up with a loss to the Denver Nuggets. Anthony welcomes Raj into The Lounge to talk their way through all of it.

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Live Trade Deadline Show: Anthony slowly loses his mind as the Lakers do absolutely nothing

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:57:22 -0000

This was a disaster of a trade deadline. Anthony talks through it with the help of the live audience. End of the day, the Lakers have a ton of work to do and just missed a huge opportunity.

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Live Trade Deadline Show: Anthony and Aaron argue over the Lakers not doing anything

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:53:46 -0000

You can listen as Anthony slips further and further into insanity because the Lakers were heading toward a complete and utter failure of a trade deadline. Aaron tries to contextualize it as best as he could, but Anthony was not thrilled. Fun listen!

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Well, we're waiting...

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up what little new information he has and then discusses some of the decisions made back in the summer that are hurting the Lakers now. At some point, he wants the Lakers to actually operate like the big market team they actually are. Right now, the Lakers are a big market team that's run like a small market team in all the worst ways.

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Jorge Sedano on the potential fallout should the Lakers stand pat this trade deadline

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 20:06:23 -0000

The Lakers, just like just about everyone else, find themselves waiting for the trade market to heat up. Things haven't gone as planned for a variety of reasons this year for LeBron James, and he's reached the point where he wants us to know about it. Anthony welcomes Jorge Sedano to talk about the unique way James sends those messages.

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Sources: "Very real chance" D'Angelo Russell remains a Laker through the deadline

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:27:17 -0000

Anthony went live on the show's youtube page to discuss the goings on this deadline and just how slowly everything is developing. If you've read or listened here consistently, though, that shouldn't surprise you. Still, the possibility that the Lakers stand pat is becoming all the more real by the hour, seemingly, as Anthony explains, so what would that mean moving forward not just this season but beyond it?

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Lakers wrap up 4-2 road trip; Anthony and Harrison discuss deathly quiet first day of Deadline Week

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers handled the Hornets in fairly predictable fashion but hey, a win is a win and they wrapped up a 4-2 road trip that should go a long way in convincing the front office to expend asset capital to fortify this roster. Anthony and Harrison discuss how frustrating it is to have that conversation (again). Speaking of frustrations, half the league is pretty annoyed at how the deadline is playing out right now. Anthony explains the latest he has on that front, as well as where negotiations between the Lakers and Hawks for Dejounte Murray sit. A ton of information throughout this conversation, with a few dashes of shade directed at anyone who doesn't think Anthony Davis is an all star.

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Latest draft intel heading into trade deadline week; Bad news on Jarred Vanderbilt front

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers and the rest of the NBA are all preparing for one of the busiest weeks of the season. It's Slop Week, and Anthony has brand new intel on their efforts on the trade market, LeBron James' feelings towards this roster, a fun weekend of basketball and what's at stake depending on the direction the Lakers take this week. Plus, the latest on Jarred Vanderbilt, which isn't great news.

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Jason Timpf on Lakers' inconsistent effort, deadline needs, Darvin issues

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 21:19:57 -0000

Anthony welcomes Jason Timpf (Hoops Tonight) to discuss this weird Lakers' season, which has mostly been defined by inconsistencies. Whether it's effort, coaching, availability or whatever, these Lakers have managed to turn what should've been a nice, enjoyable season into quite the slog. They also talk Darvin Ham's coaching and the team's response to it, plus how referees are hurting the NBA product.

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The Lakers beat the Celtics in Boston without LeBron and AD... Wait what?

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj discuss the latest greatest win of the season and honestly, because of the way this season has gone so far, they really just wanted to keep this one nice and light. Enjoy.

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Listen all the way through to hear Anthony and Aaron get crushed by some breaking news

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 20:12:06 -0000

Anthony and Aaron had a really fun conversation on Darvin Ham, a potential lineup change, the trade deadline, Might Ducks and plenty more. Then, right at the very end, they got some brutal breaking news that crushed their souls. Fun stuff!

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Sabreena Merchant stops by to help kick off LeSubtweet SZN

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

One of our absolute faves stopped by today for a retro "I Loathe Basketball" episode now that we have apparently entered the Players Subtweet Their Coach portion of the season. Anthony offers an update from some close to the situation after he said in last night's episode he thinks the season would immediately turn around if they fired Darvin Ham. But mostly, the two have a cathartic conversation about these damn Lakers, who continue to make our lives miserable. Sabreena also gives an update on women's basketball at all levels.

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The Lakers are pretty clearly done with Darvin Ham

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers got blown out again, this time by the Hawks. The story coming from it is a locker room that has clearly had enough with their head coach. If they want to save this season, Anthony explains what needs to be done and offers up some details on the extent to which Darvin Ham has lost his audience.

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Michael Scotto on NBA trade market, Dejounte Murray latest, Lakers rumors

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 22:29:01 -0000

Michael Scotto (HoopsHype) makes his Lounge debut to update us on the latest dealings both around the league and with the Lakers specifically. Talks for Dejounte Murray have quieted; will they stay that way? If the Lakers don't trade for him, then what? Why are asking prices so high right now? Has D'Angelo Russell really done enough in a couple weeks to convince the Lakers not to trade him? All that and more.

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Darvin Ham has finally turned Anthony into The Joker

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony loses his mind over Darvin Ham going away from last year's starters and taking another step further toward fully losing the locker room, if it hadn't been lost before this one. Harrison also brings some fire. Just a heads up: Anthony wore full Joker makeup for this, just as promised. You can see that at youtube.com/@lakerslounge.

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Last year's starters may have forced Darvin Ham to play them more

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps one helluva sports weekend, which featured a double-overtime victory over the Warriors. In that game, last year's starters, you know, the guys who haven't been able to get consistent minutes this season, carried the team to victory. Darvin Ham was once again asked about that group and said a whole bunch of words that weren't "yeah, I should've been playing them more." Anthony discusses that, the latest trade intel, and how watching Dan Campbell screw up the NFC Championship made him think about what Ham might do in a big spot.

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Sources: The Lakers are starting to look at other avenues beyond Dejounte Murray

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 22:12:52 -0000

Four years to the day from his passing Anthony opens today's show looking back on that day and how he thinks of Kobe Bryant now. He then tries to segue from that to the latest trade rumors, as we got a new wrinkle reported by Jake Fischer and Anthony heard some stuff right before the show. Then, he discusses what the Lakers' priorities are beyond their negotiations to bring in Dejounte Murray. The roster needs more help and they know it.

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Lakers' win over Bulls perfectly summarizes this season; Trade deadline latest

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Raj Chipalu to break down that win, which should've felt much better only it slipped all the way down almost to real nervous time before the Lakers recollected themselves. It was just such a perfect demonstration of everything fans and players have been frustrated with this year. All that, plus everything Anthony has heard heading into a big trade deadline weekend.

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Jake Fischer on Lakers trade deadline, Dejounte Murray pursuit, smaller potential moves

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 20:57:04 -0000

The Lakers and Hawks are still at a standstill, but that can change quickly this time of year, Anthony welcomed Jake Fischer (Yahoo! Sports) into The Lounge to discuss the latest on that front, as well as everything else the Lakers might be up to the next couple weeks.

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Brad Rowland on Lakers-Hawks negotiations for Dejounte Murray

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Brad Rowland (Locked on Hawks) to discuss the continued negotiations between the Lakers and Hawks for Dejounte Murray. Why are the Hawks trading him? Who would the Lakers be acquiring? How about the other solid role players on that roster? A ton of great info from a different perspective here.

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Appateaser: Where do talks stand between the Lakers and Hawks for Dejounte Murray?

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:09:15 -0000

The Lakers are still attempting to upgrade their roster and now, with a trade target off the board (Terry Rozier), are things going to heat back up between them and the Hawks in their negotiations? Anthony has the latest.

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Clippers beat Lakers; Bucks fire Adrian Griffin, maybe hire Doc Rivers; Terry Rozier is off the market

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a predictable loss to the Clippers as the Lakers didn't have LeBron James. Even given the outcome being easy to predict, Darvin Ham's decisions were once again questionable and took away from the already slim margin for error. From there, he discussed the Bucks firing Adrian Griffin and marveled at Turner so thoroughly screwing up the news about his replacement. He then discusses the Terry Rozier trade and the impact a much faster-developing trade deadline has had on the Lakers and the league in general.

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Jovan Buha on Terry Rozier trade, Adrian Griffin firing fallout for Lakers

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 22:04:20 -0000

The Lakers had Terry Rozier on their radar. He is not longer on the market. What does that mean about this deadline moving forward in general and specifically for the Lakers? Is a move on the way? Before that, the guys react to Adrian Griffin's firing while Darvin Ham remains confidently employed. A ton of information in this one.

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How big an impact has trade rumors had on the vibes surrounding the Lakers?

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss some of the vibes seen from the Lakers in what should've been a get-right win Sunday night. Yes, people can be making too much out of a coupe clips here and there, but that doesn't mean it's nothing, either. Then, the guys talk about the impact incessant trade rumors have on locker rooms and how the Lakers have been especially plagued by them for the last five years or so. Finally, they discuss the latest trade rumors plus some more of what Anthony has been hearing. They wrap on a fun conversation about how three-team deals actually come together.

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The Lakers beat the crap out of the Blazers and looked ... sad?

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 07:09:05 -0000

Anthony brings on Shubh Vijay (All Access Lakers, Coach's Den) to break down a thorough beat down of the Trail Blazers by the Lakers. The guys talked about the newest starting lineup and how Anthony missed on his report of the group he thought it'd be. The guys talk about the game, the vibes, and where things stand moving forward.

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Latest Trade Deadline Intel: Lakers have shown interest in Caruso, Rozier, Brogdon, among others

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 22:39:37 -0000

Anthony has been pretty busy lately, so he recaps all the reporting he's done and looks ahead to some names he's heard the Lakers are interested in. To wrap, he answers as many questions as he could, and there were some great ones.

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The Lakers are turning a corner at a crucial point in the season

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

With three weeks to go before the trade deadline, Anthony and Aaron look at the Lakers sneakily turning things around and playing quite a bit better with Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell in the starting lineup again. Seeing as the Lakers are already in active trade talks, stacking some wins doesn't just help with standings, but also gives them needed leverage between now and February 8. To wrap things up, after some technical difficulties, the guys discuss the various approaches the Lakers could take to this trade deadline.

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Lakers are showing a proof of concept with D'Angelo Russell starting again

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers picked up a huge and resounding win over the Mavericks even despite Luka Doncic's return as Anthony Davis nearly missed a triple-double and D'Angelo Russell continued his stellar play as the starting point guard. Anthony breaks down what he saw from a monster win and what he thinks the Lakers can build on from here. Then, seeing as this is what everyone tuned in for, Anthony addressed the Lakers-Hawks rumor making the rounds and discussed what the Lakers are considering moving forward.

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Leigh Ellis officially becomes The Lounge's global ambassador

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Leigh Ellis stops by again to update us on his trip playing basketball around the globe. He and Anthony discuss that project, global pride in the game's growth, US vs. International competition, soccer's impact on how the game is played internationally and a ton more.

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Lakers midseason grades: Harrison was nice; Anthony was... Anthony

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have played 41 (official) games. They have at least 41 to go. At this halfway point, Anthony and Harrison offer up their grades and, well, Anthony didn't hold back. He and Harrison have a productive conversation on their outlooks thus far. They then find themselves making the case for betting on LeBron James and Anthony Davis -- something they can't believe they have to do once again. Finally, with a minor tweak to power ranking this week, Harrison ranks Lakers who historically got too much belief from coaches and Anthony threw out five trades he'd prefer over trading for Zach LaVine or Dejounte Murray.

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Appateaser: Can the Lakers play their way out of trade rumors?

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 22:25:49 -0000

Everyone knows how much Raj hates trade rumors. So it's incredibly on-brand of him to wonder what it would take for last year's core to somehow avoid getting traded this year. Anthony answered given what he knows right now and offers up an alternative route to the giant trades it would take to land Zach LaVine or Dejounte Murray.

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Darvin Ham goes back to OG starters, Lakers pick up huge win vs. Thunder

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:28:26 -0000

The Lakers came into last night desperately needing a win and got one against a good Oklahoma City Thunder team. Darvin Ham went back to the season's original starters and they performed much better than we'd seen previously. LeBron James and Anthony Davis played well and were able to enjoy getting to a quiet statistical performance, a rarity to this point. D'Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves also played well together. Anthony welcomed Raj to break down the game and look ahead to trade rumors and whether these Lakers can play well enough to keep the team together.

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Appateaser: NBA scout throws shade at the Lakers

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 21:09:41 -0000

In this segment from today's Lowdown, Anthony discusses the Lakers' disinterest in building on success and how NBA teams are now scouting for this. He also talks about the toll this whole Darvin Ham situation is taking on the Lakers, as a rift is growing within the organization because of the job he's done this year.

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A very real rift is forming within the Lakers about Darvin Ham

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis took accountability for the loss Saturday night. What a concept. Our Anthony recaps another tough weekend and the fallout from it -- or the lack thereof as it pertains to Darvin Ham. That said, tension is building as those at the top still support Ham and those he works with more on a daily basis feel very different. Anthony also hits on the latest trade rumors as now D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura are trade eligible. He also hits on a potential free agent who would really help later in the season should he get bought out: Gordon Hayward. To wrap things up, Anthony offers up an injury update on Cam Reddish and why he's nervous we may not see Cam for a little while.

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Why Austin Reaves has struggled so much defensively this season

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:21:34 -0000

Anthony discusses Jeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka not necessarily doing Darvin Ham the favors they think they are with all the leaking signs of support, using Game of Thrones as the example. Then, he discusses how the defensive strategies the Lakers are implemented aren't helping and are specifically hurting someone like Austin Reaves. He also wonders how much LeBron James' recent play has to do with all this noise and/or his frustrations with Ham specifically. Finally, he answers your questions, and boy were there a ton.

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Darvin Ham goes full Byron Scott

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:50:36 -0000

Anthony reacts to an absolute no-show on national tv against the Suns. As he was doing so, Darvin Ham dropped a quote that should stop every Lakers fan in their tracks, telling the guys to "man up." Yeesh. For a quick second, Sabreena Merchant joined the show to talk about everything going on but was cut short by a faulty power line. One of those nights.

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More trade rumors intel; How close was Darvin Ham to being fired?

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:53:47 -0000

Anthony and Aaron relay the latest trade reporting, plus what Anthony has been hearing, too. They also explain why the Lakers' options this trade season a little more limited than in years past and the impact that is going to have on their moves. They also spend a little time on Darvin Ham and whether these last couple wins have put all the drama behind him. How close was he to getting fired?

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Anthony Davis appreciation episode

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony spends the opening segment admiring the season Anthony Davis has put together. He's been special, flat out. The Lakers need to stack wins while he keeps playing like this. From there, he looks at the trade market and combines the reporting already out there with what he's hearing, especially pertaining to Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell. To wrap things up, he discusses the latest on Rui Hachimura and Cam Reddish's injuries.

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Appateaser: No, the league isn't rigged for the Lakers

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:11:51 -0000

Toronto's head coach lost his mind talking about the refs last night. This, with the fourth quarter free-throw discrepancy, led NBA Twitter to once again do the whole "the league is rigged for the Lakers" bit, which is pretty played out at this point. Anthony and Raj reacted to all this live and Anthony wasn't having it.

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Anthony Davis is playing the best he has as a Laker since the bubble

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:57:29 -0000

Anthony is joined in The Lounge by Raj Chipalu (All Access Lakers) to discuss a game the Lakers absolutely needed to win, and were able to behind Anthony Davis. The guys discuss the game itself, Davis' shooting impacting the roll he's on right now, and the Lakers finding a way to go back to him after they ignored him in the second and third quarters. Toronto head coach Darko Rajakovic lost his mind about free throws so they laugh at that a little. Also covered: D'Angelo Russell leaving without talking again and why the guys understand his frustration, Max Christie closing the game, and Christian Wood giving the Lakers another pitch to throw.

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The Lakers threw Frank Vogel under the bus for the Russell Westbrook disaster

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:00:00 -0000

We're now years removed from both the ends of the Frank Vogel and Russell Westbrook era but the Lakers just can't seem to stop pointing fingers, with one person in particular consistently avoiding blame.

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Darvin Ham opened up communication with players in response to recent reports

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Darvin Ham and the Lakers hashed things out in response to reports about the disconnect there. This is exactly what we were hoping to hear. Anthony reacts to that and discusses what it might mean moving forward. In a quick aside, he points out the cheap shot fired at Frank Vogel regarding Russell Westbrook and marvels at Rob Pelinka's office politics game. Jeanie Buss apparently really believes in Ham, so Anthony analyzes those reports as well. To wrap thing up, he discusses reports that Ja Morant is going to miss the rest of the season and what it means for the Lakers.

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Appateaser: What did beating the Clippers do for Darvin Ham's job security?

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:16:38 -0000

One of last night's segments had to do with a look at everything coming into last night's game regarding Darvin Ham and his current job security and then, following the win, a discussion on what that looks like now. Honestly, not much has changed, as the people who would make the final decision on Ham have never wanted to fire him -- for a variety of reasons.

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Lakers beat Clippers, quiet noise surrounding Darvin Ham

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 07:50:13 -0000

Almost nothing would've led one to believe the Lakers would be the surging Clippers... and then they did. Anthony recaps a fun, somewhat ugly game that saw Darvin Ham and the Lakers at least temporarily rise above all the noise and rumors surrounding the team.

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The Lakers have to win a bunch in January to "save" Darvin Ham's job

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 23:04:03 -0000

Anthony opens The Lounge to give the latest on Darvin Ham and add to it what he's heard recently. It does sound like the temperature is rising on Ham's seat. So much so that this month could really impact how long he remains the head coach of the Lakers. From there, he takes some questions and sends you on your merry way into the weekend.

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Appateaser: The real takeaway from all the locker room turmoil reporting

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

As promised, we're clipping important portions of the show and calling them Appateasers (Anthony will explain on today's Happy Hour). Today's 'Teaser is a macro takeaway from all the reporting about the locker room. At some point, communication broke down and enough people said they'd had enough.

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Darvin Ham lost the locker room

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 02:37:41 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to reports that paint a pretty bleak picture for Darvin Ham. How did things go from that magical run to a locker room that doesn't seem to trust its head coach? Also, if you've been listening to this show for the last couple months, none of this should surprise you. Anthony adds his couple cents to today's reports.

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Final Happy Hour of 2023

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:11:28 -0000

2023 was actually a pretty successful year for the Lakers, as Anthony explains. He looks back on the year that was, then ahead to the year that might be. He then takes questions from Twitter and the comment section.

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Lakers get much-needed good vibes win over Hornets

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a nice, comfortable blowout. Didn't always look like that would be the case, but we got there. He discusses the bench extending the lead, Rui Hachimura stepping into the starting group, and how that move from Darvin Ham might only further the gap between him and Austin Reaves.

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Is Darvin Ham's seat getting hot? BTS on Anthony's starting lineup scoop

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 19:57:46 -0000

Anthony and Aaron start the show with a quick explanation on the lengthy absence. Again, we are deeply sorry. We'll make sure Anthony never gets sick again. Then, they take you behind the scenes on the lineup story Anthony broke over the weekend and how it came to be. From there, they break down the new starting group and discuss what it signals now and why some in the locker room are annoyed with Darvin Ham's coaching. Finally, they have a lengthy discussion on whether Ham's seat is getting warm, whether it should be, and his standing in the organization in general.

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Rui Hachimura needs more minutes

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

After a(nother) conversation about D'Angelo Russell, Anthony and Aaron wonder aloud why Rui Hachimura seemingly can't crack the rotation more regularly.

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It's time to have the Darvin Ham conversation

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to the Lakers losing to the Wolves but it turns into a conversation about Darvin Ham. It's a little uncomfortable, and Ham isn't doing enough to quite the doubters (like Anthony).

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Raj has had enough with these Lakers

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:45:45 -0000

Honestly, we're all going to get out of the way and let Raj cook here.

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Jon Krawczynski on the Wolves turnaround, upcoming Lakers matchup, and the D'Angelo Russell experience

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:12:02 -0000

Anthony welcomes Jon Krawczynski (The Athletic) to discuss the season the Minnesota Timberwolves are having and how important organizational culture is. Then, the guys preview Lakers-Wolves Thursday and why it's a particularly fun matchup. The wrap with a conversation about the D'Angelo Russell experience and everything it can entail, both good and bad.

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Why are the Lakers such a different team outside the In-Season Tournament?

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Anthony talks to Aaron about the Lakers outside the In-Season Tournament. Why is there such a stark contrast? Then, they talk about LeBron James' and Anthony Davis' minutes and whether they're concerned about how they're racking them up. Finally, they wrap by continuing Anthony's reporting on D'Angelo Russell and potential tension in the locker room.

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Is D'Angelo Russell becoming a problem?

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the latest frustrating, winnable loss, details some bad habits that have crept back in since the IST, and offers up some of what he's heard about some tension in the Lakers' locker room between some guys and D'Angelo Russell.

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Anthony re-explains he trade season primer

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony didn't like how he explained he trade primer Friday so he goes back and clears it up, hopefully. He then discusses the backup center situation and how the Lakers might address it before updating Gabe Vincent's availability and previewing tonight's game against the Knicks.

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NBA trade rumors season kickoff

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 20:12:32 -0000

Anthony runs through some trade targets and goes through their prices after opening a quick mailbag. He wraps with a look at tonight's matchup against the Spurs. You can read about all those trade targets in more detail here: https://anthonyirwin.substack.com/p/happy-trade-season

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Harrison and Anthony fight over In-Season Tournament banners... TO THE DEATH

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison start by discussing the trio of Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell and Taurean Prince. Then, they debate the Lakers flying an In-Season Tournament Championship banner at the behest/nudging/request/demand of the league. They wrap with this week's power rankings, which focus pretty heavily on Giannis Antetokounmpo fighting the Indiana Pacers over a basketball.

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Once again, Darvin Ham goes away from defense/wings and it almost costs a win

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj debate over Darvin Ham's coaching approach. This should've been a nice, relaxing episode after a nice, relaxing win. But nope. Can't have nice things, apparently.

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Welp. Saw that effort coming

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses the Lakers' approach to the sport and how it continues to bite them in the rear end. He then covers the move away from the identity they'd found success with and how that again highlights Darvin Ham's basketball ideologies. This was an annoying loss, mostly because of how predictable the effort felt.

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Did the NBA just make the Lakers disregard a decades-long banner policy?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 07:03:22 -0000

Anthony offers up an update on Gabe Vincent and the news is surprisingly good. Anthony being Anthony, though, he wonders what this does to the identity the Lakers have found in Vincent's absence. Next, he discusses the Lakers seemingly being forced to fly a banner they pretty clearly weren't interested in only a few days ago. What went on there? Finally, he wraps by looking ahead to tonight's game against Dallas and wonders how NBA media is supposed to handle Zion Williamson's apparent condition issues.

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The Los Angeles Lakers are NBA (in-season tournament) Champions

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses one of the most fun Los Angeles sports weekends in a long, long time. Sit back, put your feet up, and enjoy. Unless you're at work. Try to look busy. Please don't let us get you in trouble.

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Let's celebrate this week with an ACTUALLY happy Happy Hour

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:52:12 -0000

Anthony started this show thinking it would be a nice, quick, 20-30-minute chat. It turned into a full on actually happy Happy Hour because you, the listeners, had so many great questions. He starts, though, with a quick monologue on why he thinks the Lakers belong in that top tier of championship contenders now.

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Raj and Anthony marvel at that butt-kickin'

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to a complete mollywhopping as the Lakers demo'ed the Pelicans to the tune of a 44-point blowout. Honestly, no show design here. Just sit back and enjoy this one with us.

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No, the Lakers aren't interested in Zach LaVine

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 19:29:07 -0000

The Lakers have been connected to Zach LaVine since the start of the season. Thing is, they aren't actually all that interested in him. So what's going on there? Anthony and Aaron explain. Then, the guys discuss the Lakers' wing-heavy rotation and who might be on the outside looking in if this is the identity Darvin Ham commits to. Please commit to it, Darvin. We're begging.

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Jovan Buha on timeout-gate, Lakers' wing-based identity, LeStrongSafety, Anthony Davis and trade rumors

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Jovan Buha (The Athletic) stopped by to discuss a whole bunch. He and Anthony relived the last 16 hours or so as Jovan was the pool reporter tasked with asking Tuesday's referees about that controversial timeout. Then, they looked at this wing-heavy roster and the impact all that length had on Phoenix and might have moving forward if Darvin Ham commits to that group as this team's identity. Anthony pitches his concept for LeBron as strong safety in the defense and Jovan didn't hate it. They wrap with a conversation about Anthony Davis' wild swings from overrated to underrated to properly rated and everywhere in-between and a brief look at D'Angelo Russell trade rumors as they are already swirling in unavoidable ways.

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Harrison takes all the victories laps for the in-season tournament as Lakers beat Suns

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:47:27 -0000

Anthony and Harrison react to a fun, ugly game between the Lakers and Suns that felt more important than usual. As that is the case, Anthony admits to maybe being a little wrong about the IST. Yes. Anthony admitted he might be wrong. The guys talk about the game, Darvin Ham's coaching, Taurean Prince, the Lakers wings who should play, LeBron's insane longevity and plenty more.

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Cranjis McBasketball and Anthony debate analytics TO THE DEATH

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:44:48 -0000

Anthony welcomes Tim (Lakers Exceptionalism Pod) to debate hyper efficiency with against potential predictability. Anthony Davis' shot diet comes to mind, where his three-point attempts have all but disappeared and Anthony is worried that makes him easier to guard. This leads to a discussion about the five-out system and how, even while the shot profile seems effective, it may explain why some guys have struggled to shoot. They wrap with a discussion about Taurean Prince that led to some legit hilarious stats.

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LeBron James vs. Ime Udoka full breakdown

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony has probably way too much fun breaking down LeBron James vs. Ime Udoka. Yeah he talks about how nice it was to have all the wings back and the impact that will have on the team's identity but really it's the exact kind of story he simply cannot get enough of.

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Sabreena Merchant surprises Anthony mid-mailbag!

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:48:36 -0000

Happy Friday everyone! Anthony went live to answer some of your questions only to be surprised on air by friend of the show and former SSR co-host Sabreena Merchant. The two talk about how far back they've scaled their expectations, how much of the meh start to the season are real issues vs. the result of so many injuries, and, of course, to tell Anthony how wrong he is about the In-Season Tournament. This was a blast.

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Another games against a good team, another blowout loss

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest underwhelming performance against a good team even given lowered expectations with all the injuries. The offense needs more direction, and until they get it, nothing is going to change. He also closes with a trend he's noticed in NBA ownership as the league prepares for negotiations on its next media rights deal.

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Anthony and Aaron discuss Darvin Ham. Lots and lots of Ham talk

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:30:54 -0000

A quarter of the way through the season, Anthony and Aaron take inventory on what they've seen from Darvin Ham as a head coach. There's plenty to like. There's also, unfortunately, plenty to question. Anthony also unveils a stat that almost literally left Aaron speechless.

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Lakers bounce back, mollywhop unserious Pistons

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Every so often you need a win like that. Anthony and Raj break it down, then look ahead to a big game a mere 24 hours later against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Dan Woike on Zach LaVine trade rumors, Lakers' offensive struggles, injury updates

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 21:58:40 -0000

Dan Woike (L.A. Times) stops by to discuss the struggles thus far on offense for the Lakers. Anthony reads a few stats that makes even Dan shiver a little. Then, they dive into the recent trade rumors and the impact they might already be having on guys. If you're hoping for Zach LaVine, we throw a damp blanket on some of that noise. Finally, the guys go through guys currently out but hopefully returning soon.

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Lakers' reward for winning their IST pool: Another game against the Suns

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts the show wondering why exactly the Lakers should care about winning the In-Season Tournament. Sorry. We keep trying to get him to stop. Then, he discusses the Lakers' offense and a few stats that have him nervous moving forward. He wraps with a quick discussion on Zach LaVine and whether he fixes the Lakers' offensive issues.

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That can't be the answer to Anthony Davis gotten called a flopper

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony... well, he goes full Anthony.

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Lakers continue to prove how valuable depth is through rough injury situation

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony looks back on a Thanksgiving weekend that featured two very different games that featured some very familiar issues. In one case, the Lakers weren't able to overcome them. In the other, they were. He explains LeBron James' thought process in taking that one dumb three he seems to take late in every close game. He makes the case for Max Christie getting minutes even as guys get healthy. Fun weekend.

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Anthony and Aaron hash it out over the In-Season Tournament

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:40:55 -0000

Anthony is sick of the fake praise he feels for the In-Season Tournament. He and Aaron debate the tournament and all the NBA's other recent efforts to generate untapped revenue. From there, they discuss the actual Lakers and when it might make sense to finally bench Taurean Prince.

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Quietly, the Lakers are starting to show some similarities to that 2020 title team

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

LeBron James and Anthony Davis got to sit yet another fourth quarter. Austin Reaves actually handled pressure fairly well. D'Angelo Russell loves playing from way ahead. Taurean Prince continues to struggle. The Lakers appear to have lost Cam Reddish to a groin injury. Rui Hachimura has quietly made a solid case for an increased role. Even beyond all that, Anthony has noticed some potential similarities to that title team we all loved so much. He talks to Raj Chipalu about all of it on the heels of a dominant win against Utah.

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Have you had fun watching these Lakers?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 20:12:00 -0000

Anthony is curious as he has watched this season to this point somewhat frustrated... Are you having fun? Harrison thinks so? Maybe? Anthony also has a theory that expands to the rest of the league on this topic. The guys then unveil their second power rankings of the season, and boy what an addition this segment has been.

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How should the Lakers handle Jarred Vanderbilt's impending return?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:00:58 -0000

Anthony is joined by Raj Chipalu (All Access Lakers) to discuss the Lakers thus far. Where do they land in relation to his expectations heading into the season? Jarred Vanderbilt might be on the mend. When he comes back, what should the rotation look like? D'Angelo Russell is once again a polarizing figure. What can he do to show he should remain a Laker for the entirety of this season? The Lakers have a results problem right now offensively. Should they stick with the process?

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LeBron James. How.

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a thrilling win that went right down to the wire. He highlights LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, Cam Reddish, and Taurean Prince, then moves on to the macro of winning a game while you don't play well against a surprisingly good Houston Rockets team.

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What are fair expectations for Anthony Davis?

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:44:11 -0000

Following 24 hours or so of nonstop Anthony Davis takes, Anthony has a simple question for Aaron: What is fair to expect of Anthony Davis on a nightly basis? What type of standard should we hold him to? The guys also talk about a tweet Anthony sent that has made his mentions a nuclear disaster and some weird trade rumors it feels way too early for.

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Anthony Davis no-shows, gives plenty of ammo to doubters

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony rips Anthony Davis. It's really just as simple as saying that the Lakers lost because he didn't show up. Still, others deserved credit (LeBron James, D'Angelo Russell, Cam Reddish) and some deserved criticism (Austin Reaves, Darvin Ham), but this was about AD.

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Anthony Davis dominates Jaren Jackson Jr., talks some stuff after the game

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Raj Chipalu to recap a nice, fun, relaxing Lakers blowout. We don't get many of these so they enjoy it, as well as some of the other hilarity that took place within the division as both the Clippers and Warriors went viral for the wrong reasons. They give kudos to Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell, Cam Reddish and Rui Hachimura in particular, but mostly just enjoy last night's festivities.

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The Lakers won without LeBron James

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony details the specific circumstances that led to the Lakers performing even without LeBron James. Yes, it was a shorthanded and bad Trail Blazers team, but the Lakers did enough to win. Anthony Davis bullied Deandre Ayton and their small frontcourt. D'Angelo Russell picked up the creative responsibilities and came through. Austin Reaves is getting used to his role off the bench. Cam Reddish continued his steady play. Quietly, Darvin Ham put Rui Hachimura on Portland's best player (Jerami Grant) and he fared quite well. Taurean Prince did little things while his shot wasn't falling.

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When should the Lakers change their starters? When should they scrap five out?

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 21:55:08 -0000

Anthony and Aaron negotiate The Lounge's official partnership with All Access Lakers. They were brutal and their friendship may never be the same. Also, the guys talk about the starters' uninspiring minutes thus far and whether it might be time to scrap the scheme the Lakers entered the season with.

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So about that optimism,

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 18:45:28 -0000

Well, it took all of eight games for all that warm, fuzzy optimism to subside. Aaron poured himself a nice tall glass of unnamed cognac for this one.

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Anthony unleashes his first rant of the season

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers played against the Rockets Wednesday night. Well, they were scheduled to. No one showed up outside of Rui Hachimura. Anthony has had enough of the complete lack of urgency from the starters and thinks they're having a ripple effect across the rest of the team. Is it time to worry now? Maybe not, but there are some concerning trends.

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Anthony and Harrison introduce... Power Rankings, as you've never heard them before

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:30:00 -0000

Anthony has long been fascinated by power rankings and finally figured out a way that he might enjoy doing them on the show. In this episode, the guys power ranking anything they've wanted to talk about from the NBA's first couple weeks. And get used to these. Every time Harrison comes on the show, they're doing them.

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The definitive Anthony Davis conversation

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony has started to notice a complete lack of nuance about Anthony Davis, so it's once again time for him and Harrison to have THE definitive Anthony Davis Discussion. Anthony also rants about the Lakers' handling of injuries (again). But mostly, this is a space to come to hear the only conversation about AD you'll ever need... until they feel the need to have it again.

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Lakers lose to Heat, their tempers, maybe Anthony Davis

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a game that featured groin spasms, Cam Reddish game-winning attempts, technical fouls, ejections, and, well all kinds of everything else. He also rants a little bit on how the Lakers have handled injuries through a mere seven games.

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If the Lakers do go bigger, how would the rotation look?

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are finding out through experience and success which way they should probably play moving forward. Anthony explains what that means for the guards and who else might wind up losing time if Darvin Ham tweaks things to focus more on size.

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The Lakers finally snapped that stupid Clippers streak

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 06:44:49 -0000

Anthony is joined by a jubilant Raj Chipalu to recap an incredible game. The Lakers beat the Clippers in overtime in what felt like a playoff game. LeBron James led the way with 35. Anthony Davis anchored the D. Darvin Ham fully committed to size. Austin Reaves got his groove back. All of it lent to a special night. Let's break it down.

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What does the James Harden trade mean for the Lakers; Christian Wood is changing the Lakers' identity

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 20:05:28 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss the basketball side of the James Harden trade and how the Clippers now match up against the Lakers. Anthony still doesn't believe in them. The Clippers are too small, which offers a perfect segue into the Lakers now potentially playing bigger thanks to Christian Wood stepping up. The guys examine what he's brought and then Anthony asks about Max Christie, plus gives a theory on what might be going on with his minutes.

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James Harden was finally traded; Anthony isn't impressed

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:53:55 -0000

With news dropping late last night that James Harden would finally be be joining the Clippers, Anthony explains why this is a perfect fit, but not in the way Clippers fans might be hoping. He and Aaron disagree on a couple things as they take a look at the fallout in Philly and how Harden did business compared to, say, Damian Lillard.

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Lakers vanquish Magic; Anthony Davis, still v good; D'Angelo Russell dunked!

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a tough win against an upstart Magic team that looked poised on several occasions to upset the Lakers at home. Anthony Davis led the way with a big night. D'Angelo Russell hit some huge shots. LeBron James continues to amaze. Austin Reaves continues to, well, not amaze.

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Lakers lose in OT to Kings; Darvin Ham found his Avery Bradley

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Darvin Ham is really trying to make fetch (Gabe Vincent) happen. Fetch isn't going to happen. Anthony is already pretty fed up with this aspect of Ham's rotations even if he understands some of the issues Ham has been running into. He explains some of why this team feels a little disjointed but also makes it clear that Ham needs to move away from what appears to be an idealogical approach (playing small).

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Is Christian Wood's defense legit?

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 20:53:05 -0000

Anthony (re)introduces a show concept that he'll be doing every Friday, with your help. Today, a listener (shouts to KRSwishh) wanted to know how he felt about Christian Wood's improved focus on defense, so... Anthony talked about Wood's defense and offered an analogy to figure out the likelihood that this continues. Same goes for D'Angelo Russell. He then quickly recaps the week that was and looks ahead to next week.

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Wasn't pretty, but the Lakers got their first win of the season

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the first win of the 2023-'24 season. Yes, the Lakers made us sweat it out, but given that it's a divisional opponent at home, they needed it. Anthony Davis bounced back. LeBron James vs. Kevin Durant sure was fun. Christian Wood! What Austin Reaves needs to do to look more comfortable. What the hell was Darvin Ham thinking with all those Gabe Vincent minutes? Plus, some picks for a fun Friday night of hoops courtesy of Sleeper.

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LeBron wants to play point; Chuck grills Adam Silver; AD needs to dominate vs. Phoenix

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:11:46 -0000

In classic Anthony-and-Aaron fashion, this episode sure does wander. First, they start with a viral clip of LeBron James reminding Phil Handy he can play point guard. Should he, is the question. Then, after Anthony credits Charles Barkley for pushing Adam Silver on the NBA's domestic violence policies, the guys discuss that situation and how they think the league can do better. They segue awkwardly to tonight's game against Phoenix, in which Anthony thinks Anthony Davis needs to dominate.

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Lakers look to bounce back vs. shorthanded Suns; Anthony Davis needs this one

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony wraps up what's left of the discussion about opening night. He offers a couple more notes and a little more explanation for the guys some of you think he was a little too hard on after Tuesday night. Then, he looks ahead to a matchup with the Phoenix Suns, who might not have Devin Booker and/or Bradley Beal. Anthony Davis needs this one. We need him to need it. He finishes with a trip around the league on a busy night and laughs at the Chicago Bulls.

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Matt Moore on Lakers-Nuggets; How to bet the Lakers this year

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:36:25 -0000

Anthony and fan favorite Matt Moore discuss the sights and sounds from opening night. The Nuggets beat the Lakers, though Matt and Anthony somewhat disagree on why. What they do agree on is how the Lakers need more from Anthony Davis, especially if LeBron James' limits are going to be limited the way Darvin Ham said they might after the game. They wrap with a few minutes on how to bet the Lakers this year and which kinds of matchups they'll play well in.

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Lakers drop opener to Nuggets; Anthony Davis disappears in second half; LeBron still looks like LeBron (but for fewer minutes)

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses an interesting game between the Nuggets and Lakers that went just about as he thought heading in, with a couple details that certainly felt noteworthy. He talks about Anthony Davis disappearing in the second half -- especially painful given what Nikola Jokic did. He offered some additional context as to why that happened. He also talked about D'Angelo Russell's disappointing night. On a lighter note, LeBron James looked great and Cam Reddish and Christian Wood pleasantly surprised.

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Lakers-Nuggets preview; L.A.'s depth vs. Denver's hangover

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony previews Lakers-Nuggets, a fascinating matchup to open the NBA season. He then takes a few questions from the various mailbag options. He wraps by wondering what's up with Jarred Vanderbilt and takes issue with the Lakers' approach to injury information.

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Anthony, Pete & Harrison reunite for NBA Eve

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:55:29 -0000

After multiple years of not being able to record together, Anthony, Pete and Harrison are together again. They talk about expectations for this upcoming Lakers season. They talk about questions they have heading in. They argue over expectations for Anthony Davis and LeBron James. But most of all, they just enjoy getting to do this for the first time in way too long.

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Lakers full preseason recap: Who impressed? Who needed to show more? Expectations?

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are roughly 24 hours from tipping off their 2023-'24 campaign. All things considered, it was a successful preseason. Anthony looks at who impressed him and who needed to show more (for a variety of reasons). Then, he zooms out to define the identity the Lakers will need to accept to optimize this season by looking closely at the strengths and weaknesses of this team. Finally, he outlines his expectations for this team, which are pretty damn high..

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Lakers wrap up a successful preseason on a weird note

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers wrapped up their preseason with a weird one against a shorthanded Suns team (no Devin Booker, no Bradley Beal). It was pretty clear the intent was to get out of there healthy (mission accomplished) but did lead to some lackadaisical play. Anthony recaps the game in both macro and micro senses, all the while understanding why Lakers fans might not have the most patience.

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Nike will pay for its crimes against NBA uniforms

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:21:11 -0000

With so little complain about with the Lakers, Anthony turns his attention to the atrocities Nike continues to commit against NBA uniforms. He and Aaron discuss that, James Harden and how pleasant this preseason has been. He also tells the story of Jen shooting down any ego he may have ever developed from being recognized in public.

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Mirin Fader on Austin Reaves' insane summer

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Mirin Fader to discuss her latest piece on Austin Reaves. He had one of the most insane offseasons in recent memory and it honestly is a perfect continuation for his basically inimitable career. The trio discuss golf, Austin's drive, how he gained LeBron's trust, Taylor Swift and frugality. Yeah, this was a typical ridiculous Anthony and Harrison interview.

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Jovan Buha on D'Angelo Russell's transformation, Lakers' new offensive identity

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:39:45 -0000

Jovan Buha (The Athletic) comes back to outline just how different this preseason/training camp has been from the others he's covered on the beat. Both on and off the court, the contrast couldn't possible be more drastic -- and enjoyable. He talks about the offensive overhaul, the three-point shooting, and the general competency he's noticed this year. The guys also discuss D'Angelo Russell and his approach to the game, and whether what we've seen increases the likelihood that he remains on the team into the postseason.

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The Lakers just keep impressing this preseason; Is it time to rethink expectations?

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a nice preseason weekend. The Lakers handled the Warriors (while all the main rotation players were playing) and then competed with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard with LeBron James. Yes, this team will succeed in different ways than we might be used to, but they're going to be very good all the same -- so good that Anthony is upping his expectations for them this season.

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Adam Mares on why it's good that the Lakers and Nuggets don't like each other

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is welcomed by an old friend in Adam Mares (AllCity, DNVR) whose Nuggets have a very real animosity towards the Lakers, who are happy to share that feeling. Both guys think it's good the teams are open to feeling that way, even in the "rent-free" era. They also talk about why Nikola Jokic pisses off Lakers fans specifically, even while he shares a lot in common with Kobe Bryant, according to Adam. This conversation touches on a bunch, including labor sentiments of all things, so tune in.

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If this is who D'Angelo Russell might be, the Lakers' ceiling gets tangibly higher

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:53:46 -0000

Anthony starts the show with a short rant about his stupid Dodgers. He quickly moves off of that to enjoy the positively immaculate vibes surrounding the Lakers, all starting with D'Angelo Russell. If this is who he might be moving forward, wow. Anthony and Aaron discuss him, the rotation, Jaxson Hayes, and what they were most right or wrong about heading into preseason.

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Lakers handle Kings even without LeBron, AD, Reaves

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony can't get enough of this team. He heaps praise on D'Angelo Russell, the multiple wing looks presented, how they're taking advantage of the math and just generally how professional this team looks. He also has been pleasantly surprised by Jaxson Hayes, who shined in his start even against Damontas Sabonis.

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Anthony finally talks out the rotation he thinks makes the most sense

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj talk through the rotation they think makes the most sense for the Lakers, which allows Anthony to finally figure out the identity he wants for both the starters and the bench unit. This involves an analogy involving the 2004 classic "300," which, you guessed it, Raj hasn't seen.

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The Lakers are finally a modern NBA team

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj marvel at the Lakers finally warming to the concept of math in the sport of basketball. This team is going to be difficult to defend. Raj also explains how he's somehow right that there always was a good team in there somewhere. Then, in the surprise of all surprises, Raj pushes back against some of Anthony and Sabreena's optimism from yesterday's episodes.

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Sabreena Merchant on the Lakers' backup center decision, WNBA Finals

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Sabreena wrap up their conversation with a debate over who should be the Lakers' backup center. They then turn their attention to the WNBA MVP results and the finals series currently underway and how both those things point to an incredibly bright future for women's basketball.

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Anthony is starting to buy into D'Angelo Russell

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony has really liked what he's heard and seen about or from D'Angelo Russell. He explains why he's buying into a guard who was once seen as nothing more than future contract matching fodder to Sabreena Merchant (The Athletic). The Dodgers also lost a playoff game that hurt both Anthony and Sabreena's souls.

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Sabreena Merchant on who should be the Lakers' fifth starter

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers started a different small forward in their second preseason game. Taurean Prince stepped in and looked quite good, which led Anthony and Sabreena Merchant (The Athletic) to discuss who they think should be the fifth starter after D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, LeBron James and Anthony Davis. They did so while the Dodgers lost another playoff game, so that launched a separate conversation, as well.

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'Ahsoka' finale recap

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:07:24 -0000

With "Ahsoka" now finished, Anthony and Aaron recap the finale and the series as a whole. What did they think of the show? What kind of groundwork did it lay for Star Wars moving forward? Where did it fall short?

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How have Rui Hachimura and Max Christie looked in camp thus far?

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:05:22 -0000

With camp underway, Anthony is curious how Rui Hachimura and Max Christie have looked. He explains why he has his eye on them specifically. Christie appears to be on the Alex Caruso/Austin Reaves career path, but Darvin Ham might have to work to get him minutes if what Aaron says is true.

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Go ahead, Lakers fans, be optimistic

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:02:58 -0000

In their final conversation before everyone gets to see the Lakers play (Saturday), Anthony and Aaron explain why it's perfectly fine to head into this season with a sense of real optimism about this team. Yes, the top of the league is stacked (and matching up with them is going to be difficult), but as is, the Lakers have a punchers chance against anyone, and we know they'll improve if they need to.

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Jason Timpf on Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell... and 'Ahsoka'

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Jason continue their conversation about the Lakers and, specifically, about their two starting guards. Is there a concern about Austin Reaves getting picked on? Can D'Angelo Russell play well enough to stick around beyond the deadline? What kind of deal would the guys envision if one is to be made? Then, the segue to a galaxy far, far away to discuss this season of "Ahsoka."

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Jason Timpf tries to define the Lakers' identity for this season

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Jason Timpf (The Volume) stops by again seeing as last time, he and Anthony were interrupted by the Damian Lillard trade. They start by identifying the identity they believe will optimize the roster and rotation. The Lakers are somewhat unique in that they can adapt to situations rather than force their approach on anyone they face.

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Funniest moments from NBA's media days (part 2) with Harrison

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:48:02 -0000

After having plenty of fun with their favorite moments from the NBA's various media day, Anthony and Harrison turn their attention to the budding rivalry between the Lakers and Nuggets, and also enjoy how nice it was to have such a drama-free day yesterday.

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Funniest moments from NBA's media days (part 1) with Harrison

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:46:15 -0000

Anthony and Harrison usually play media day BINGO but as they are talking after it's happened already, the chose instead to laugh at their favorite quotes and moments as teams introduced themselves ahead of the 2023-'24 season.

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Can this season get here already?

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony picked up on four themes from media day and all had him feeling pretty great about the season heading in.

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What does the Damian Lillard trade mean for the Lakers?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:39:30 -0000

As with anything that happens in the NBA, the most important question becomes: How does this impact the Lakers? The guys discuss, plus wonder where Jrue Holiday winds up.

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Is Damian Lillard the line in the sand for the player empowerment era?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:32:51 -0000

Damian Lillard didn't get his way. All along, Miami thought they could strong-arm Portland into a lesser deal because of Lillard's preference. It didn't play out that way. Anthony and Aaron discuss whether this signals a cultural shift or if this was just a matter of specific circumstances.

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BREAKING: Damian Lillard to Milwaukee, Anthony and Jason Timpf react live

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:24:40 -0000

Anthony and Jason Timpf (The Volume) had a plan to talk about the Lakers. They thought maybe if it came up they'd talk a little about Dame. Boy did that plan get thrown out the window.

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What will be the Lakers' identity this season?

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:02:49 -0000

Anthony fights through the elements (his daughter brought back a cold from school) to discuss a topic that legitimately intrigues him and will be revisited throughout the season.

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Wrapping up 'Winning Time' discussion; Is 'Ahsoka' finding its stride?

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:14:57 -0000

Anthony finds a link between audiences not really feeling commercialized sports "documentaries" and what's going on at USC. Then, he and Aaron break down episode six of "Ahsoka."

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No, the Lakers won't be in on Buddy Hield

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:08:01 -0000

The guys explain why the Lakers will not be in on Buddy Hield now that he has finally been made more available for trade.

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What do teams owe superstars?

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:04:59 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to the latest in the Damian Lillard saga and respond to the ridiculous notion that the Blazers "owe" it to Lillard to send him to Miami no matter the return.

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Is Jarred Vanderbilt over, under, or properly paid?

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 22:47:46 -0000

Anthony and Harrison wrap up their 'Winning Time' discussion, then segue to Jarred Vanderbilt's extension. It mostly makes sense, with a couple notes both this season and moving forward. Also, Anthony explains how he thought he poisoned himself with cucumber water.

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Harrison defends 'Winning Time' to the death

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 22:39:59 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss "Winning Time" and where they believe the show went wrong in its second season. Well, Anthony thinks it went kind of wrong. Harrison stans.

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'Winning Time' cancelled after two seasons

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:23:52 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on 'Winning Time' now that the show is over. Which choices did he take issue with? Can the show be saved? Then, he dives into the mailbag to answer your questions.

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FIBA, Team USA give the Lakers some prime tampering opportunities

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:10:36 -0000

In response to yet another disappointment in FIBA play, LeBron is rounding up the gang for one last ride. Anthony's brain immediately jumped to how this will help the Lakers.

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New load management rules are about appearance rather than real action

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:52:31 -0000

Anthony and Aaron take a look at the league's new approach to load management and agree that, frankly, the new rules aren't actually going to do anything to teams that rest players more than they should.

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Parting FIBA thoughts; 'Winning Time' continues unfortunate trend

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives some parting thoughts on Team USA once again falling flat in FIBA play. Then, he discusses "Winning Time," which, while still entertaining, has made some choices that show how the sausage gets made. He also opens the iTunes mailbag to answer a couple questions.

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The Lakers have a legit shot at a championship this season

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts by wondering if the Lakers are a top-five team. That actually might be conservative, as he and Aaron explain.

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Can the Lakers get Christian Wood to defend?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:30:00 -0000

Christian Wood hasn't shown an interest in defending consistently. If he wants to save his career, he'll have to rethink that approach. Will he?

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Why has Christian Wood been so polarizing?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Aaron and Anthony break down the various reactions to the Lakers signing Christian Wood. The spectrum of analysis has been pretty wild (which also leads to a brief detour into media analysis), which makes Anthony wonder what is going on.

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Lakers offseason recap; Anthony... is actually happy?

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 21:21:50 -0000

Anthony goes positional group by positional group to analyze a roster that... he actually likes quite a bit? He likes them enough to rank them as a top five group heading into next year. If he's happy, something terrible is about to happen, so let's all just enjoy this.

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BREAKING: Lakers reportedly sign Christian Wood

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:18:10 -0000

Anthony returns from vacation to some actual news! The Lakers have a (quite good) backup center! He discusses Christian Wood's strengths, weaknesses, and why he is available at the discounted price the Lakers were able to take advantage of. He also explains his lengthy absence.

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Has "Winning Time" lost its way? Plus, Ahsoka reaction

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0000

"Winning Time" has become super watered down and Rosario Dawson isn't a very good Ahsoka. Aaron and Anthony react to a couple shows that they still mostly like but do wish were a bit better.

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Did James Harden and Damian Lillard just end the player empowerment progress?

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:30:00 -0000

The NBA has fined James Harden and it's making Anthony think owners have finally drawn their line in the sand that players will not cross as player empowerment has gotten somewhat out of control.

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Lakers announce Kobe's statue unveiling; Let's talk about Kobe

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

With the Lakers formally announcing when Kobe's statue will be unveiled, Anthony and Aaron reminisce on Bryant, marvel at Vanessa's strength, argue about Kobe v Harden, but mostly just think back on a player and person they dearly miss.

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Jovan Buha on Austin Reaves, Taylor Swift, brick, mortar, and Christian Wood

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:13:47 -0000

Jovan Buha (The Athletic) stopped by to discuss a feature he wrote about Austin Reaves. It's fantastic. He and Anthony talk about Reaves' meteoric rise, what drives Reaves, his fit on the Lakers, and where his ceiling might be. They also talk about why Reaves has been so successful from a basketball perspective and finish with a quick discussion about the Lakers' final roster spots.

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What makes Austin Reaves as noticeably impactful as he is?

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains what makes Austin Reaves so special and why he's confident the stellar play we've seen from him on Team USA is immediately translatable to what the Lakers will need from him this year. He also answers your questions about LeBron James' minutes and the types of players he thinks the Lakers should target when trades become a thing again.

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Lakers Schedule Breakdown: It's tough, but manageable

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers' schedules ranks in the top five of toughest in the league as it's laid out right now but does have some stretches that can make up for those difficulties. He finishes with a couple questions from the live audience.

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Anthony explains why there appear to be so many contract grievances around the league

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:40:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron continue talking about James Harden and why everyone finds themselves in the predicament they're in. Anthony says it's exactly what James Harden and Daryl Morey deserve. Also, as a listener is getting ready for their wedding, Anthony and Aaron give some marriage/wedding advice.

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Of course Anthony complains about the NBA's schedule release pattern

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:06:36 -0000

Anthony is feeling old and cranky about the NBA releasing its schedule seemingly a game at a time. It isn't really helping anyone, he says. Aaron can't believe Anthony is whining about this now. They also start a conversation about James Harden's antics.

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Harrison uses his cat's poop to explain the James Harden situation

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 22:15:40 -0000

Harrison risked life and limb to explain just how uncomfortable this whole situation is, and how it is affecting everything around the league. Then, Anthony recaps the latest episode of "Winning Time" and how it helps explain events that are still playing out to this day.

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How James Harden's antics might help the Lakers finally fill out their roster

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 22:06:11 -0000

James Harden gifted everyone what we desperately needed in the middle of August: Content! Anthony and Harrison break down the latest in the hilariously stupid saga that pits Harden against Daryl Morey.

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Daman Rangoola on Pau Gasol, Hall of Fame player and person

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

With Pau Gasol entering the Hall of Fame this weekend, Anthony brought back the biggest Pau fan he knows, Daman Rangoola. The guys go through the Gasol timeline, celebrating key moments along the way and finish by discussing Pau the person. This is one of the most fun episodes we've recorded in a little while. Felicidades, Pau!

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Celebrating Pau Gasol going into the Hall of Fame (and some Paul Pierce shade)

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:13:24 -0000

Anthony has Pau ranked higher than most on his favorite Lakers list and explains why to Aaron. Then, the guys roast Paul Pierce for his hatred of Dwyane Wade -- which allows Anthony to rant about James Harden somehow.

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"Their deity might be Doritos"

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:04:56 -0000

Anthony opens the show with an absolutely shocking story from his drive this morning (you might have to be a parent to fully relate).

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WHO IS BETTER ALEX CARUSO OR AUSTIN REAVES

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison preview Team USA's exhibition season kicking off and the role Austin Reaves might play in it. They can't help but notice some trends in the tweets about the team and how often Austin appears to be making appearances. From a basketball perspective, they discuss his role on the team and their expectations for him in this setting, which launches a blood feud over who is better between Reaves and Alex Caruso. Harrison also gives an analogy for the Anthony Davis extension that might land him a divorce.

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What is Anthony's worst take of all time?

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives a couple more thoughts on the now official extension for Anthony Davis. He then welcomes a very special guest to recap S2E1 of "Winning Time," which made its return Sunday night. He finishes up by opening the iTunes and Twitter mailbags, where a listener asked a hugely important question: What is the take Anthony regrets most?

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BREAKING: Anthony Davis, Lakers agree to max extension

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 20:54:42 -0000

The Lakers and Anthony Davis agreed to this new deal on the first day the two sides could do so. Anthony breaks down what it means, why he's happy about the deal, and what AD will have to do to make good on it. He then takes a couple questions from the live youtube audience.

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Sopan Deb on retired players broadcast boot camp, changes at ESPN, NBA applying pressure

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Sopan Deb stops by again to talk about a piece he wrote on a former player boot camp NBAers attend to get ready for a potential next career. Sopan was surprised by the response to it, which then allows he and Anthony to have a macro conversation about NBA media in general, the changes at ESPN and what the NBA applying pressure to a broadcast partner might mean.

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Anthony really doesn't believe in the Phoenix Suns

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:52:04 -0000

Anthony explains why he's out on the Suns this year. He's so far out he even gives a little gambling advice. At the end of the pod, he tells the story of the time Bobby Brown (the basketball player) dunked him into oblivion.

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Are the Lakers under, over, or properly rated?

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:39:57 -0000

The playoffs odds show the Lakers as essentially a middling Western Conference team. Anthony and Aaron discuss whether they think that's too high, too low, or just right.

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Anthony compares Damian Lillard situation to Kobe's trade request; WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike up from Ian Karmel

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:30:00 -0000

The Lakers have both benefitted from a stars asking out and sweated through a star's trade demand. Anthony uses those experiences to relate to what Blazers fan Ian Karmel is presently going through. Then, he segues awkwardly to a discussion about the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike and what it means for the content we love.

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Ian Karmel and Anthony feel like Heat fans are gaslighting them about Miami's offer for Damian Lillard

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by the hilarious Ian Karmel (All Fantasy Everything) to discuss the Damian Lillard trade situation. Both guys feel like Heat fans and even media might be gaslighting them with the reaction to Portland not wanting to send a team icon to them for peanuts.

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What will the Lakers' record be next season?

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens the iTunes mailbag to answer questions about "state" media, Austin Reaves, the Lakers' record, and the Pacific Division in general.

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Aaron tries to explain Jaylen Brown's extension

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 07:30:00 -0000

The guys talk about Jaylen Brown and Anthony Davis for a bit but the real key to this episode is the new game they played.

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Aaron surprised Anthony with a Jarred Vanderbilt take

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Jarred Vanderbilt has been the subject of discussion quite a bit lately so Anthony wanted to see where Aaron is at. The result legitimately surprised Anthony.

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Anthony and Harrison talk... Barbenheimer? MCU? DC? Star Wars?

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:40:00 -0000

After wrapping up their discussion about Anthony Davis' extension, Anthony and Harrison discuss... Barbenheimer? What? Well, they both have thoughts on some non-comic book successes and what they say about the state of the MCU, DCU and Star Wars. July!

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Anthony and Harrison marvel at Jaylen Brown's extension

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony opens the show with some thoughts on Bronny James being taken to the hospital. From there, they segue awkwardly to the Jaylen Brown extension and how, for selfish reasons, Harrison and Anthony both love the deal. They use it to discuss Anthony Davis' likely extension with the help of an unplanned but special guest.

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How close was Austin Reaves to signing elsewhere? Plus, mailbag time!

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony responds to the notion that a couple teams were interested in Austin Reaves but nothing came of it. He explains why, and importantly notes that no one holds any hard feelings for how free agency went. He then opens the mailbag to answer questions about his career, the rotation and Jarred Vanderbilt.

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If the Lakers don't sign Christian Wood, then what?

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Christian Wood is who the Lakers seem to prefer (though that's kind of split). What happens if he doesn't sign with the Lakers? Anthony also shows Aaron a video that makes him question everything.

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How Damian Lillard, James Harden are impacting Lakers' pursuit of Christian Wood, other centers

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are stuck waiting for a couple other trade situations to be resolved before they can use their 14th roster spot. Anthony also explains why Avery made him feel like a proud father.

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Anthony has a theory on what's going on with Christian Wood

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony compiles all the recent reports about the Lakers and Christian Wood and throws a theory out there about potential talks between both sides, then answers some questions from the Youtube comments. Subscribe to the show on Youtube at youtube.com/@lakerslounge.

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Alex Regla enables Anthony's Max Christie obsession

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:52:49 -0000

Anthony is refusing to stop talking about Max Christie, so he did the thing any normal host would do: Bring on a guest specifically to talk about Max Christie.

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Kirk Henderson on Christian Wood

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony brings new friend of the show Kirk Henderson on to talk about Christian Wood, who seems like a real candidate to be the Lakers' final addition of the offseason.

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No, the Lakers would never consider trading Jarred Vanderbilt for Christian Wood

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 02:29:05 -0000

Anthony opens up the iTunes mailbag to discuss pressing matters like, well, the whole weird conversation from over the weekend about the Lakers potentially sending Jarred Vanderbilt to Dallas for Christian Wood. It isn't happening. Everyone take a deep breath.

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Khobi Price follows in Shaq's, Dwight's (and eventually Paolo's) footsteps

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 19:19:21 -0000

Anthony brings Khobi Price on the show for the first time as Lakers beat reporter for the Southern California News Group, replacing good friend of the show, Kyle Goon. The guys discuss Price's initial impressions of Lakers fans, his expectations going in, what he's looking to bring to the beat and his general thoughts on this Lakers team.

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Should NBA superstars be considered labor, management, or something in-between?

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:56:25 -0000

In light of the latest regarding Damian Lillard and James Harden, Anthony explains why he doesn't think NBA superstars are your typical workforce and how that impacts their standing in labor discussions. He also unveils quite possibly the hottest take he's ever had that he actually believes.

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Anthony explains why he's still nervous about the guard rotation even given his excitement about Max Christie

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:44:27 -0000

Aaron asks an altogether fair question about Max Christie and Anthony explains why multiple things can be true at the same time. In this case, he really does believe in Max, but if Christie isn't ready, then the Lakers are going to be left scrambling with a thinner guard rotation than you may think.

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Aaron tells Anthony to calm down about Max Christie

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:34:15 -0000

Anthony still hasn't stopped thinking about Max Christie, so he throws out a truly wild take about him that Aaron can't help but push back against because he's a hatin' hater.

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Anthony can't stop talking about Max Christie

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony does not normally react like this to Lakers prospects but he could not possibly have been more impressed by what he saw from Christie on the court. He was so impressed that he got people sick of hearing him talk about Christie while he was in Vegas. Harrison is amazed at this reaction.

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REPORT: LeBron James will not, in fact, be retiring

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers will have LeBron James next season. What a relief. Anthony and Harrison (who broke the story) discuss that whole ordeal and what they actually took semi-seriously, even if neither ever thought he wouldn't be back. Then, Anthony talks about Max Christie.

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Pete and Anthony enjoy that, for the time in years, the Lakers will start the season with a logical roster

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 16:31:48 -0000

Now that the Lakers have made their offseason mostly official, Anthony welcomed Pete Zayas back on the show to discuss the roster. Anthony starts by explaining why he thinks fans are annoyed with him. Both guys like the additions, but also recognize there's more work to be done.

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Matt Moore on how to bet the Lakers this upcoming season; More Damian Lillard stuff

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 18:44:10 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show and friend of all Lakers fans everywhere Matt Moore on to discuss how they will be looking to bet the Lakers this year. They explain what goes into positions that Vegas takes on the Lakers compared to other teams. They wrap with a discussion about Damian Lillard that even features some fun at the expense of the Boston Celtics.

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So... When are the Lakers going to sign another center?

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 22:10:40 -0000

The Lakers need another center. The market still has a couple who fit pretty well. So, what's the holdup? Aaron explains that it has something to do with the couple stars waiting to be traded, so they guys use that as an example to get into those whole situations. Plus, Anthony tells a funny story from his experience at a cookout over the weekend.

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Aaron has a bone to pick with Anthony being so negative all the time

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:47:37 -0000

Aaron heard the last episode with Harrison and thinks Anthony needs to answer for his crimes.

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Are the Lakers trying to avoid paying luxury taxes this year; Does it matter?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:00:18 -0000

The Lakers are heading into the season close enough to the tax level that Anthony wonders if it was done on purpose. If so, how would you feel about a team that was just four wins from a championship series being tax conscious? Does it matter?

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Jorge Sedano gives a Gabe Vincent scouting report; Plus, latest on Damian Lillard-Heat noise

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 21:48:48 -0000

Friend of the show Jorge Sedano (ESPN) stops by to gives us his scouting report on Gabe Vincent, formerly of his Miami Heat. He and Anthony really like what Vincent brings to the table on and off the court. They also discuss how they think LeBron James has felt about this offseason. Finally, they get into some of this Damian Lillard-to-Miami stuff that feels like it has an inevitable endpoint.

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Lakers roster is basically set; Some initial thoughts; How might they wrap things up?

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony goes through this Lakers offseason, signing by signing, to evaluate the roster as a whole. This one's a doozie.

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Free agency day one review; Lakers are a wing team

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 04:37:12 -0000

Anthony is joined by Aaron and Raj to recap a really fun first day of free agency. Gabe Vincent and Taurean Prince are the big new additions. Rui Hachimura is back. Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell aren't, yet, but could be on their way.

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MEGA FREE AGENCY PREVIEW

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:55:50 -0000

Anthony went live on youtube to preview free agency. Any name that has kind of been linked to the Lakers was brought up. He also put forth a scenario where the Lakers can recoup some flexibility if they don't land Bruce Brown.

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BREAKING: Lakers say goodbye to Mo Bamba, Malik Beasley... for now

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:23:41 -0000

Looks like they're going the NTMLE route, which opens up their options this free agency. Anthony details what that would look like.

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What the Lakers do with Beasley, Bamba will dictate the rest of their offseason

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:56:26 -0000

The Lakers have a couple HUGE decisions to make today, so Aaron and Anthony discuss what's at stake, what the decision they make might mean, and the various paths ahead of them they might be looking at.

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So, about draft coverage and gambling...

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:51:16 -0000

Anthony and Aaron kick of the day with their typical nonsense but do arrive at a story that Anthony thinks might finally get people to care about journalism, as the lack of integrity might have cost a lot of people a lot of money.

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Bruce Brown? Bruce Brown! Or, Bruce... Brown...

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

After weeks and weeks of wandering through the desert of Runitback, the Lakers finally gave Anthony something to talk about and, boy, is it a fun subject. The Lakers are reportedly interested in Bruce Brown, have some confidence they could land him, and have a pathway to doing so. But, because Anthony is who he is, he had to ask if this is worth all it could cost.

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Jovan Buha on the Lakers' efforts to run last season's roster back

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:29:22 -0000

Jovan Buha of The Athletic joins the show again to offer up the latest on what he's heard about this Lakers offseason. Sounds like they're still focused on running last year's team back, but it's also fair to ask if they should. He and Anthony discuss the futures of D'Angelo Russell, Lonnie Walker IV, Mo Bamba and Malik Beasley. They wrap with a conversation about how much sense it makes to run back a team that got swept out of the conference finals.

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Jason Timpf on the offseason the Lakers need to have to catch the Nuggets

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:39:44 -0000

Jason Timpf of The Volume finally makes his Lounge debut to discuss the wide open west. He and Anthony put together a series of tiers they think the conference can fall in to eventually arrive at whether they think Denver can be caught this summer. In crazier news, both guys might actually like the offseason the Lakers are having.

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Sean Highkin on the similarities between Damian Lillard's situation and Kobe Bryant's trade demand

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 21:23:34 -0000

Anthony welcomes Sean Highkin (Rose Garden Report) to discuss everything going on with Damian Lillard. Everything. All of it.

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What the John Collins trade means for the Lakers

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

John Collins was finally traded. The return... woof. Anthony extrapolates that out to a pretty dull role player trade market thus far and explains why he doesn't think this is the beginning of some larger fire sale from Atlanta. He quickly gives some Damian Lillard thoughts because there aren't enough of those out there.

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Dan Woike on the Lakers running most of last year's roster back

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:38:21 -0000

Dan Woike of the L.A. Times stops by the show to discuss the offseason the Lakers have had thus far and them continuing to signal publicly and privately that they're likely running most of last year's roster back. What would that look like? What tweaks could be made? And what is the biggest lie a source has ever told him?

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Would the NBA be a bigger league had more markets won earlier?

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

It's a mailbag Monday and Anthony had a ton of questions to get to, including some on the NBA at-large and whether the league would be in a better place had more markets won than to this point, D'Angelo Russell's market, the Lakers' young core and more.

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Jacob Rude gives scouting report on Jalen-Hood Schifino

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 19:16:41 -0000

The Lakers drafted a player who has a ton of room to grow and call help immediately given his skillset. Jalen Hood-Schifino is a super exciting prospect and there was no one better to talk about him with than Jacob Rude of SSR, who watched closely and covered JHS at Indiana for Locked on Hoosiers.

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Lakers post-draft analysis

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:33:11 -0000

For weeks, Anthony had been hearing about how crazy draft night was going to get. And then... nothing. He runs a theory on why that was the case by Aaron, then the guys discuss the night the Lakers had, specifically. Not only did they not trade No. 17 for immediate help, but they took a project with that pick. What does it all mean?

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Sabreena and Anthony discuss potential returns on trading the No. 17 pick; Review Dennis Schröder's season

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by best friend of the show Sabreena Merchant to discuss expectations heading into the draft, whether she would prefer to use the No. 17 pick or trade it, and generally review the Dennis Schröder experience.

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Anthony and Harrison play Offseason Bingo

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Year in, year out, this is the episode Anthony and Harrison look forward to most. They go headline by headline to predict how this offseason is going to play out.

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Lakers will need some help if they want Chris Paul

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates you on the situations surrounding Chris Paul, Malik Beasley, D'Angelo Russell and Mo Bamba.

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Bradley Beal (finally) traded; Lakers waiting for Chris Paul

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a Father's Day bombshell and details what it means on its own and especially for the Lakers. Per reports and from what he's hearing the Lakers are frontrunners to sign Chris Paul should he become a free agent. Thing is, he might not become a free agent. Let us explain.

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Matt Moore still hates the Lakers

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:19:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Matt Moore (The Action Network) back to the show to discuss Ja Morant's suspension, the information economy in the NBA, and it means means for Memphis moving forward. Then, the two turn their attention to the Lakers and why he hates them so much.

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The internet is angry at Anthony again

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

First, Anthony takes you through the latest in a mock draft roundup for those interested in who experts think the Lakers might take if they stay at 17, but also explains that this is prime lying season so that always needs to be taken into account. Then, explains a trade he proposed on Twitter that lit his mentions on fire.

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Jason Maples on "organic" team building; How conversations about AAU miss the point

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Jason Maples (of Temple of Hoop) to discuss a couple narratives we've seen come out of these playoffs. First, the guys discuss the way the Nuggets were built and whether it should matter at all how a championship team comes together. Then, the other narrative to come out recently has been how AAU is failing America's best players in that they aren't keeping up with the likes of Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Giannis, etc. Let's just say Jason... disagrees.

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So... what do we do with D'Angelo Russell?

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 06:16:13 -0000

Anthony opens up the iTunes mailbag to answer quite the array of questions. This was a really fun episode. Shouts to everyone for the topics.

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How the Lakers can compete with the Nuggets next year -- Lowdown

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to Denver winning this title and what all went into it. Skip ahead if you don't like praise for other teams (we tried to get him not to, we swear). Then, he looks at the offseasons ahead for both the Lakers and Nuggets and thinks the Lakers have a chance -- with some luck -- at really competing with the champs.

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Is the Superteam Era officially over?

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:36:47 -0000

Anthony and Aaron preview what will likely be the final game of the 2022-'23 season by examining the way the Denver Nuggets were built and the most recent failures we've seen from super teams.

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Ricky O'Donnell on Lakers' options in the draft, chances at trading for Alex Caruso

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 19:35:57 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show Ricky O'Donnell back to talk the draft, which is somehow only a couple weeks away. He likes the Lakers' chances at landing an impact player at 17 or, depending on the route they go in, turning that asset into a player who can really help now (and has helped before). They also start with a conversation about the value of picks as the league heads into uncharted territory with this new CBA.

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Aaron explains how the whole Chris Paul thing went down

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony still has questions about Chris Paul so he bounces all his theories off a particularly patient Aaron, who offers up everything he knows and can share. They discuss how it all went down, what they think it all means, and whether Paul makes sense for the Lakers (he does). Then, they discuss LIV Golf (sure!) some finals stuff, and just take our word for it -- you're going to want to stick around for the post-show discussion. Trust us.

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Mirjam Swanson on what LIV Tour's success means for the NBA, other leagues

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Mirjam Swanson back for her second appearance, thus making her a friend of the show. They discuss LIV Golf's success and what it inevitably means for the NBA and other leagues. Then, he can't help but wonder if the Clippers are seriously going to run that core back after yet another season ended it disappointment. The conversation comes full circle as the two wonder what the response or coverage would even look like to Saudi money making its way to the NBA.

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Chris Paul actually makes a ton of sense for the Lakers

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony feels gross saying it. He might not sleep after recording this thing. But....... *deep sigh* Chris Paul, if available as a minimum or even exception signing, makes a lot of sense for the Lakers.

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Sabreena Merchant survives Anthony's curse, proves she's tougher than Pete

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Sabreena Merchant of The Athletic joins the show despite Anthony testing to see the strength of his cursing skills. After marveling at her toughness, the two look back on this Lakers season, ahead to the offseason, and wonder how the Lakers should approach maximizing Austin Reaves. They sprinkle in some LeBron talk and then discuss the Sparks and the WNBA in general.

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What is Kyrie Irving (or even LeBron James) trying to accomplish here? -- Lowdown

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0000

A whole bunch of dumb stuff happened so Anthony tries to break it all down.

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Kyrie recruiting LeBron to Dallas is the story Anthony and Harrison were born to cover

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison riff on one of the most ridiculous stories either of them can really recall, and boy is that saying something.

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What the Lakers can learn from Erik Spoelstra's success

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:57:54 -0000

Anthony watched last night and couldn't help but wonder how, if the Lakers just made adjustments more quickly than they typically did, they could've at least extended the series. A lot went into getting swept, but the difference between their rookie head coach and the best coach in the NBA is stark.

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Howard Beck and Anthony basically disagree for 40 minutes straight

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:52:18 -0000

Anthony and Howard Beck usually are pretty agreeable but today they may as well have launched a blood feud as they discuss these finals, and the NBA's continued attempted at legislating parity. This was a fun one. (and in all seriousness Beck is the best)

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Jake Fischer on the Lakers' latest free agency, trade rumors

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 21:37:35 -0000

Jake Fischer rejoins the show to outline the Lakers' offseason as it stands right now. What's the latest he's hearing on D'Angelo Russell? Could Austin Reaves take a shorter deal to hit the open market sooner? Could Rui Hachimura do the same? How is the trade market looking heading into the NBA Draft?

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Adam Mares previews Heat-Nuggets; Finally admits he was wrong about something

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 21:35:17 -0000

The Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat are mere hours from tipping off in the NBA Finals. For this occasion, I brought on an old friend to preview the series, discuss what's at stake, and, most importantly, admit he was wrong about something however many years ago.

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Looking at big NBA moves through a "Succession" prism

Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The guys continue their conversation about Bob Myers stepping down, then segue over to previewing Heat-Nuggets, and finish with a conversation about the recently ended "Succession."

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How Bob Myers stepping down impacts the Lakers

Wed, 31 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Pretty huge news dropped today as we found out Bob Myers would be stepping down from his position with the Golden State Warriors. Anthony and Aaron break down that decision and the potentially wide-ranging ramifications we might see come from it.

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Stop bringing up Kyrie Irving; It's not happening -- Lowdown

Tue, 30 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony discusses Celtics-Heat game seven and how nervous he was heading in. Then, he segues over to Lakers stuff where, for some reason, Kyrie's name just keeps coming up. So he explains why that needs to stop, and then opens up the mailbag to cover topics you want.

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Are ESPN and TNT failing the NBA?

Fri, 26 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

What does a league partner owe its league? That's the main question as Anthony and Aaron discuss NBA coverage at the top levels and biggest platforms.

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More on Austin Reaves; Latest on Rui Hachimura, D'Angelo Russell... Will everyone be back?

Fri, 26 May 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The guys wrap up their Austin Reaves discussion, then segue over to Rui Hachimura and D'Angelo Russell. What the Lakers can do this summer will have a lot to do with those guys' markets.

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The NBA is FINALLY addressing flopping; Aaron empathically predicts Austin Reaves' future

Fri, 26 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Reports surfaced yesterday that the league is finally going to address flopping. The guys debate whether they'll follow through on it and if this will be effective after agreeing it's become a problem. They then start a conversation about Austin Reaves' future with the Lakers.

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Anthony and Harrison have the definitive Anthony Davis conversation

Thu, 25 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

After 24 hours or so of nauseating conversations about the Lakers big man, Anthony and Harrison decided they needed to end this right here and now. Anthony Davis can certainly be frustrating. He can also be exhilarating. The guys discuss the season (and postseason) they watched, and tried to figure out why discussions about him get so stupid at times.

You're also going to want to stick around for the very end, as this set of outtakes is a particularly perfect look at Anthony away from the camera.

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Will Austin Reaves be a Laker next year? -- Lowdown

Thu, 25 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony takes a close look at Austin Reaves' market, why teams would be interested, the Lakers' approach to this offseason with him and his options as he tries to maximize his earning potential.

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Jorge Sedano on LeBron James mentioning retirement

Wed, 24 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Jorge Sedano of ESPN back into The Lounge to discuss LeBron James considering his basketball mortality. There are a few scenarios here Anthony has his eye on so the guys discuss the likelihood of each.

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Rob Pelinka says Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura are here to stay -- Lowdown

Wed, 24 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers' exit interviews, much of which sounded great to him. Rob Pelinka is focused on continuity. Sweet. Austin Reaves wants to be back. Hell yeah. He even relays what he's heard about the likelihood of all of that coming to be.

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Anthony and Raj react to ... LeBron James floating retirement wtf?

Tue, 23 May 2023 08:30:00 -0000

After further discussing last night's loss and the season in its entirety, Anthony and Raj react live on the air to LeBron's quotes regarding his future and the reporting that came right afterward. What does it all mean?

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Anthony and Raj react to the Lakers' season ending

Tue, 23 May 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers lost yet another winnable game to the Nuggets, this time ending their season. There's a lot to unpack here.

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Is LeBron James really considering retirement, or is he applying pressure on the offseason? -- Lowdown

Tue, 23 May 2023 07:31:59 -0000

Anthony recaps the game and the series as it played out, then he dives headfirst into what LeBron meant with his quotes after the game and the reports that followed. We can never just have a normal night, can we?

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Raj Chipalu helps preview game three; Will Darvin Ham bench D'Angelo Russell?

Mon, 22 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Well, season is officially on the line. How Darvin Ham handles this is going to be fascinating to watch. Anthony and Raj dissect what they've seen to this point, debate whether Ham will bench D'Angelo Russell, and laugh at the Celtics.

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Will Darvin Ham bring D'Angelo Russell off the bench with the Lakers' season on the line? -- Lowdown

Mon, 22 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers find themselves with zero margin for error. Anthony details the situation, previews the game tonight, and gives his thoughts on why he sees this series extending beyond this evening. He also offers up the latest intel on Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, D'Angelo Russell and Chris Paul.

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Lakers fall to 0-3 in the series; season is now on the brink

Sun, 21 May 2023 05:31:15 -0000

Fans correctly pointed out we should face the music even after a tough loss so Anthony recorded a quick reaction pot to that game. So here we are.

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Lakers head into their biggest weekend of the season; Aaron, Anthony preview it

Fri, 19 May 2023 20:18:49 -0000

Lots to go over here as the Lakers find their backs up against the wall for the first time these playoffs.

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Anthony Davis, LeBron James falter down the stretch; Lakers blow huge opportunity

Fri, 19 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Ouch. Sure felt like the Lakers should've blown out Denver in this one but instead, the Nuggets hung around, got hot late, and stole a win at home. Now, the Lakers have to win two in a row in L.A. to get back into the series. Anthony and Raj broke down what went wrong, how to avoid those things, and just generally commiserate over a loss that's going to hurt for a while -- especially if they lose this series.

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Anthony and Harrison wonder if the Nuggets just need a hug

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

The Lakers and Nuggets are one game into what feels like a seven-game series and Anthony is already sick of Mike Malone. The guys discuss that, the Lakers' approach to game two, and everyone stealing Harrison's bits.

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Lakers - Nuggets game two preview -- Lowdown

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony previews what will almost assuredly be a knock-down, drag-out war between the Lakers and Nuggets in game two. Yes, the Lakers were forced into the first adjustment in the series, but what else might they have up their sleeve? He also responds to the Nuggets just generally being pretty annoying in the between-game quotes. He wraps on a series of rumors in the Lakers' division that are worth paying attention to.

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Mike Trudell on reaction to, adjustments from game one

Wed, 17 May 2023 19:34:04 -0000

The Lakers started game one against the Nuggets with a polarizing approach. It didn't work. They did, however adjust over the course of the game and got right back into it despite Denver playing about as well as they could. So, Anthony welcomed Mike Trudell (Spectrum, LFR Pod), to discuss the game and what comes next.

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Lakers drop game one to Nuggets, need to move away from small ball

Wed, 17 May 2023 06:22:09 -0000

The Lakers made a real run at it and showed some stuff that can be built on. Denver played a damn near perfect game and still had to sweat out the end of it at home. This series can go in any number of ways. Let's throw darts in the dark to figured out which way it might.

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Pete returns to preview Lakers - Nuggets

Tue, 16 May 2023 18:17:52 -0000

Anthony and Pete are once again together to react to everything that's happened since they last spoke and look ahead to this fascinating Lakers-Nuggets series. Pete likes the Lakers in this matchup and eventually gives Anthony far too much confidence. They also riff a while on NBA end-of-season awards and why the system is fundamentally flawed.

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Adam Mares joins for a mega Nuggets - Lakers series preview

Tue, 16 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Adam Mares of DNVR to preview Lakers - Nuggets. We're obviously biased here, but you won't find a more thorough or balanced look at this insanely balanced matchup.

(Quick note: Technical difficulties by way of the app we use to record these shows once again made it sound like Anthony is talking into a tin can. Out apologies. As Anthony explains, though, we're going to make it up to you as early as a few hours from now)

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Is this Lakers season already a success?

Mon, 15 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Wow, what a weekend. Anthony recaps what the Lakers did to win their series against the Warriors and expands on whether those things can carry over to their Western Conference Finals matchup against the Nuggets. Then, he opens up the mailbag to answer a couple of your questions.

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Lakers punch their ticket to the Western Conference Finals

Sat, 13 May 2023 06:33:05 -0000

Anthony and Raj immerse themselves in the experience that was game six. The Lakers beat the Warriors in a way that had Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson on bench for what could be the end of their dynastic run together. They heap praise on AD, try to contextualize what they've seen from Austin Reaves, and present a potentially terrifying scenario for the teams left regarding LeBron James.

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Brady Klopfer on Lakers-Warriors game six getting real, potential fallout for both sides from this series

Fri, 12 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes back Brady Klopfer of Golden State of Mind to get ready for what will almost certainly be an instant classic. Game six is going to be insane, and watching the series shift from undeniable respect from both sides to, "hey wait we have to win this thing" has been fascinating. The guys discuss that, and then turn their attention to where Golden State goes if they fall short in game six. The ripple effects here stretch across the league potentially.

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Well, everyone, here goes the season... Game six preview -- Lowdown

Fri, 12 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up everything he knows about Anthony Davis' potential availability for game six and reacts to every angle of the conversation surrounding it to this point. From there, he previews the actual game tonight which, you know, is pretty huge. He wraps with a quick take on Denver eliminating Phoenix. It all comes down to this, everyone.

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BREAKING: Anthony Davis reportedly on track to play in game six -- Lowdown

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:41:53 -0000

Minutes after publishing a morning update on Anthony Davis, Anthony hops right back in the studio to offer up the update we were all hoping for. Looks like Davis is on track to play in game six.

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Latest on Anthony Davis' head injury -- Lowdown

Thu, 11 May 2023 15:48:46 -0000

Anthony offers up what we know as of this morning about Anthony Davis' head injury. Then, he kinda/sorta sees red having watched two different TV shows mock Davis for potentially getting concussed.

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Lakers lose game five, Anthony Davis potentially

Thu, 11 May 2023 08:05:39 -0000

Anthony and Raj react to game five, which went about as everyone expected, with quite the unfortunate twist at the end as Anthony Davis potentially got concussed.

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Aaron and Anthony keep reminiscing over that beautifully ugly game four

Wed, 10 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

The guys continued to look back on that incredible game four performance. Anthony loved how ugly it felt. That's what the playoffs should feel like. They also touch on Denver-Phoenix, the Jokic non-suspension, how the Lakers can take care of business tonight, and whether they think they will. After a quick break, they discuss this season of Succession. Because of course.

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The Lakers can close out the Warriors tonight; Will they? -- Lowdown

Wed, 10 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to preview tonight's elimination game but runs into a fairly funny problem: Basically any outcome tonight might make some sense. He also recaps Denver-Phoenix game five and reacts to Anthony Davis once again getting zero recognition for his defense this year.

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Let's give it up for friend of the show Lonnie Walker IV -- Lowdown

Tue, 09 May 2023 07:09:22 -0000

Anthony wrapped up his show with Raj and Sabreena and couldn't stop talking about that game so went ahead and recorded a Lowdown. Things were said. Steve Kerr's a dweeb.

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Sabreena Merchant joins Raj and Anthony as they try to recap an instant classic

Tue, 09 May 2023 06:22:23 -0000

Holy crap what a win. Anthony, Raj and Sabreena try to contextualize what they just saw. The Warriors threw their absolute best at the Lakers and still find themselves down 3-1 heading back to San Francisco. Anthony Davis was special defensively. Lonnie Walker IV played the game of his life. LeBron found a way to impact it despite not having his shot. Austin Reaves pitched in too. What a game.

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Lakers-Warriors game four has the potential to be an all-timer -- Lowdown

Mon, 08 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony fights through sickness to preview the latest most important game this Lakers season. He also gives some thoughts on Denver-Phoenix and Nikola Jokic's potential availability for their game five. He wraps with some potential adjustments the Lakers and Warriors might make tonight.

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Lakers blow out Warriors, take 2-1 series lead

Sun, 07 May 2023 06:44:27 -0000

The Lakers beat the crap out of the Warriors. What went into that? It didn't always look like they would. What does this mean moving forward? Anthony unveils an important factor in this series.

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Lakers predictably don't show up for game two, get their butts kicked

Fri, 05 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers get their asses kicked in game two. The part that bothers Raj and Anthony is how predictable that result was. It was so predictable that Anthony wonders if it was part of the plan. Maybe. He also just might be coping.

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Cranjis McBasketball details adjustments Lakers, Warriors might make moving forward

Thu, 04 May 2023 17:49:03 -0000

The Lakers hold a one-game advantage and the chess match that is a seven game series is well underway. To preview some of what to look for as the teams figure things out, Anthony welcomed Tim (aka Cranjis McBasketball) or The Lakers Exceptionalism Pod. Want to nerd out? This is the place to do it.

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Andy Liu, Sam Esfandiari on Lakers - Warriors Game 1, series moving forward

Wed, 03 May 2023 19:34:35 -0000

Anthony welcomes the hosts of The Light Years Pod, Andy Liu and Sam Esfandiari, on the show to recap game one and look ahead to what promises to be an incredible series.

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Lakers steal homecourt as Anthony Davis dominates Warriors

Wed, 03 May 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Raj tried to stop hyperventilating long enough to say smart stuff about that insane game. Whether or not they were successful is your call.

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Anthony M************ Davis -- Lowdown

Wed, 03 May 2023 06:56:54 -0000

Anthony M************ Davis.

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Lakers - Warriors preview extravaganza part 2

Tue, 02 May 2023 07:40:00 -0000

To continue their breakdown of this incredible second-round matchup, the guys discuss Anthony Davis and how, really, when you boil this whole thing down, he's going to determine whether the Lakers win this series or not. Stay tuned for the very end to hear how Aaron is handling the conflict this series presents him.

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Lakers - Warriors preview extravaganza part 1

Tue, 02 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Aaron preview Lakers-Warriors in a way that you will simply not get anywhere else, given how much they know about both teams. The guys outline how they think the Lakers should match up with Golden State defensively.

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Anthony gradually talks himself into Lakers' chances against Warriors -- Lowdown

Mon, 01 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts the episode not feeling great about the Lakers' chances at beating the Warriors. Fortunately, he's a homer.

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Lakers give Dillon Brooks the 40 he was asking for

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 07:37:05 -0000

A fairly delirious Anthony is joined by an actually delirious Raj and Harrison to recap a hilariously thorough beatdown. The Lakers dominated and have punched their ticket through to the next round.

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Anthony and Aaron debate how bad Darvin Ham has been

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Aaron, having heard the conversation Anthony just had with Raj after game five, explains why he disagrees with some parts of what Anthony had to say. Anthony doubles down. Triples down too. What else would you expect? Then, the guys discuss Giannis' response to a question about his season. Aaron lets it rip here.

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Lakers season really comes down to this; Anthony's thoughts on Giannis -- Lowdown

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to contextualize the moment as the Lakers prepare for what is essentially their game seven. No more (cough)-ing around. From there, he jumps into the discussion surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo's comments after getting eliminated from the playoffs.

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Darvin Ham absolutely brutal as Lakers drop game five

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

LeBron wasn't great. Role players still can't shoot. But Darvin Ham almost singlehandedly cost the Lakers that game.

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Jorge Sedano on an already incredible playoffs only getting ramped up

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Jorge Sedano of ESPN joins to discuss the playoffs thus far showcasing exactly what the NBA has wanted them to. They marvel at Jimmy Butler and the similarities he has with LeBron in how they approach the games within the game. They wrap with their thoughts on the Lakers' chances moving forward and plenty else.

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Spotlights > Streetlights -- Lowdown

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony previews the latest most important Lakers game in years. He then turns his focus to the rest of the Western Conference, where the Clippers are making yet another early postseason exit and the other side of the bracket is set.

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The Lakers are on the verge of winning a playoff series -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:26:08 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers making game four significantly more difficult than it needed to be. Still, a win is a win. He also celebrates what he considers a really cool, winning effort from LeBron James.

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Lakers take 3-1 lead over Grizzlies despite Darvin Ham

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:41:14 -0000

Anthony and Raj try to figure out what to even say after an insane game like that one.

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Anthony celebrates Dillon Brooks not getting suspended -- Lowdown

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is happy Dillon Brooks won't be suspended. Beyond how bad Brooks is at basketball, is signals that maybe just maybe the league might start allowing some fight between players. He stresses how huge this game is and offers his keys.

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Lakers do the impossible and shut up Dillon Brooks

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 06:33:08 -0000

Anthony and Raj recorded live right after the game to recap a huge Lakers win. Sure there were some frustrating stretches, but they picked up a playoff game and got Dillon Brooks to stop talking.

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How the Lakers can get Anthony Davis going

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:27:05 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss Sunday's annoying loss and what to make of it. Can the Lakers do anything differently to make the game easier? How much of it is just needing to play better? They also debate the Draymond Green situation.

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Anthony Davis leads the (lack of) charge as Lakers in Memphis

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers had a great opportunity to take a stranglehold of this series. As they've done far too often under LeBron James/Anthony Davis' leadership, they didn't take their competition seriously enough. We'll see if bites them the way it has in the past.

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Lakers squander opportunity behind Anthony Davis', D'Angelo Russell's poor efforts

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 03:32:18 -0000

The Lakers had a real opportunity and let it slip right through their fingers. The series is now tied heading back to L.A. Anthony and Raj react to what they just saw, and not much of it was pretty.

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Sabreena Merchant on whether Anthony Davis is the NBA's most underrated player

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

With the results of the Defensive Player of The Year award out and after The Athletic polled the league on a few questions, it's pretty clear Anthony Davis isn't held in the highest regard. Anthony welcomed Sabreena Merchant into The Lounge to discuss why, and get an update on how she feels about the Lakers' title chances now.

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Ja Morant now questionable; Anthony wades into Draymond discussion -- Lowdown

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to offer up as much intel as we have on Ja Morant's availability. It's all over the place. He again stresses how important it is for the Lakers to take care of business given the state of the west playoffs. Draymond Green fascinates him, so he gives a take there. He wraps by wondering why AD is so underrated.

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Latest on Ja Morant; Lakers have real opportunity -- Lowdown

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers the latest on Ja Morant's wrist, then analyzes the different looks Memphis will offer if Morant misses time. He also details the incredible opportunity in front of the Lakers if they can take care of business.

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Matt Moore on Lakers-Grizzlies moving forward, potentially without Ja Morant

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes back a friend of the show to react to the Lakers' game one win and look ahead to the rest of the series. The Lakers have a real opportunity in front of them, now it's just a matter of taking advantage.

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AustHIM Reaves, Rui HacHIMura lead the way in Memphis -- Lowdown

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to contextualize the performances the Lakers got out of Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura. He then showers Anthony Davis with praise for what he did defensively. He wraps with a little LeBron talk and opens the mailbag to answer your questions -- and y'all brought it this week.

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AUSTIN RUI-VES

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 23:06:41 -0000

Anthony welcomes Raj to the show to react to the incredible game the Lakers got from Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, and, well, everyone they needed it from. Wow.

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Lakers in five

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:50:48 -0000

Anthony and Aaron take a close look at this upcoming series between the Lakers and Grizzlies. Anthony even offers up the bet he placed on it (which might surprise you). They wrap by having some fun with the Kyle Kuzma, Spencer Dinwiddie, Rick Fox (???) feud we all saw coming.

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Keith Parish previews Lakers-Grizzlies, judge's Anthony's play-in expansion plan

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes old friend back on the show to preview this fascinating series. Both teams have serious advantages. Vegas has no idea what to do here. They hash it out. They wrap with Anthony's idea on play-in expansion.

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Predictions on who the Lakers will bring back next season -- Lowdown

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony goes through every player the Lakers will have a contract decision to make with this summer and offer a little insight into whether he thinks they will retain guys, and gives his opinion on whether they should.

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Adam Mares on how Nuggets-Lakers could have looked, how much the NBA misses Kobe

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 14:13:35 -0000

Anthony is joined by former co-host Adam Mares to discuss, well, a lot. They talk about this Denver season, what he thinks of the Lakers, and how the two teams might have matched up had they played in a series. They widen the lens to talk about league parity and how it isn't necessarily a good thing for most the year and how Kobe Bryant's voice is missed in many ways.

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How the NBA can (and likely will) expand the Play-In Tournament -- Lowdown

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the schedule for Lakers-Grizzlies. Lakers fans should be happy about that. Then, he rips what the regular season has become and pitches a means to expand the play-in tournament.

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Anthony apologizes to Dennis Schröder

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:05:00 -0000

Harrison forces Anthony to apologize to Dennis Schröder. Honestly, what else could you need?

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Well that was excruciating; Lakers beat Minnesota, prepare for Memphis -- Lowdown

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:35:48 -0000

Anthony recaps an absolutely brutal experience watching such a crucial game. Who stood out? Who showed reason to be concerned? How does this team match up with Memphis?

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Pete and Anthony reunite to preview Lakers play-in, playoffs

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony and Pete are back on a podcast together for the first time in literal years. They catch up, then look ahead to these playoffs, where they both think the Lakers can make a run. Pete tries to sneak something by Anthony. They finish by looking back on what they've missed since they last recorded.

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Lakers should win comfortably against Wolves in play-in -- Lowdown

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony goes deep on the Lakers' matchup tonight against Minnesota for the chance to take on Memphis in the first round. He previews how he thinks Minnesota will try to play and how the Lakers can use that to their advantage. Who's nervous? Not us! Nope nope nope nope no-... ok yeah we're a little nervous.

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With the field set, who are the Lakers' best realistic matchups?

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony opens the mailbag to answer life's most important questions. Who do the Lakers match up best with? If they see the Kings specifically, how would that go? Also, should someone choose between the Lakers and dating?

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The Lakers have a path to the finals -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps another eventful weekend for the Lakers that saw them wrap up their season as the seventh seed. How do they match up with Minnesota? Could this game have been avoided? How confident should you be?

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Howard Beck on the most wide open playoffs he's ever seen

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 18:33:24 -0000

Anthony welcomes back Howard Beck (now of GQ Sports) to discuss what they both consider the most wide open NBA field (especially in the west) they've ever seen. Is this best for the NBA? What is causing it? It is here to stay? Also, Anthony asks Beck to calm him down about the Lakers' chances. What happens next will surprise you.

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Which west team least wants to see the Lakers?

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Aaron and Anthony flip a very pervasive conversation on its head. Plus, Anthony riffs on the Mavericks and thoroughly disagrees with Aaron about sports ownership. Oh, and Anthony's daughter makes an appearance.

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Sabreena Merchant on Lakers playoff expectations, Caitlin Clark/Angel Reese

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Sabreena Merchant (formerly of SS&R, now of The Athletic) to discuss an annoying oss we all mostly saw coming. After chatting about the game, they look ahead to the playoffs and define what success and failure might look like for the Lakers. They wrap with a conversation about the Women's NCAA Tournament and the ridiculousness that's followed.

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Despite lowered expectations, Darvin Ham still frustrates in big Lakers loss -- Lowdown

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:58:42 -0000

The Lakers had just about every disadvantage heading into this one a team could and so the bar was pretty low, yet Darvin Ham still found a way to frustrate Anthony. It's honestly a gift at this point.

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Raj Chipalu says bring on Kevin Durant

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Anthony welomes Raj Chipalu back to the show, where he talks all kinds of crazy about Kevin Durant. Seriously, we're a little worried about this insane amount of confidence.

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Lakers secure play-in bid at worst with OT win in Utah -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers made it way harder than they had to but there is still plenty to like from the game. Anthony details how Anthony Davis is being more impactful on offense now, LeBron's greatness, and the play-in picture as things stand.

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Kirk Henderson on the Kyrie Irving experience, Mavericks implosion

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball and Pod Maverick stopped by to discuss his experience rooting for and covering Kyrie Irving on the Mavericks. Things haven't gone well since Irving got there, so what is there to take away from how it's all gone down?

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Anthony and Harrison open the mailbag to riff on the new CBA

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Listeners had plenty of questions for the guys this weekend. Which team would the Lakers most like to face? Who would Anthony and Harrison be least excited to see in the first round? How's Harrison's face?

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Harrison and Anthony thank the Nuggets, then try to make sense of D'Angelo Russell's injuries

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers picked up their latest most important win of the season to kick off what would be a tremendous weekend. The guys react to that, then try to offer up as much information as they can about D'Angelo Russell's injuries.

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Lakers are now tied in loss column with Warriors, Clippers -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 06:22:46 -0000

Anthony recaps a hugely important and productive weekend for the Lakers' playoff hopes. He then tries to explain the D'Angelo Russell injury situation and gives Rui Hachimura his props.

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Aaron Larsuel on Darvin Ham trimming down the rotation

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony finally welcomes Aaron back to the show to discuss Darvin Ham heading into his first postseason. How can the Lakers manage the disparity between starters and bench? Does that even matter this late in the season?

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Will the Nuggets, Grizzlies position themselves to avoid the Lakers? -- Lowdown

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony smells something fishy with Nikola Jokic randomly sitting against New Orleans. He wonders if we'll start to see more of that as team who might have to face the Lakers do what they can to maybe avoid that.

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Kyle Goon looks back on his time on the Lakers beat; Details how much he hates Harrison

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony welcomes Kyle Goon, formerly of The OC Register, to discuss his time on the Lakers beat. When did he realize things were different? Who was his favorite player to cover? How confident is he in the Lakers organization moving forward?

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Lakers earn split with Bulls; Darvin Ham fumbles rotation -- Lowdown

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a game that highlighted the stark difference in productivity between the starters and second unit. How can Darvin Ham make this work? Does it require bringing one of their best five players off the bench?

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Harrison Faigen on whether the Lakers can win a championship this year

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony gets back to talking to human beings for the first time in what feels like forever. Unfortunately, he does so with Harrison. The guys take a macro look at the Lakers, starting with whether they see a path to a championship for them. Anthony also details what to expect from the feed from here on out.

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Lakers once again get help from Hornets; Pau Gasol gets honored; Podcast Update -- Lowdown

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates the standings as the Lakers once again got some help from an unexpected source. He then discusses Pau Gasol's Hall of Fame achievement. He wraps by detailing what you can expect on this feed, as well as his Substack.

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Lakers win big-ish in New Orleans; Will be without AD in Houston -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:17:11 -0000

The Lakers played a perfect first half and then... uh, were kind of there for the second half. Anthony breaks down the game, then wonders about the way the Lakers are handling Anthony Davis' availability in back-to-backs. Oh, and there's a LeBron update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose annoying game to Knicks; Darvin Ham drops ball again -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:44:52 -0000

Anthony recaps a stupid loss to the Knicks on both a macro and micro level. He then looks ahead to the schedule to put everyone in a better mood and updates you as well as he can on what's coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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D'Angelo Russell set to return; Mo Bamba exits stage left -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains why getting D'Angelo Russell is such a big deal for the Lakers, then looks ahead to a weekend that could position the Lakers pretty well in the standings -- if they handle their business, that is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers get ahead of schedule on Pau Gasol's incredible night -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:31:13 -0000

Anthony reacts to a huge win that puts the Lakers ahead of schedule. He then tries to keep it together in summarizing Pau Gasol's jersey retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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D'Angelo Russell might make his return; LeBron James... well... -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on the Lakers' litany of injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers pick up HUGE win behind Anthony Davis' monster effort -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 02:41:33 -0000

The Lakers spoiled Steph's comeback as Anthony Davis absolutely torched the Warriors. Anthony praises him, Malik Beasley and Troy Brown, then wonders what's going on with D'Angelo Russell. He finishes by looking ahead to a stretch of a few winnable games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Latest on LeBron James injury; What's at stake over the next 10 games? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 06:04:06 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest reports on LeBron James' foot, then explains just how critical these next 10 games or so will be not just for this season, but for the potential future of the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers pick up huge win despite weird approach to back-to-back with Anthony Davis -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:49:16 -0000

Anthony offers up an apology to Dennis Schröder, then wonders what the hell is going on with the Lakers' injuries, as they continue to refuse to be even kind of transparent on the matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers compete but fall short; Latest on LeBron, Russell -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers competed against a better Grizzlies team, but fell short despite Anthony Davis' efforts. Anthony recaps the game, then looks ahead to a huge one tonight against OKC. Also, the latest on LeBron's foot (which we saw in a boot) and D'Angel Russell's ankle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: LeBron James to miss "several" weeks with foot injury -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers just can't catch a break. Anthony offers up the latest on LeBron's injury but explains why he's still glad the Lakers committed to competing this season. He then looks ahead to what they'll have to do to stay afloat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony tries and fails to remain calm -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps one of the most spectacular comebacks you're ever going to see. Jarred Vanderbilt is great. LeBron and AD lead the way. Wow. Just wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Good teams win; Great teams cover -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 06:21:23 -0000

The Lakers blew someone out with LeBron and AD not even playing that well. Anthony doesn't know what to do with his hands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook unintentionally showcase Lakers' old issues -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:23:20 -0000

Anthony reacts to telling quotes from both Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook, then looks ahead to an absolutely critical game later tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook to the Clippers; Patrick Beverley to the Bulls -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Russell Westbrook is heading across the hall to the Clippers. Anthony reacts, as he once again doesn't see how this helps the team that is adding Westbrook. Also, Patrick Beverley is going home to Chicago, which is probably a good thing because he could've helped Golden State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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All Star Weekend thoughts: Yeesh -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 06:33:46 -0000

The NBA's All Star Weekend used to be appointment TV because its stars made it that way. Anthony isn't thrilled with the state of things as stars don't seem to care about growing the pie, just their slices of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers started their best lineup; THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS STARTED THEIR BEST LINEUP -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 21:43:00 -0000

Darvin Ham, to his credit, ripped the bandaid off and moved Dennis Schröder to the bench. The Lakers then won a game against a west playoff team wire to wire. Might be a correlation there. Maybe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers still have a Darvin Ham problem -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony remains unimpressed by Darvin Ham's approach to games and the Lakers are running out of time to turn things around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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After a successful deadline, the focus can finally be the basketball -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a fun weekend that saw fans return to focusing on the basketball their team played rather than the broken roster they had to watch. What a nice shift that was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Aaron react to the Lakers trading Russell Westbrook -- The Hook

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 21:50:41 -0000

The Lakers had a whirlwind of a trade deadline. The guys break it down and look ahead to what might actually be a fruitful buyout season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Russell Westbrook is no longer a Los Angeles Laker -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 01:54:00 -0000

The Lakers have reportedly traded Russell Westbrook, a first round pick and some second-round compensation. In return, they landed D'Angelo Russell, Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt. Anthony reacts and even offers a conditional apology to Rob Pelinka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron breaks Kareem's record; Lakers Lose -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:25:48 -0000

Anthony explains why last night was a perfect encapsulation of this season and the LeBron era since the Lakers won that championship what feels like 37 whole years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Austin Reaves on the mend; Lakers still working the phones -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up an update on Austin Reaves, then details the latest regarding what the Lakers are considering heading into Thursday's trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers don't get Kyrie Irving; Now what? -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to recap one of the crazier weekends in recent memory. The Lakers didn't get Kyrie Irving and don't seem to have ever really had a chance, knowing what we know now. That doesn't change that they still have a ton of work to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are streaking at a critical juncture -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the game and updates you on where the Lakers stand in the playoff/play-in standings just days from the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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One week to go before trade deadline; Lakers still interested in Bojan Bogdanovic -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to prepare you for the insanity that is the week leading up to the NBA trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are opening their margin for error -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 08:15:42 -0000

Anthony recaps a huge win in New York against the Knicks. LeBron was as efficient as he's been yet they won anyway. That seems big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Where we've been; What's the plan? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:38:08 -0000

Anthony quickly breaks down yet another disappointing game from Darvin Ham. Then, he awkwardly segues to where we've been this last week or so and updates you on what the deal might be moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How to approach the NBA's lying season -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates Austin Reaves and Lonnie Walker's injury situations and then dives headfirst into an explanation on how he approaches the NBA's lying season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers fix their clutch woes? -- Lakers Lounge Live

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 03:42:02 -0000

Aaron and Anthony are joined by listeners to discuss the Lakers' issues in the clutch. Can they be fixed or are the issues too foundational to even be addressed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Darvin Ham has to be better -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

The Lakers keep forcing us to watch the same damn movie over and over again. Maybe try something different. Whether it's personnel, approach, or whatever... this clearly isn't working. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Raj learns about Despicable Me; that isn't a documentary about the Lakers' clutch minutes -- Postgame Spaces Show

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 07:56:56 -0000

Raj and Anthony recap the latest loss that came down to the wire. At some point, you'd think the Lakers would get sick of losing like this, but the lack of adjustment points to the contrary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why has the trade chatter around the Lakers been noticeably quiet? -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:40:51 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss the solitary trade rumor currently tied to the Lakers and then try to figure out where all the noise has gone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers can't hope to fix their roster using the buyout market -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates the injury situations across the roster, then dives into what's happened to the buyout market over the years. Finally, he wonders where all the new trade rumors have gone and gave a couple theories on what's going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis timetable for return revealed: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 22:37:00 -0000

When is Anthony Davis expected to return? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the timetable for AD plus they discuss the Lakers tough upcoming schedule and the lack of noise as the NBA trade deadline approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Yossi Gozlan on the reality of the Lakers positioning themselves for cap space this summer -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 03:17:27 -0000

Anthony welcomes Yossi Gozlan of HoopsHype to discuss the Lakers' options if they decide to focus on cap space. It sounds nice but is it actually practical? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers spent the weekend kicking us in the nuts -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:25:23 -0000

Raj and Anthony react to two straight brutal losses as the Lakers offense continues to sputter late. At some point, Darvin Ham has to make an adjustment and players have to buy into a different approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers can't keep bashing their head against the wall in the clutch -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are abysmal in the clutch. Anthony explains why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers experience the good and the bad of Russell Westbrook vs. Sixers -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 07:55:00 -0000

On a night he had a great game overall, it was the final play that Russell Westbrook will be remembered for against the Sixers. Honi and Jacob recap the Lakers second straight heart-breaking loss as well as LeBron James' brilliance, an improving defense and Anthony Davis' rehab. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hawks show nepotism is a league-wide issue -- The Hook

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:13:02 -0000

The guys react to last night's brutal Lakers loss and comment on how they take such sports defeats. Then, they discuss reports of how things are going in Atlanta (extremely not well!) and why nepotism can derail just about any organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers work out... Meyers Leonard? Why? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps one of the weirder news days from the Lakers in a bit and analyzes what he thinks of the Lakers working out multiple centers might mean for their approach whenever Anthony Davis gets back. He then recaps an absolutely crushing loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers drop soul-crushing double-overtime loss to Mavericks -- Postgame Spaces Show

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 07:07:15 -0000

Raj recaps one of the tougher losses of the year and that's really saying something. Russ plays well. LeBron struggles late. Luka does Luka stuff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would the Buss family ever cote to sell the Lakers? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 03:42:51 -0000

Listeners tuned in for a live show and had their share of questions, after Anthony and Edwin Garcia reacted to an extremely weird day of Lakers news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James is being held to a higher standard than his boss -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony had plenty of thoughts on the LeBron James v Jeanie Buss/Rob Pelinka dynamic that the Lakers have to find a way to figure out ASAP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Does LeBron James 'deserve' to have to ride out the Russell Westbrook trade? -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 18:35:00 -0000

The response to LeBron James applying pressure to the front office has been interesting. Anthony and Harrison discuss the realities some might be ignoring, where the notion of him deserving to be stuck in this spot might be coming from, his stature as a "true Laker" and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why the trade market feels out of whack -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on the Lakers' injury situation, and explains why help might be on the way. He then reacts to some early asking prices on shooters right now and why the prices are as high as they are. He wraps with a look back at the first half of the season and looks ahead to the second. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers have options ahead of trade deadline: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 02:05:00 -0000

The NBA trade deadline is a month away, so what options do the Lakers have to improve their roster? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla break down every rumor and report surrounding the Lakers with less than 1 month to go before the deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis might return by the end of the month? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis potentially returning by the end of the month has Anthony's conspiracy antennae twitching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Max Christie for real? -- Postgame Spaces Show

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 06:03:55 -0000

The Lakers competed even given the injury situation. We couldn't say that about them last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Howard Beck on the Lakers taking LeBron James for granted -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 20:00:00 -0000

Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated stops by the show again to recap one of the weirder weekends in recent Lakers memory. Where do things stand between the Lakers and LeBron James? How likely is a move? What's a stake long-term? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James is fed up; The Lakers are right there -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a wild weekend on and off the court. The Lakers are streaking. LeBron keeps taking thinly veiled shots at the front office (then walking them back). Oh and the Lakers have fought themselves right back into the playoff picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are surging and it's time to make a trade

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 03:51:00 -0000

As the Lakers piece together a winning run and move back into playoff contention, Honi and Jacob make the case that it’s time for the front office to finally pull the trigger on a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Our guards' HEADS ARE FALLING OFF -- The Hook

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 21:11:27 -0000

Anthony and Aaron go through the Lakers' options now with their rotation so thin. The options aren't great. Grab a drink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers embark on 10-day contract season -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony previews 10-day contract season and what the Lakers should maybe target given their injury situation, then quickly runs through some of the rumors out there about who the Lakers are still reportedly interested in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Will a wide open league help convince the Lakers to go all-in this season? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 04:09:30 -0000

Anthony and Aaron try out something they haven't done before and open up the Lounge for any and all to swing by. Listeners asked about whether the Lakers would ever trade LeBron and/or AD, the Lakers' current trade options, the state of the league and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers aren't as far behind their competition as the front office wants you to think -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Anthony narrates his latest column, in which he argues the Lakers front office is running out of excuses not to try to compete this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sabreena and Raj (and Anthony) reunite to recap a thrilling Lakers win -- Postgame Spaces Show

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 07:33:44 -0000

The Lakers picked up a miraculous win against the Heat without LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Raj has his show hijacked by Anthony and Sabreena as they trio discuss one of the more fun nights in recent memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis injury updates sound frighteningly like Andrew Bynum updates -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 23:51:15 -0000

The latest on Anthony Davis doesn't exactly inspire confidence from Anthony and Harrison. Neither do reports that the front office might not be allowed to trade their picks. They finish on whether LeBron not playing might be a message to the front office for an ESPN game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are risking serious longterm implications by riding this season out -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony narrates his latest column, this time on what is at risk as the Lakers continue to play chicken with LeBron's career. Then, he details what the Zion Williamson injury news means for the Lakers, as gross as that felt. He wraps with a basketball analogy to where things stand with this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jorge Sedano on LeBron James trying to get the Lakers to stop dragging their feet -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 22:19:52 -0000

LeBron James is playing incredible basketball. The Lakers have gone .500 without Anthony Davis. They clearly need more help. Jorge Sedano stops by to discuss how they've waited this long to fix a clearly broken roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers can't take LeBron James for granted -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony doesn't think it's a great sign the Lakers needed all of LeBron's 40-plus points to beat the Charlotte Hornets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James is as dominant as the Lakers can ever have hoped he'd be -- Postgame Spaces Show

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000

LeBron James, at 38 years old, just had consecutive 40-point games. Let that set in and then also consider how, through their actions, the Lakers are saying they don't think he can be the best player on a championship team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron dominant in Lakers win over Hornets: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 03:28:00 -0000

LeBron James scored over 40 points in the Lakers win over the Hornets. The Lakers are now .500 since Anthony Davis suffered his foot injury. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla broke it all down and they also the emergence of Thomas Bryant and why they hope the front office makes a move to help LeBron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How will the Lakers respond to LeBron James' comments? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 03:55:13 -0000

Anthony, Aaron and Harrison get together for a pre-New Year triangle episode of the Lounge. In it, they discuss LeBron James' comments, the legitimacy behind his frustrations and whether they'll lead to any action. They also discuss Darvin Ham. Oh, and James Dolan being bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James speaks out -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony espouses his own frustrations not just with the game but with the larger picture, only to have LeBron James voice those those qualms with a loudspeaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers compete in first half vs. Miami; Third quarter happens -- Postgame Spaces Show

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 05:05:03 -0000

Raj and Donny break down the Lakers losing in Miami in an all too familiar way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyle Goon on LeBron James' relationship with the Lakers -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 18:15:50 -0000

Kyle Goon wrote a fantastic piece on how frustrated LeBron James has grown with the subpar roster Rob Pelinka has built around him and Anthony Davis. He stopped by to talk about it with Anthony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers beat Orlando, snap streak; More Troy Brown Jr. please? -- Postgame Spaces Show

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 03:22:38 -0000

Raj and Donny recap the Lakers' first win in what feels like forever. Orlando's length could have been a tricky matchup so it was good to get the win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Harrison sits down on the therapy couch to rant about this season -- I Loathe Basketball

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 22:43:51 -0000

The Lakers may have broken Harrison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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When will fans start to show apathy towards the Lakers? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a brutal holiday weekend for the Lakers. This leads to two tough conversations: First, are we sure about Darvin Ham? Second, at what point should fans just check out and try to hurt the Lakers where they feel it most, the checkbook? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Lakers Kendrick Nunn-ing Anthony Davis' injury? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Given how the Lakers handled Kendrick Nunn's injury last year, Anthony is curious if they're trying a version of that now with Anthony Davis. Then, as the Lakers are pretty depressing right now, he chooses instead to thank all of you for the support you've given us this year, as well as the team who makes this channel what it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This roster stinks -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony has just about reached his breaking point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers get run off the floor by Kings because they're too small and can't shoot -- Postgame Spaces Show

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:32:21 -0000

Raj does his best to analyze a second straight blowout as the Lakers were shorthanded in Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jovan Buha on latest on Anthony Davis injury, Lakers trade rumors -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:45:57 -0000

Anthony chats with Jovan Buha of The Athletic for a jam-packed episode of everything you need to know about Anthony Davis, the latest in the Lakers' efforts to improve the roster, how LeBron James feels about all of this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What would it take for the Lakers to be put up for sale? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Given how much the Suns sold for, Anthony knows you're probably wondering what the Lakers would go for and whether we ever might see the day they're made available for sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would Jeanie Buss ever consider selling the Lakers? -- The Hook

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 03:15:24 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to the Suns selling for a whopping $4 billion. What does this mean for the league? How does it affect the Lakers? Would Jeanie and her siblings ever seriously consider selling? They wrap with a quick discussion of the Bulls dysfunction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Rob Pelinka risking Lakers' reputation with stars with how he's treated LeBron James, Anthony Davis? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up some thoughts on what Rob Pelinka has risked in his conservative approach to this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers could be in a danger zone without Anthony Davis

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 07:40:51 -0000

As Despite not knowing the details of Anthony Davis' injury, the Lakers could be headed down a dark path once again this season. Jacob and Honi discuss what the AD injury means for the outlook of the team and their potential for a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers outlast Wizards behind solid wing play -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

LeBron James is pretty good when you surround him with solid role players. Absolutely crazy development no one could've seen coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers hold off Wizards in first game without Anthony Davis -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:57:41 -0000

The Lakers won a game without Anthony Davis. They'll have to do just that for the foreseeable future. Raj, Donny and Anthony discuss what they can learn from this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Anthony Davis out at least a month with foot injury -- I Loathe Basketball

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 22:48:12 -0000

The Lakers season might essentially be over. Anthony and Harrison react. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Don't let perfect be the enemy of good -- The Hook

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:43:58 -0000

Aaron and Anthony pick up the conversation from last night in the Lakers Lounge regarding the Lakers falling victim to paralysis by analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers love kicking that can -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the post-12/15 rumors and is mostly just annoyed that the Lakers keeping waiting to do something that we all know they have to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How involved in trade talks is Jeanie Buss? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 03:13:48 -0000

Jeanie Buss reportedly might have nixed a Russell Westbrook trade this offseason. Whether or not the reports are true, the ambiguity surrounding the process that goes into these deals is maddening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly called Wizards about Kyle Kuzma -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony quickly takes you around the latest in the Lakers' efforts to bring people bigger than 6'2" then offers up some constructive criticism of Darvin Ham's coaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers waiting to make a trade is all one big Ponzi scheme -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 22:39:17 -0000

Anthony and Harrison start with a long converastion about Darvin Ham and some of the mistakes he's making. Then, they discuss the latest trade rumors regarding DeMar DeRozan and how the more you look at it, Rob Pelinka's waiting game is all a giant smokescreen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Was that the most painful fake comeback ever? -- Postgame Spaces Show

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Raj and Anthony react to one of the more crushing regular season losses Lakers fans will ever experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers comeback and collapse in loss to Celtics: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:21:00 -0000

The Lakers make a monster comeback then collapse against the Celtics and lose in OT. Alex Padilla and Alex Regal recap the heartbreaking but entertaining game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Trade rumor cycle points toward a likely direction this front office will take -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

A not at all bitter Anthony reacts to the latest rumor cycle as the Lakers approach December 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ricky O'Donnell on the chances Chicago blows it up, and if the Lakers can bring back Alex Caruso -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 22:22:25 -0000

Anthony and Ricky chat about the notion of tanking and how it tends to ignore fans who'd have to sit there and watch 82 games of a franchise not actually trying to win. They discussed Chicago's chances of tanking and wrapped by discussing parity in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers split crucial road trip, once again reminding the front office to do its job -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0000

The Lakers went 3-3 on their road trip. That's about as much as anyone could've realistically hoped for. Here's hoping the front office is finally getting ready to push some more chips into the pot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers beat Piston but can't help but make things interesting -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Raj analyzes the Lakers beat Detroit in a way that doesn't exactly feel great. The Lakers need to get better late in games. This time they tried something different but it turns out Russell Westbrook might not be the problem in this regard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Austin Reaves caps off Lakers road trip with exciting win

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:12:39 -0000

A late clutch 3-pointer from Austin Reaves capped off a win for the Lakers over the Pistons, allowing the Lakers to finish 3-3 on the team's road trip. Jacob and Honi recap both Sunday's win over Detroit and the six-game road swing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony "beefed" with Paul Pierce but sucks at beefing -- The Hook

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 21:09:45 -0000

Anthony relives a weird night he had on Twitter courtesy of Paul Pierce, which led to a discussion on clutchness, Kevin Durant, and the kind of players who terrify you when your team is playing against them. They segued from there to some CBA talk, and wrapped with a quarterly report of this year's Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Where does Anthony Davis fit among the best centers in the NBA? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 04:26:08 -0000

Anthony, Raj, Aaron and new guest Edwin discuss Anthony Davis' standing amongst the absolute elite bigs in the NBA. Then, after Aaron departs, the guys discuss Rob Pelinka once again kicking the can down the road on improving the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Toronto missing half their roster, can still split crucial road trip -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony doesn't have much to offer up on the Lakers' loss but would like Darvin Ham to rethink his approach to putting starting lineups together. Then, he narrates a column he wrote about Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony finally gives credit to Russell Westbrook -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:11:03 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss the Lakers' interest in Kyle Kuzma. Then, they get into the fact that the Lakers can be interested in Kuzma and how Russell Westbrook has helped make that happen. They wrap up by Harrison torturing Anthony with the latest trade rumor and laugh at Patrick Beverley hating Santa Clause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Patrick Beverley can't keep starting -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

The Lakers lost. Anthony wants to stop watching Patrick Beverley play. He also thinks Darvin Ham needs to find a way to get more size on the court more regularly. Finally, he finishes with some random thoughts about the Lakers' flu protocol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Cavs as Anthony Davis gets sick -- Postgame Spaces Show

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 05:20:02 -0000

Cleveland is already a tough matchup but subtract Anthony Davis from the equation and the Lakers staying competitive was another positive sign, as Raj explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis exits Lakers loss to Cavs: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 03:43:00 -0000

Anthony Davis left the Lakers-Cavs game with flu-like symptoms. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla break down the loss and they also discuss why they think it's imperative the Lakers make a trade and they do it soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly had interest in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers really just Google "NBA players, good," don't they? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Matt Moore on Anthony Davis' insane stretch and whether it's sustainable -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 22:57:23 -0000

Anthony catches up with long-time friend of the show Matt Moore (of The Action Network) to discuss Anthony Davis, who is on some kind of run. Is this sustainable and if so, how good could the Lakers be with or without a trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis dominates Wizards so badly they might call him He Who Must Not Be Named -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:37:28 -0000

Raj reacts to Anthony Davis playing the best basketball he ever has as a Laker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers have won 8 of 10; Anthony Davis took that next step -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to one of the more fun weekends in recent memory, and details what he thinks it should mean to the front office moving forward. Stop finding excuses not to do something and get Anthony Davis the help he deserves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers front office is probably watching Anthony Davis-Giannis Antetokounmpo matchup closely -- The Hook

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 21:13:02 -0000

Aaron and Anthony relive the hilarious Chris Paul situation from Thursday night, then dive into the Lakers' matchup with Milwaukee (after a quick rant from Anthony about his stubborn toddler). How Anthony Davis competes against Giannis Antetokuonmpo might be a key to saving this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers see three potential paths forward to improve the roster -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0000

There are technically four paths forward for the Lakers this season. Anthony offers them up and then examines which makes the most sense. Then, on a more macro level, wonders whether the front office is actually trying to improve the roster at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Does Aaron hate Matt Ryan? -- Lakers Lounge Live

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 03:37:46 -0000

Anthony, Aaron and Jacob react to the crushing news of the Lakers waiving Matt Ryan. Well, crushing for some. They then react to reports of the Lakers' three-pronged path forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers waive Matt Ryan -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

The Lakers won a hugely important game Wednesday night in convincing fashion. Then they freaked everyone out by waiving Matt Ryan for no real reason. So yeah. Weird night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers pick up absolutely pivotal win before road trip -- Postgame Spaces Show

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:23:40 -0000

Raj and guest Donny McHenry break down the Lakers picking up a massive win against the Blazers and react live to Matt Ryan getting waived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Harrison turns Anthony into the Joker -- I Loathe Basketball

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:53:23 -0000

Harrison surprises Anthony with the latest round of trade rumors and, well, Anthony doesn't take it well. Buckle up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers should probably be Anthony Davis' team now -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have looked their best when they have prioritized Anthony Davis on offense and at their worst, well, any other time. Anthony thinks it's time to finally consider this a Davis team and allow LeBron James to evolve as such. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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December will define the Lakers season: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 01:52:00 -0000

The Lakers have an intense stretch of 16 games in the month of December. And they finally need to decide if they will make a trade. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss how the month will define the rest of their season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lost because no one stepped up to be the adult in the fourth -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Anthony reexamines last night's loss both from a micro and macro level, then offers up his latest audio column. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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WTF. -- Postgame Spaces Show

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 07:21:24 -0000

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Leigh Ellis on leaving NBA coverage, worldwide pickup basketball tour -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:00:00 -0000

Leigh Ellis chose to leave his dream gig to build out a global pickup basketball tour. His experiences thus far have been incredible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers players are doing their job, still waiting for the front office to do theirs -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Another week, another arbitrary deadline that allows the front office to kick the can on doing their jobs down the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers, Pacers set to meet in Buddy & Myles Bowl

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 03:02:00 -0000

After winning five of their last six games, the Lakers look like a real NBA team and head into a showdown with the Pacers that brings the Myles Turner and Buddy Hield trade into the forefront. Jacob and Alex recap a winning weekend, preview the Pacers game and rehash the trade talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers to reportedly push date back to December on whether they'll make a trade -- Lakers Lounge Live

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 03:00:36 -0000

Anthony, Aaron and Raj react to the latest reports surfacing of Rob Pelinka once again kicking the can down the road to eventually maybe make a trade everyone knows has to happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Phoenix despite monster Anthony Davis effort -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0000

The Lakers lost but once again, Anthony Davis proved he's worth gambling on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Please get Anthony Davis some help -- Postgame Spaces Show

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:41:04 -0000

Anthony Davis was incredible against Phenix but it wasn't enough because the Lakers are still small and can't shoot. At some point, they'll need to address those things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Daman Rangoola on Lakers, Clippers taking polar opposite organization approaches -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 21:42:25 -0000

Daman Rangoola stops by to talk about the Lakers at some point going away from what made them special in the first place. Some of this is beyond their control but they also keep making the same mistakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Austin Reaves needs to remain a starter: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:59:00 -0000

LeBron James is questionable to play Tuesday night vs the Suns, if he returns who's spot will he take in the starting lineup? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla give their thoughts on that plus they talk about AD's resurgence to the dominant "cheat code" and they look ahead to their match-up vs the Suns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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When might Darvin Ham start prepping for a post-Russell Westbrook rotation? -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Anthony breaks down the Lakers blowing out a team for a change. Anthony Davis has been great. The Lakers might be proving they're worth gambling on. Does this mean a reduced role for Russell Westbrook? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis is incredible as Lakers blow out Spurs -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have won three in a row. Anthony Davis has been insane. Raj is gleeful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis is playing at an MVP level for the Lakers

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:04:24 -0000

After yet another dominant display to help the Lakers to a win, Anthony Davis has pieced together his best stretch of regular season games as a Laker. Jacob and Honi discuss Davis, Austin Reaves and the returns of Dennis Schröder and Thomas Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers beat Nets, start their next winning streak -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:41:04 -0000

The Lakers won behind a dominant Anthony Davis performance. It might be unfair, but that's what they need from him at least until LeBron James gets back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why LeBron is already sending subliminal messages to Rob Pelinka -- The Hook

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 21:05:58 -0000

Aaron and Anthony have thoughts on gift wrapping. Once they solve that, they take a look at LeBron's comments during Thursday Night Football and whether he meant them as a message to the Lakers front office given the task ahead of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeSubtweet is BACK -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

LeBron firing shots across the Lakers bow is usually something that doesn't take place until at least the new year but nope, we got a pretty direct one before Thanksgiving. The earlier the better, given the situation. Plus, Lonnie Walker hates wrapping gifts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lonnie Walker IV on his season, Lakers struggles, trade rumors -- Anthony Irwin Show

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 02:23:44 -0000

Lonnie Walker IV joins Anthony to discuss his athleticism at a young age, what he focused on coming into this season, what it's been like watching Russell Westbrook transition to coming off the bench, trade rumors and more. Oh, and gift wrapping. He's team gift bag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Did the Brooklyn Nets just end the star empowerment era? -- Lakers Lounge Roundtable

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 23:28:17 -0000

In the pilot episode of our new roundtable pod, Anthony, Aaron, Alex and Harrison try to wrap their heads around what the hell is going on in Brooklyn. Having successfully filibustered for 45 minutes, Aaron thought he got away with not talking about the Lakers, but boy was he wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A Western Conference Exec thinks Rob Pelinka is doing just fine at his job -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

As funny as Rob Pelinka getting compliments from his competition might be, this is now a third time that Bradley Beal has come up in conjunction with the Lakers. So I guess there's that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Myles Turner to the LA...Clippers? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 02:04:00 -0000

Rumors say the Clippers are also interested in Myles Turner. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the validity of those rumors and they also discuss the report that Rob Pelinka is waiting to trade for Bradley Beal. Plus Regla breaks down the Lakers issues with their transition defense and offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can't judge this team until Cole Swider is back -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers front office has found its latest excuse not to do their jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brady Klopfer on the Lakers and Warriors' commonalities -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 19:21:01 -0000

The Lakers and Warriors are both underperforming compared to expectations and the reasons for it are more similar than either party would like to admit. Anthony welcomes Brady Klopfer to discuss both situations and marvel at how much the two organizations have in common. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis dominates Nets -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis shot almost 30 times and the Lakers won. Probably a correlation there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers outscore, outvibes the Nets -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 07:55:30 -0000

The Lakers snapped their losing streak on Sunday against a Nets team that somehow has worse vibes than them. Jacob and Honi discuss Anthony Davis' big game, Lonnie Walker's breakout season and a new potential Russell Westbrook trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Clippers, then LeBron James -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 06:02:15 -0000

Raj rips into the Lakers after another blowout loss. There might not be a good team in here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers have make-or-break games in November -- The Hook

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 20:39:29 -0000

Anthony and Aaron break down the softest stretch of the Lakers schedule and how, despite some absences, they have to take care of business. They all discuss LeBron James' tweets in support of Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James to miss time; Lakers interested in Bradley Beal -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are pursuing another star, no matter how illogical the attempt might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Metta World Peace on how he would handle this Lakers season -- Anthony Irwin Show

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:24:40 -0000

Metta World Peace stops by to talk about his latest project and handling retirement. He and Anthony then discuss his time with the Lakers and whether players know if a window is shut. They wrap on the notion of sacrifice, whether he could've come off the bench and how he'd handle this season if he was in the Lakers locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers risk seeing apathy from fans at this rate -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers suck. Anthony doesn't know how many other ways to say it but he'll sure try. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Time is running out for the patient Lakers -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:30:17 -0000

Anthony and Aaron debate the Lakers' current conservative approach now given the context they're waiting for yet another star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly looking to trade for a "mystery superstar" -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to round up a series of reports that point to nothing particularly good for the Lakers and kinda/sorta loses his mind over it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would the Lakers be this ok with this much losing if pre-injury Kobe was in the middle of it? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps yet another loss and wonders about how committed the Lakers are to winning and whether LeBron not being a lifer is playing a part in their approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis trade rumors miss the point by a wide margin -- Lakers Lounge

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 23:56:51 -0000

The Lakers have been so bad that people are apparently trying to match that energy with their reporting. Anthony and Harrison discuss how little sense it all makes and take a closer look at Davis' season thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James, Anthony Davis look exhausted, for good reason -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Anthony is starting to worry about LeBron James' health. Anthony Davis needs to shoot. The Lakers might be nearing their doomsday scenario. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers might actually just be this bad at shooting -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Once again, the Lakers competed defensively for a while but eventually fell short as shots just wouldn't fall or, even worse, guys are starting to get hesitant to shoot at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers third quarter woes continue in loss to Jazz

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 01:46:00 -0000

The Lakers have struggled in third quarters this season and continued to do so on Sunday, costing themselves another win in the process. Jacob and Honi discuss those struggles, Russell Westbrook off the bench and Anthony Davis' own second-half struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can we talk about the Lakers? -- The Hook

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:30:00 -0000

Both Aaron and Anthony like what they've seen from the Lakers of late and, even better, think it can be replicated for multiple wins. What a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyrie Irving saga illustrates our collective need to improve at empathy -- The Hook

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:00:52 -0000

Kyrie Irving has dominated headlines this week. It's shown some of our worst tendencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers at one point were interested in Kyrie Irving; they should no longer be -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have made plans at various points to bring in Kyrie Irving. After this week, those plans should be lit on fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers feel... sustainably fun? Where are we? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 20:00:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison react to a really fun game and explain how it felt more sustainable than even the brightest spots from last season. They then discuss Russell Westbrook's bench role and whether that's changed whether the Lakers need to trade him. They finish the show with a discussion of Kyrie Irving and how the Lakers needs to send a message that his hate speech really doesn't belong in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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THE DASH MAMBA -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 18:22:17 -0000

Anthony recaps a hilariously fun win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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There is a good team in here — I Love Basketball

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 06:53:57 -0000

Raj and Sabreena recap the most fun Lakers game of 2022, from AD's defensive dominance to Russ' Sixth Man of the Year campaign to Lonnie Sky Walker raining fire, culminating in Matt Ryan delivering the biggest shot of the season. It's just good vibes today as the duo celebrates an actual Lakers winning streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The NBA can't no-show on Kyrie Irving and now Ime Udoka -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony is disappointed with how the NBA has handled Kyrie Irving and now Ime Udoka. Then, he discusses a nightmare scenario involving the Lakers he honestly hadn't thought of before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Myles Turner wants to be a Laker: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:41:00 -0000

Myles Turner publicly pitched the Lakers to trade for him. Should they? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that and they evaluate how the Lakers have performed with Russell Westbrook off the bench in the past two games. Plus, the Lakers schedule is easing up, and they talk about how they must capitalize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jovan Buha on early returns of Russell Westbrook, sixth man -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 21:45:36 -0000

Jovan Buha of The Athletic stops by to discuss what he's seen thus far from Russell Westbrook now that he's coming off the bench. Does this change anything for him and the Lakers? What the hell was that Myles Turner podcast? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers beat Nuggets as Russell Westbrook commits to bench role -- Postgame Spaces Show

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 14:41:38 -0000

The Lakers had Raj legitimately asking whether there's a good team in there. WE'RE BACK BABY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Los Angeles Lakers will not be 0-82 -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers won. Anthony breaks down the game by giving props to Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis. Then, he offers up a thought he can't help but have about Russ and criticizes Jeanie Buss for no-showing for George Mikan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook and the Lakers are fun again

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 05:40:32 -0000

If for one night only, the Lakers and Russell Westbrook were fun again in their win over the Nuggets. Sabreena and Jacob recap the victory and the Lakers Big Three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook moves to the bench; now what? -- The Hook

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:40:34 -0000

The Lakers appear on the verge of playing their last card in trying to make it work with Russell Westbrook. Anthony and Aaron discuss him moving to the bench and what comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why Anthony Davis' latest injury is more concerning than his others -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis' latest injury makes Anthony more nervous than any he's had before. Anthony explains why, then reads his latest column, on the organizational rot within the Lakers walls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Explaining Rob Pelinka's extension through what Jeanie Buss values -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:32:58 -0000

Anthony and Harrison dive deep into the process that's gotten the Lakers here, starting at the very top of the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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So it turns out Russell Westbrook wasn't the only problem -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are fighting a talent deficiency every night they step onto the court despite having LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Bravo, Rob Pelinka. Bravo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How much longer can the Lakers keep doing this? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:31:45 -0000

It's an I Love Basketball / The Hook crossover extravaganza, as Raj, Sabreena, Anthony, and Aaron get together postgame to sift through the detritus that is the Lakers season. With the Lakers now 0-4, the crew barely has time for the team's poor effort against the Nuggets and instead tries to figure out if it's worth it for the Lakers to try to get better this year or simply accept that 2022-23 is a lost season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who starts with Russell Westbrook likely out vs. Denver? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on the context surrounding Russell Westbrook potentially sitting as the Lakers face off against Denver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Westbrook doubtful vs. Denver. Have we seen the last of him as a Laker? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:51:00 -0000

Russell Westbrook is doubtful to play Wednesday vs the Nuggets. Have we seen the last of him in a Laker uniform? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that plus they take a look at how bad he has been this season offensively, the Lakers surprisingly good defense and their no good shooting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rob Pelinka, Russell Westbrook, and how basketball does happen in vacuums -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest string of rumors on what the Lakers are considering and the red flags that keep popping up around Rob Pelinka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A Russell Westbrook stan on his time with the Lakers -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:02:30 -0000

Anthony is joined by his good friend, Phillip Barnett, who ranks as the most committed Russell Westbrook fan ever to exist. The guys discuss the season thus far, the conversation surrounding Russ, and where things need to go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What are we doing here -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0000

The Lakers lost and it keeps getting clearer what they need to do with Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James, Anthony Davis look good enough to gamble on -- Lakers Postgame

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Following a brutal loss, Raj once again points out that, if the Lakers are waiting for LeBron and AD to prove they're worth gambling the future on, the message should have been received loud and clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers collapse to Blazers caps off disastrous first week -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:08:35 -0000

The Lakers collapsed in the fourth quarter against the Blazers, capping off a brutal first week of the season. Jacob (@JacobRude) and Alex (@AlexTorres_11) recap the game and the state of the Lakers after one week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Two games in, is it time to rethink the reported 20-game trade deadline? -- The Hook

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 19:59:40 -0000

Aaron and Anthony react to what they've seen one week into the Lakers season. There's been stuff to like, but not enough to get a win. Anthony thinks it's time to stop with the facade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rob Pelinka is risking wearing down Anthony Davis by not making the trade -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0000

The Lakers competed and nearly pulled off an upset but the historically poor shooting was too much to overcome. If only anyone had seen this coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers fall to Clippers as they shoot worse than any team ever from three -- Postgame Spaces Show

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Raj, Anthony and Donnie recap a game we all thought the Lakers had a legit chance at. They're fighting, but math is impossible to overcome sometimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Clippers, fall to 0-2: Talk-O Tuesday

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:18:00 -0000

The Lakers lost to the Clippers in their 2nd game of the season and are now 0-2 to start the season. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss Thursday's game that saw Russell Westbrook go 0-11, plus they talk about the "scrappy 4" and if AD has been the best player for L.A. like the Lakers said they wanted him to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rob Pelinka is reportedly waiting 20 games to make a Russell Westbrook trade -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka might be better at finding excuses not to do his job than anyone has ever been at anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers sustain playing small? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:02:47 -0000

With a day to digest the season opener, Raj and Sabreena go over what they learned from the Lakers' first official action and try to figure out a workable rotation going forward. They also react to the news that Rob Pelinka doesn't plan on making any roster moves until Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose season opener, it might be time to send Russell Westbrook home -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:59:52 -0000

Anthony makes the case why he thinks the Lakers need to rip off the bandaid with Russell Westbrook. The longer this fence sitting carries, on, the uglier this season is going to get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers get blown out as LeBron, Russ and Anthony Davis play well -- Postgame Spaces Show

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:35:42 -0000

Raj is joined by Anthony and Harrison as they try to make sense of the Lakers getting whooped despite getting good games from LeBron, AD and Russ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Harrison preview the season as only they could -- Lakers Lounge

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 20:13:29 -0000

The Lakers are on the verge of a season not many are particularly confident in. Anthony and Harrison offer up a few scenarios and predict their likelihood and the reaction to them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mike Prada on the evolution of basketball through spacing -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 18:26:18 -0000

Anthony welcomes Mike Prada of The Athletic to discuss how spacing has impacted basketball as we know it. Prada wrote a book on it: "Spaced Out: How the NBA's Three-Point Revolution Changed Everything You Thought You Knew About Basketball." You should get this book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mirjam Swanson on why Lakers fans hate Clippers coverage -- The Anthony Irwin Show

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 17:44:52 -0000

Anthony welcomes Mirjam Swanson of the Southern California News Group to discuss her time covering the Clippers, Lakers fans hating any coverage the Clippers get, and this weird place the two teams find themselves in now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Harrison break down Russell Westbrook huddle-gate -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 21:06:24 -0000

The season hasn't even started yet and fans can't help but wonder whether the Lakers hate each other. This is on Rob Pelinka, no matter how you slice it. Also, Jeanie Buss' latest comments miss the mark -- agian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers have too many guards, flat out -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers were outplayed for the first time this preseason with their rotation out there, and some similar red flags popped up. Anthony also can't help but explode because Jeanie Buss doesn't get why fans care about the way she runs the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This can't be the regular-season rotation for the Lakers — I Love Basketball

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:28:13 -0000

The Lakers broke out what Darvin Ham considers a "real" rotation for their penultimate preseason contest, and things looked off after some promising performances in earlier games. Raj and Sabreena get into how and why the Lakers lost their way in a 118-113 loss to the Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeanie Buss still has to prove she can hold her inner circle accountable -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

It's one thing to not fire Rob Pelinka after last offseason and now not being able to fix those mistakes. It's entirely another to reward him for those failures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ham considering starting AD at the 5: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:40:00 -0000

Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham is strongly considering starting Anthony Davis at the 5 this season. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that and the extension of Rob Pelinka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Aaron and Anthony fight over Rob Pelinka -- The Hook

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:34:01 -0000

Aaron and Anthony disagree more vehemently about Rob Pelinka than they do about almost anything. They battle it out for the fate of the human race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who should be in and out of the Lakers rotation? -- The Hook

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:25:39 -0000

As the Lakers get ready to start really looking closer at a rotation, Aaron and Anthony try to offer their preview of how they think this should go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Los Angeles Lakers won a preseason game -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps the Lakers' first preseason win since 2020. We made it. Our long global nightmare is over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis leads Lakers to preseason win, Rob Pelinka contract extension -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:36:02 -0000

The Lakers finally picked up a preseason victory for the first time in two years on Sunday over the Warriors. Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) and Honi Ahmadian (@HoniAhm) discuss the victory, the bright spots of the preseason and Rob Pelinka's extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers extend Rob Pelinka -- Lakers Lowdown

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 22:37:45 -0000

Anthony reacts to reports that Rob Pelinka will be rewarded for the worst trade in franchise history with more job security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Draymond Green punching Jordan Poole is fascinating on several levels -- The Hook

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 19:41:49 -0000

Anthony and Aaron break down the clip of Draymond Green punching Jordan Poole. Is this the beginning of the end of his time in Golden State? What would that mean for the Lakers? Also, some thoughts on the Lakers' first few preseason games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lonnie Walker IV makes his Lakers debut -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:42:24 -0000

The Lakers played a preseason game last night. Kind of. But not really. Mostly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What impact might Joey and Jesse Buss have by assuming more power with the Lakers? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 21:51:18 -0000

Anthony and Harrison discuss what they've seen from the Lakers thus far and why they think it should mean the organization should be pushing chips into the middle of the table. They also dive deep into a little-discusses aspect of the reporting surrounding Jesse and Joey Buss' role with the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What have we learned in the first two preseason games? -- I Love Basketball

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:32:13 -0000

The Lakers dropped to 0-2 in the preseason with a loss to the Suns in Las Vegas on Wednesday. Raj and Jacob discuss what we've learned from the team through the first two games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James still looks incredible out there, which is just insane -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

If the Lakers were waiting to see how LeBron James looked before committing to moving draft capital to surround him with talent, 23 points in the first half is a pretty good message for him to send. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What a healthy Kendrick Nunn might mean for the Lakers' chances at trading Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on Kendrick Nunn looking spry and what it might mean as the Lakers continue to think about potential Westbrook trades. He then discusses fans booing in the first preseason game and why he has no problem with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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NBA GM's pick Lakers to finish 8th in the West: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 01:05:00 -0000

The preseason is underway and Russell Westbrook is still a Laker but reports say he may not be long in Los Angeles. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the latest, Regla gives his thoughts on the Lakers 1st preseason game. Plus they talk about the annual ESPN GM survey that has the Lakers predicted to finish 8th in the West this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers fans were perfectly right to boo -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 22:16:30 -0000

Anthony hopped on Spaces to hear from fans about how they felt about fans at the arena booing in the Lakers' first preseason game. Also covered: The guard rotation, Anthony Davis, Kendrick Nunn and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers drop preseason opener, will somehow add more guards -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 17:29:55 -0000

The Lakers had some moments where things looked pretty good. They also didn't do much to answer questions everyone had coming into the game and it's hard to see where those solutions might be coming from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Howard Beck on the Lakers playing catch-up to the rest of the NBA -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:11:32 -0000

Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated stops by to try to figure out a confusing Lakers offseason with Anthony. Do they make any progress in those efforts? It's hard to say, really. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers need to have better vibes this preseason

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 01:56:00 -0000

The Lakers are set to tip off their preseason against the Kings on Monday and Jacob (@JacobRude) and Honi (@HoniAhm) discuss what they want to see from the game and from the preseason as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should Austin Reaves start this season? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:17:59 -0000

The Lakers have a lot of options in the backcourt head into the preseason, but Raj and Cooper discuss whether Austin Reaves should be considered a starter amongst the group? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Westbrook is back. Will he start? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 01:45:00 -0000

The Lakers officially began training camp on Tuesday and Russell Westbrook is still on the team. Now that he is here will he still be a starter? Darvin Ham did not commit to it. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that and more takeaways from Laker Media Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Harrison responsible for this Lakers roster? -- Lakers Lounge

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 01:07:48 -0000

The Lakers tried to polish a turd at media day. Anthony wasn't buying it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Previewing an awkward Lakers media day

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 04:26:00 -0000

The Lakers are set for a particularly awkward media day on Monday that Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) and Raj Chipalu (@RajChipalu) preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How can Russell Westbrook contribute to the Lakers' success in 2022-23? — I Love Basketball

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 03:23:46 -0000

It's all but official — Russell Westbrook will be a Laker to start the 2022-23 season. With that in mind, Raj and Sabreena attempt to figure out how Westbrook can realistically contribute to a successful version of the Los Angeles Laker.s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What was the defining moment of the Shaq and Kobe Lakers?

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:12:57 -0000

On this week's episode of "Can U Dig It," Jacob (@JacobRude) and Alex (@AlexTorres_11) react to the Dennis Schröder signing and relive Game 7 of the 2000 NBA Western Conference Finals between the Lakers and Blazers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Could the Lakers use a Dennis Schröder return? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 05:28:11 -0000

The Lakers and Dennis Schröder have both been spiraling downwards since they parted ways in the summer of 2021. With the Lakers trying to move on from their starting point guard and Dennis Schröder still a free agent — who's been balling out at EuroBasket — Raj and Sabreena discuss if the time is right for a reunion. They also dive deep into the Robert Sarver punishment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russ & Nunn starters for the Lakers? Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:56:00 -0000

ESPN's Zach Lowe predicts that both Russell Westbrook and Kendrick Nunn will start for the Lakers this season. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla break down his starting 5 predictions and give their thoughts on who they want to start and who they think will start this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How the Lakers' approach to helping LeBron has been their biggest problem -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony departs on his paternity leave with one last spicy take on the poor job Rob Pelinka has done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What role has LeBron James played in Lakers' personnel mistakes? -- Lakers Lounge Triangle Edition

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 21:46:57 -0000

For as much is made of Russell Westbrook's issues with the Lakers, Anthony Davis not playing center and any other issue, one topic that doesn't get discussed enough is flawed foundational approach that is surrounding LeBron James with creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who should be the Lakers' starting five if there is no Russell Westbrook trade? -- The Hook

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 20:38:28 -0000

Aaron forces Anthony to entertain a rotation with Russell Westbrook on the roster and, well, it's entertaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Lakers backing into yet another car accident? -- The Hook

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 20:17:22 -0000

Anthony gives his latest analogy, this time about the Lakers and Russell Westbrook backing into each other in a parking lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Patrick Beverley highlights Lakers' new approach to Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony narrates a column he wrote in response to Patrick Beverley's introductory presser, then gives his theory on what Beverley and Ham mean for the Lakers' approach to getting more out of Russell Westbrook -- if he's on the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dan Woike on Patrick Beverley's interesting press conference -- Anthony Irwin Show

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:43:43 -0000

Anthony speaks to Dan Woike of the L.A. Times about Patrick Beverley's introductory press conference, which didn't feature anything at all from Rob Pelinka. What are the chances Russell Westbrook gets moved and what math with go into that decision? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook will remain a Laker: Talk-O Tuesday

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 02:56:00 -0000

All signs point to Russell Westbrook remaining as a Laker this upcoming season. Or do they? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla disagree on the future of Russ in Los Angeles, they discuss what think will happen as training camp fast approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers introduce Patrick Beverley with Russell Westbrook in attendance -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers refuse to do anything normal, so this time they introduced their new point guard with the guy he'll be competing with for minutes standing right there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Buy or Sell: The Patrick Beverley Press Conference — I Love Basketball

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:15:23 -0000

When Patrick Beverley and Darvin Ham took the stage Tuesday to formally introduce Beverley, the team was selling a specific vision of the Lakers. Raj and Sabreena try to determine whether Laker fans should be buying what Ham and Pat Bev were selling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are luxury taxes impacting the Lakers' approach to trading Russell Westbrook? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 05:10:02 -0000

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Where do the Lakers look now for a Russell Westbrook trade?

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 22:47:00 -0000

The Donovan Mitchell trade means the Lakers can no longer serve as a third team in a deal, further limiting the trade options for Russell Westbrook. Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) and Alex Torres (@alextorres_11) discuss what's next for Russ and the Lakers post-Mitchell trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The lines fans draw as they root for players, teams, artists, etc. -- The Hook

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:40:39 -0000

Going to be honest, the guys didn't expect the conversation to get this deep. But here they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Have NBA backroom dealings always been this visible? -- The Hook

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:32:23 -0000

Anthony and Aaron are fascinated by how information economy and those benefitting most by it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How does the Donovan Mitchell trade impact the Lakers? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers' options for trading Russell Westbrook have dwindled to a pretty concerning extent. Anthony explains the latest hit to those efforts and why this is the least confident he has felt that Russ will be moved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Donovan Mitchell gets traded while Anthony and Aaron were live on the air -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 01:58:52 -0000

Anthony and Aaron were discussing their expectations for Anthony Davis and then a Woj Bomb happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz? -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony details a potential three-team trade that would land Donovan Mitchell in New York, Russell Westbrook in Utah and would only cost the Lakers one of their first-round picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Lakers the key in the Donovan Mitchell trade to NY? Talk-O Tuesday

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 02:49:00 -0000

The Lakers are reportedly involved in a possible 3 team where they could be the key in the Donovan Mitchell deal to the Knicks. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the latest rumors that could see the Lakers landing 3 key players in exchange for Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Jeanie Buss gaslighting Laker fans? — I Love Basketball

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 05:30:28 -0000

The Lakers are less than a month away from the start of training camp, and Raj can barely contain his excitement. But first! Jeanie Buss gave a 45-minute interview to The Athletic, and Raj and Sabreena spend this week's episode trying to figure out why Buss is speaking on the record with the Lakers roster hopefully still in flux, and what can be deciphered from her comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony gives his latest insane Rob Pelinka theory -- Lakers Lounge

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 23:35:11 -0000

Rob Pelinka's tenure has been defined by incredible plans that haven't been executed. Anthony gives his thoughts on where that approach has landed the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers could help facilitate Donovan Mitchell-to-Knicks trade -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains how a Knicks trade could wind up helping the Lakers, then narrates his column from Friday on why the Lakers cannot wait another season to fix this roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers must next choose between future flexibility and current competition -- The Hook

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:35:46 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss the fallout from the Lakers trading for Patrick Beverley. They have two paths in front of them: Continuing to improve the team in meaningful ways now, or maintaining financial flexibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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One way or another, Russell Westbrook's time with the Lakers is likely over -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains why, whether he is traded or simply sent home, Russell Westbrook has likely played his last game in a Lakers uniform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Westbrook to Indiana next after the Pat Bev trade? Talk-O Tuesday

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 01:15:00 -0000

The Lakers traded for Patrick Beverley, Alex Padilla and Alex Regla break down the details of the trade and how he could fit in. Plus they discuss if this is the precursor to Russell Westbrook getting traded to Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers trade Talen Horton-Tucker, Stanley Johnson to Utah for Patrick Beverley -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 04:02:22 -0000

The Lakers are moving the guy they chose over Alex Caruso and a young wing for a lesser, older version of Alex Caruso but hey Anthony isn't better at all. Nope nope nope nope nope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who are the greatest Lakers role players? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 03:50:17 -0000

Of the many sins of the 2021-22 Lakers, perhaps the greatest was the front office's complete disregard for quality role players. Throughout this franchise's history, the Lakers have been host to some of the greatest others to ever play in the NBA, and their contributions to the team's 17 titles have been indispensable. On this week's episode of "I Love Basketball", Raj and Sabreena celebrate their favorite role players to don purple and gold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers to shift focus to Indiana, Utah after Brooklyn pretends everything is fine -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony details the three paths the Lakers have facing them now that Brooklyn is trying to patch things up. Which makes the most sense? Which is likeliest? How bad would door No. 3 be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving are staying in Brooklyn; Now what? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 20:37:59 -0000

Anthony and Aaron are joined by listeners to react to news that Kevin Durant will be staying in Brooklyn, at least for now. They discuss trade packages from Indiana and Utah, and where the ceiling sits without Kyrie Irving involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sean Highkin on Blazers offseason, Phil Knight speculation, Bronny James to Oregon -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:39:00 -0000

Anthony talks to Sean Highkin about the Blazers. They're intriguing for all kinds of reasons that have some clear ties back to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Pau Gasol's differing Lakers and Grizzlies legacies

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0000

With the announcement of Pau Gasol's jersey retirement in the 2022-23 season, Jacob welcomes in Keith Parish of the Fastbreak Breakfast and Grits and Grinds podcasts to discuss Pau's different legacies with the Lakers and Grizzlies franchises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Lakers patient enough to ever find its next Kobe Bryant? -- The Hook

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 20:01:15 -0000

The Lakers have been pretty clear in how they plan to build moving forward. This approach is mostly fine and has resulted in a championship, but it also has an unfortunate unintended consequence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How "Legacy" Lakers documentary misses the point -- The Hook

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 19:54:55 -0000

Even given his concerns about these new "documentaries" being released, Anthony is pretty excited about one project in particular. He and Aaron go into that, and discuss what they've seen from the new Lakers "doc" currently airing on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James' extension should help with landing Kyrie Irving -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 21:32:06 -0000

LeBron James may not look at it like a favor, but he probably helped the Lakers in their efforts to trade Russell Westbrook. Anthony talks to Aaron Larsuel and listeners about this, then takes questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What does LeBron James' extension mean for Lakers' chances at trading Russell Westbrook? -- I Love Basketball

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 03:10:21 -0000

With Sabreena off this week, Raj welcomed our own Aaron Larsuel to discuss the fallout from LeBron James' two-year extension. What does this mean for Russell Westbrook? Anthony Davis? Rob Pelinka? Then, the guys show some love for Pau Gasol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: LeBron James signs 2-year extension -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 19:34:47 -0000

Anthony reacts to LeBron James signing his extension. What does this mean for the Lakers' efforts to trade Russell Westbrook? He then reacts to the team announcing they'll be retiring Pau Gasol's jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The NBA seems to be moving away from Lakers-Clipper 'rivalry' -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to some of what we know about the Lakers' schedule thus far, then gives his thoughts on "Legacy," the new Lakers documentary on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers leaked schedule breakdown: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 03:45:00 -0000

Nine of the Lakers games for the 2023 season have leaked. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla broke down and previewed how they think those games will go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The actual deadline the Lakers might have to trade Russell Westbrook by -- Lakers Lounge

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 21:43:09 -0000

With Harrison back from another honeymoon, the guys discuss the actual timeline the Lakers are working with as it pertains to trading for Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is LeBron James considered a Lakers great? -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:54:20 -0000

On this week's episode, Jacob Rude is joined by Raj Chipalu to discuss the leaked games so far for the Lakers this season and whether LeBron James should be considered a franchise great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What will come next as Kevin Durant tries to get traded? -- The Hook

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 19:37:01 -0000

Is the league informing Kevin Durant how it really thinks of him? The guys discuss this, how it all impacts the Lakers, and how LeBron James' offseason might be a message to Anthony Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why the Kevin Durant trade saga has drawn out as long as it has -- The Hook

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 19:26:36 -0000

The guys start with a quick trip around some recent news across the league, then dive into the latest on Kevin Durant and the Nets. Why has this taken so long to be resolved? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly haven't offered both firsts for Kyrie Irving -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony cops to a mistake he made, explains what happened, and then analyzes what it means moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly open to offering both firsts for Kyrie Irving -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest on the Lakers' pursuit of Kyrie Irving, then narrates a column he wrote about ESPN's coverage (or lack thereof) of recent developments in the KD trade saga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ethan Strauss on Woj, ESPN sitting out Kevin Durant wanting Sean Marks fired -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:11:05 -0000

Anthony welcomed Ethan Strauss to discuss ESPN essentially completely ignoring arguably the biggest story of summer in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Details on LeBron James' meeting with Rob Pelinka don't inspire confidence -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the details coming out of LeBron James' meeting with Rob Pelinka and Darvin Ham. Despite their best efforts to making things look rosy, nothing sounded particularly great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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ESPN projects Lakers to finish as the 9 seed: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 22:30:00 -0000

ESPN predicted the Lakers to go 42-40 and finish as the 9 seed. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss how it's impossible to tell what the Lakers will be as long as the Russell Westbrook drama is unresolved. Plus the latest on Kyrie to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kevin Durant does the Lakers a favor -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to another weird day -- the latest in this league-wide stalemate brought about by Kevin Durant's trade request. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Matt Moore on how the latest on Kevin Durant impacts the Lakers -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 21:48:02 -0000

Matt Moore and Anthony continue their conversation on star empowerment in the NBA, then turn their attention to how all this affects the Lakers' chances at getting Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Have Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving ended the star empowerment era? -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 21:41:12 -0000

Matt Moore of The Action Network joins to discuss the latest news on the Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving front. Are they the beginning of the end of the Star Empowerment Era? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Reliving Ron Artest's game-winner against the Suns in the 2010 Western Conference Finals

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 07:16:00 -0000

It's the dead days of the NBA offseason, so let's revisit one of the shining moments of the 2010 Lakers with Ron Artest's game-winner against the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kendrick Nunn is apparently not 100%... still -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Day one of LeBron's extension talks are behind us and no extension has been agreed upon. Anthony discusses that, narrates his latest column, and reacts to reports that Kendrick Nunn's knee still doesn't work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Darvin Ham can bench Russell Westbrook; Will he? -- The Hook

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:46:29 -0000

The guys discuss some pushback on star empowerment, the latest (and not great!) report on Kendrick Nunn, and how willing Darvin Ham might be to bench Russell Westbrook if need be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James hasn't yet signed his extension, what gives? -- The Hook

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:31:27 -0000

Aaron and Anthony discuss LeBron James' extension, why he hasn't signed it yet, and what could change that situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It's time for the Lakers to get some good news — I Love Basketball

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 01:05:59 -0000

As we wait for the biggest news of the Lakers offseason, Raj and Sabreena react to some smaller updates: the first that Kendrick Nunn still hasn't graduated to 5-on-5 action, and the second that Darvin Ham will be given the leeway to send Russell Westbrook home if need be. They also check in on the Sparks in the middle of their playoff chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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RIP, Vin Scully -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony does his best to honor the icon, Vin Scully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who hacked Jeanie Buss? A RUNDOWN -- Lakers Lounge

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 02:19:38 -0000

Anthony and Harrison put their heads together to solve the greatest and most important mystery of our time: Who dared hack Jeanie Buss? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jorge Sedano on the Lakers-LeBron James relationship -- Anthony Irwin

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:57:03 -0000

Anthony welcomes friend of the show, Jorge Sedano of ESPN, to discuss the week leading up to LeBron James' extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should the Lakers be worried about LeBron James' looming extension -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:32:15 -0000

LeBron James can sign an extension this week and it could put the Lakers on the clock to get things done this offseason, as Jacob and Cooper discuss this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James extension week preview -- The Hook

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:20:01 -0000

Anthony and Aaron do their best to get you ready for the week leading up to the earliest LeBron James can sign his extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What the Lakers have in common with Game of Thrones -- The Hook

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:12:45 -0000

Anthony explains his Lakers-Game of Thrones to Aaron, which he loves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The key to fixing the Lakers -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reads, then mentions something he and Harrison somehow forgot in an hour of talking to each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why the Lakers might not trade Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 21:11:40 -0000

Look, there remains a distinct possibility Russell Westbrook starts training camp on the Lakers. Anthony and Harrison try to explain why that would happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why haven't teams made more serious offers on Kevin Durant? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 21:01:40 -0000

Anthony offers up his latest analogy to describe why Kyrie Irving isn't a Laker, which leads to discussion about Kevin Durant and how reluctant teams are to make serious offers for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Liz Cambage debacle teaches some lessons about front-office decision-making — I Love Basketball

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 06:34:00 -0000

The NBA offseason has mostly ground to a halt, but fear not, a purple and gold basketball team is still here to supply the drama. On this week's "I Love Basketball", Sabreena and Anthony dive into the mess that was Liz Cambage's brief tenure with the Los Angeles Sparks. They get into what that debacle teaches us about the Sparks' organizational failures and the universal lessons that it illuminates about the Lakers' decision-making process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers extend Phil Handy; what's up with 'Sheed? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We have Lakers assistant coaching news! Anthony discusses that, then narrates his latest column, on the direction he'd prefer to see the Lakers go in whenever they trade Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which trade package is best for Westbrook? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 01:51:24 -0000

Russell Westbrook has been shopped around to multiple teams but which return for the Lakers is best? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the latest in rumor purgatory and they update the latest on the new look coaching stafff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Do Myles Turner and Buddy Hield make more sense than Kyrie Irving? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 21:34:41 -0000

Anthony takes to Spaces to find out which trade package Lakers fans would prefer if Russell Westbrook is moved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Adam Mares on Lakers-Nuggets, Tim Connelly's big move, Kobe-Jokic -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 04:41:48 -0000

Old friend Adam Mares stops by to talk about Tim Connelly's big splash, which version of the Lakers he'd be more nervous to face, his perpetually underrated Nuggets and Kobe on Nikola Jokic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do Kevin Durant-Celtics rumors affect the Lakers -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:36:05 -0000

The Lakers' chances at Kyrie Irving seem to have a lot to do with Brooklyn's chances at getting a decent return for Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Comparing the Lakers and Clippers offseasons -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:17:40 -0000

The Lakers and Clippers, while sharing a stadium, have had drastically different offseasons and are two franchises in completely different states moving forward. On this week's Can U Dig It, Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) welcomes on Clips Nation writer Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite) to talk about the two franchises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jake Fischer on the chances Russell Westbrook is a Laker at training camp -- Anthony Irwin Show

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 22:07:52 -0000

Jack Fischer of Bleacher Report joins to update everyone on the latest in the Lakers' attempts at trading Russell Westbrook. How likely is Kyrie Irving? Buddy Hield and Myles Turner? Anyone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Julius Randle, the return? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

According to one report, a deal between the Knicks and Lakers could be the fallout if New York is able to trade for Donovan Mitchell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is this a worse Lakers roster now than last season's -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 21:00:37 -0000

If a Kyrie trade doesn't wind up happening, would this be a worse roster heading into the season than they had last year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Harrison argue about... the Knicks? -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:54:51 -0000

Anthony and Harrison open up with a discussion about the Knicks' closed-door policy with media, then Anthony wonders about the moves the Lakers have made these last two offseasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers have reportedly reengaged trade talks with the Pacers -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest of the litany of rumors regarding the Lakers' options this summer and, having spoken enough about the hypothetical, throws to a column written by Alex Regla about the Lakers' youth and athleticism movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mapping out a potential Lakers rotation — I Love Basketball

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:02:04 -0000

The Lakers roster is hopefully unfinished, but in the event they head into opening night with this crew — or at least with a shooter in Russell Westbrook's place — Raj and Sabreena tried to get a feel for what the rotation would look like. Spoiler alert: it's a tricky task. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rob Pelinka is still aiming high -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Rob Pelinka reportedly is still aiming for the moon, but are his sights too high? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyrie AND Buddy Hield to the Lakers? Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 22:41:00 -0000

Reports say that the Lakers are still interested in training for Kyrie Irving AND now a new report says they are looking to pair him with Buddy Hield or Eric Gordon. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla try to unscramble all the puzzle pieces and make sense of it all in this week's Talk-O Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis reportedly spoke on the phone -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers' Big Two and Russell Westbrook reportedly hashed things out to get on the same page. The question now is whether anyone is buying it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Did Russell Westbrook fire his agent instead of promising to play defense? -- The Hook

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 19:26:29 -0000

Kick off your week by looking back at the hilarity from over the weekend, as Russell Westbrook fired his long-time agent allegedly over a disagreement about whether he should remain a Laker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Yet another hilarious weekend from Russell Westbrook amid trade rumors -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest and maybe funniest Friday night news dump to date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony pesters Aaron about the LeBron-Russ dynamic -- The Hook

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 19:28:54 -0000

Aaron reacts to a column Anthony wrote about this Kyrie situation. Should the Lakers push to make a trade before circumstances change? Plus, some hot takes at the end of the episode following the first story time in a little bit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Restricted free agency is an oxymoron -- The Hook

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 19:14:11 -0000

Tinfoil Hat Anthony has thoughts on how things played out for Deandre Ayton, which leads to a larger conversation about the concept of "restricted free agency." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeanie Buss gives latest defiant statement defending front office -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony introduces a potential new segment: Reading. Then, he reacts to some comments Jeanie Buss made that didn't exactly sit well with him. He wraps up with the latest on Deandre Ayton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Enough already, the Lakers have to make the Kyrie Irving trade -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 21:54:34 -0000

Anthony has had enough. He explains to Harrison why he thinks the Lakers should just pay up and make the Kyrie Irving trade now, before the situation changes around them beyond their control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How does Deandre Ayton signing in Indiana affect the Lakers? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 21:47:58 -0000

Anthony and Harrison react to reports that Deandre Ayton will be signing a max restricted free agency offer with the Indiana Pacers and how that might impact the Lakers' pursuit of Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do Donovan Mitchell trade rumors affect the Lakers? -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Donovan Mitchell potentially getting traded actually helps the Lakers. Anthony explains how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which Summer League Laker is most likely to impact the 2022-23 season? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:36:33 -0000

Raj wants to talk about Kyrie Irving, and Sabreena will do anything to distract him, even if it means getting deep into the weeds with Mason Jones and Javonte McCoy. There's something for all kinds of Lakers fans on this week's episode of "I Love Basketball". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyrie Irving reportedly wants to be a Net, because sure why not -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest and, frankly, funniest report to come across his desk to this point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is two 1st rounders too much for Kyrie? Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 21:50:00 -0000

Reports say that if the Lakers gave up their 2 first rounders Kyrie would already be a Laker. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss if that is too much plus what other options the team has in their pursuit of getting rid of Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why summer league matters -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tells these young whippersnappers to get off his lawn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Harrison laugh at the Lakers going full 'Mean Girls' in Vegas -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 21:46:12 -0000

The guys loved every second of how awkward things got over the weekend both because of the comedy but also because of what it mens moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Las Vegas Summer League serves as a reminder why Lakers must trade Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:47:59 -0000

Anthony gives his main takeaways from an interesting weekend both on and off the court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The awkward Russell Westbrook dynamic with the Lakers

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:21:51 -0000

On this week's episode of "Can U Dig It," Jacob is joined by Cooper Halpern to discuss the LeBron James-Russell Westbrook staredown, Buddy Hield and Myles Turner as future Lakers and Scotty Pippen Jr.'s standout Summer League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Where do things stand on a Kyrie Irving trade as summer league kicks off? -- The Hook

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 18:30:48 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss Austin Reaves not playing in summer league, the Lakers-Nets standoff, how other summer league guys have looked and how (or if) they should use they 15th roster spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How much can we really learn from Summer League? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 02:58:03 -0000

The arrival of Summer League leads to a lot of questions for Raj and Sabreena: Will Max Christie's defense translate to the next level? What about Cole Swider's shot? Should THT or Austin Reaves be playing in Las Vegas? Did the Detroit Pistons go overboard? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Where do things stand in Lakers' pursuit of Kyrie Irving? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony tries to catch you up on all you might've missed over the long weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers sign Thomas Bryant; Anthony Davis to start a power forward -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:17:00 -0000

Thomas Bryant returns to L.A. and will compete to start at center, which means, ah, well at least we know going in Anthony Davis sees himself at the lesser position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers only team in the Kyrie Irving market: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:16:00 -0000

The Lakers are the only team trying to trade for Kyrie Irving. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss why the move would be a home run for both sides and what they would give up in order to acquire the All Star Guard. Plus they recap the Lakers free agent signings and Regla gives his early thoughts on Max Christie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Kyrie Irving the only player who can save the Lakers? — I Love Basketball

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 04:06:32 -0000

The Lakers opened free agency with a series of under-the-radar signings (unless of course, you're a Damian Jones superfan). Sabreena and Raj break down what they learned about the team's offseason philosophy from Day 1 before once again sifting through the smoke surrounding Kyrie Irving to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: DAMIAN JONES IS A LOS ANGELES LAKER -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 23:35:04 -0000

The Lakers made a giant free agency splash and brought back a certain favorite of Anthony's. He reacts to that, Kevin Durant requesting a trade, the Lonnie Walker IV addition and whether the Lakers now have a better shot at Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers free agency plans: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 22:20:53 -0000

Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the Lakers possible plans for free agency. Plus the confirmed additions of Wenyan Gabriel, Austin Reaves and Stanley Johnson for the 22-23 season. And they talk about if they think Russell Westbrook will be on the team this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers really aren't going to bring Russell Westbrook back, are they? -- The Hook (Triangle)

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 23:02:38 -0000

Anthony gets new toys as he, Aaron and Harrison argue about whether the Lakers can possibly run last year's disaster of a core back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should Austin Reaves be playing in Las Vegas Summer League? -- The Hook (Triangle)

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 22:14:11 -0000

Aaron, Anthony and Harrison are back to react to the Lakers summer league roster, Kyrie and John Wall finding their likely destinations for next year and the increasing likelihood Russell Westbrook will be back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyrie opts in, John wall gets bought out; Lakers might have to keep Russ -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony sums up the day's news regarding 30-ish-year-old point guards and what it all means for the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony, Aaron and Harrison all predict Kyrie Irving opting in -- Lakers Lounge (Triangle)

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:46:15 -0000

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Has anything really changed with new reports about Kyrie Irving, Lakers? -- Lakers Lounge (Triangle)

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:36:57 -0000

Anthony, Aaron and Harrison try to recap a wild Monday's worth of rumors regarding Kyrie Irving and his potential move to the Lakers. Despite a lot of noise, all three agree that nothing has really changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It's getting hard to ignore the Kyrie Irving-Lakers rumors -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

With a busy week ahead, Anthony updates you on the Kyrie Irving rumors, recaps draft weekend, and discusses the likelihood that Russell Westbrook is still a Laker at the start of next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How serious are the Kyrie Irving to Lakers rumors? -- Can U Dig It

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:04:00 -0000

The Kyrie Irving rumors to the Lakers aren't going away, so how serious are they and what would a Lakers team with Kyrie look like? Jacob welcomes in Gary Kester to discuss that and the 2022 NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Post-draft look ahead to the rest of free agency -- The Hook

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:25:19 -0000

As the draft wound down, Anthony and Aaron bid Sabreena adieu and take a look at what comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers select Max Christie with 35th pick -- The Hook

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:17:29 -0000

Sabreena joined Anthony and Aaron as the Lakers made their lone selection in this year's draft. Some early analysis and thoughts on what Max Christie adds to the group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kings might have Kangzed, plus more from early draft recap -- The Hook

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:09:34 -0000

Anthony and Aaron went live for the second half of the draft. Before they could get to the Lakers' options, Anthony had to recap the night up to that point and, well, it got confusing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Where are the Lakers trade rumors? -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony explains why we probably shouldn't expect too much news from the Lakers until things are really moving. This is just how they operate under Rob Pelinka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Does the three-star model still make sense for the Lakers? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:09:26 -0000

The NBA Draft is Thursday, but the only new acquisition the Lakers are linked to remains Kyrie Irving. Despite the slim possibility of Irving donning purple and gold, Sabreena and Raj discuss the basketball and personality fit of Irving in Los Angeles. They also get into what they want the Lakers to do in the draft, even without any picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ricky O'Donnell on whether the Lakers can find another Austin Reaves in this draft -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 01:00:00 -0000

Anthony is joined by Ricky O'Donnell of SB Nation to look ahead to Thursday's NBA Draft. Who will go first? Who should go first? Who might the Lakers be looking at? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dan Woike on Kyrie Irving using the Lakers for leverage -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:20:14 -0000

Anthony, Aaron and and Dan Woike of the L.A. Times discuss the rumors swirling around because of Kyrie Irving and how likely a move might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ekpe Udoh on how a locker room deals with Kyrie Irving -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 22:49:35 -0000

Anthony was curious about how players would handle a teammate acting the way Kyrie Irving does and had a former player on to explain it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly interested in Kyrie Irving -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a fairly odd report about the Lakers potentially showing interest in Kyrie Irving. Lots to unpack here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who should the Lakers target in the 2022 NBA Draft?

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:31:00 -0000

if the Lakers are to buy a pick in the upcoming 2022 NBA Draft, who should they target? Jacob welcomes in Mike Garcia to talk a whole host of prospects ahead of the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Let's laugh at the Celtics -- The Hook

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:44:09 -0000

Anthony and Aaron laugh at how incredibly mediocre the Celtics organization has been during Anthony's 36 years of life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why Lakers fans can relate to how this Warriors championship feels -- The Hook

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:38:26 -0000

Warriors fans have said this championship just feels different. Aaron explains and Anthony points out how similar that sounds to how Lakers fans felt about Kobe winning without Shaq. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Buck Foston (again); Some thank you's -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony celebrates Boston losing, then gives his thoughts on some things the Lakers could learn from the Warriors. He wraps up by trying to properly thank all of you for the support this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony catches Harrison up on Lakers news because he just won't leave -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 21:29:38 -0000

The Lakers news cycle from this last week is the exactly kind of thing Anthony and Harrison love laughing about, so they do plenty of that, plus discuss owners spending and the Lakers-LeBron staredown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How the Dallas Mavericks trading for Christian Wood impacts the Lakers -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Every market has to be set somewhere and if this is all that it takes to land Christian Wood, maybe trading Russell Westbrook might not be that difficult after all? Maybe? Please? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Time to come to terms with Westbrook's return: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 22:19:00 -0000

All signs point to the Lakers bringing back Russell Westbrook next season. Is it posturing or a reality that Laker fans must come to terms with? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that and all the headlines about the Lakers in this never ending offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fans chime in on their preferred Russell Westbrook trade -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 22:07:27 -0000

Anthony and Aaron open up the discussion to see where fans stand on what to do with Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James and the Lakers are in a staring contest -- Anthony Irwin Live

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 21:58:53 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss the predicament the Lakers and LeBron James are stuck in together and how the two sides can move forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Charlotte Hornets have commenced trade leak posturing -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a couple reports on LeBron and the Lakers playing chicken, the Hornets attempting to hold onto their leverage and the upcoming trade rumors season as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Celtics still a threat to win banner 18? — I Love Basketball

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:08:00 -0000

The Lakers are one game away from avoiding the nightmare scenario of Boston passing them in overall titles. Sabreena and Raj discuss whether the Celtics have the juice to extend the NBA Finals or if the Warriors are headed for a coronation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis goes viral for not touching a basketball -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on not just the video in which Anthony Davis admits to not touching a basketball in months, but also fans' reactions to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Hornets a realistic trade spot for Russell Westbrook?

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:20:51 -0000

Early in the offseason when it seemed like far more of a possibility that Russell Westbrook would be traded, one of the most common trade destinations discussed was the Charlotte Hornets. Jacob (@JacobRude) welcomes in guest Nata Edwards (@NataTheScribe) to talk about the Hornets and Lakers' overlapping coaching searches and the possibility of a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Did the Warriors screw up by not trading for more win-now help? -- The Hook

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 21:01:19 -0000

The guys give their thoughts on Celtics-Warriors to this point and wonder whether the Warriors regret not getting more immediate help while they have a legit title window. They discuss Draymond's pod and the NBA media landscape. Anthony wraps things up by explaining why this might be his last pod for a little while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Did Danny Ainge save the Celtics by leaving? Did he tank the Jazz by arriving? -- The Hook

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 20:49:54 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss Quin Snyder leaving the Jazz and the ramifications it might have across the league. Anthony also laughs at Danny Ainge. A lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ranking all potential Russell Westbrook offseason scenarios -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:45:57 -0000

Harrison and Anthony listed all potential outcomes for this offseason for Russell Westbrook, then rank them. Harrison just won't leave but says goodbye again anyway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can Russell Westbrook be the Lakers' Andrew Wiggins? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:19:00 -0000

Darvin Ham had some very complimentary things to say about Russell Westbrook in his introductory presser, so Sabreena and Raj dive into the increasingly real possibility that Westbrook is on the Lakers in 2022-23. They also hit on Game 3 of the NBA Finals and the Sparks firing Derek Fisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Darvin Ham's coaching staff taking shape: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 00:23:00 -0000

The Lakers let go of three assistants but kept Phil Handy on Darvin Ham's staff. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla talk about the changes and the possibility of Rasheed Wallace joining the staff. Plus they give their first impressions after Ham's introductory presser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How close was Phil Handy to leaving the Lakers? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:08:18 -0000

Anthony offers up what he's heard about Phil Handy and how close he came to leaving, then Aaron details some of the process from his perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers looking to build through Darvin Ham's direct approach -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:00:48 -0000

Anthony and Aaron hear from fans how they feel about Darvin Ham after a lengthy conversation about his intro press conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Darvin Ham impresses at intro presser -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Darvin Ham spoke about Russell Westbrook, LeBron James and Anthony Davis and how he'll maximize all three if he has to. He also spoke about getting shot in the face. Yeah. Really. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Darvin Ham explains how he'll use Russell Westbrook -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 22:41:54 -0000

Anthony is joined by Jacob Rude to discuss their takeaways from Darvin Ham's impressive introductory press conference. He was asked about plenty and handled it all absolutely smoothly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly offered head coaching gig to Juwan Howard -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers getting turned down by Juwan Howard is becoming something of a tradition. Anthony offers up an interesting report and explains why it isn't all that surprising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Christian says goodbye -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:19:36 -0000

In their final show together, Christian and Jacob talked about Game 2 of the NBA Finals and the nuances of the Lakers' coaching search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Doc Rivers was never really considered for Lakers job -- The Hook

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 20:16:54 -0000

The guys continue their conversation on the journalism around the Lakers' coaching search, then dive into game one of the finals. They're both pretty nervous that Boston can actually do this thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers officially announce Darvin Ham as head coach -- The Hook

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 20:05:50 -0000

The Lakers finally officially announced their new head coach. Anthony and Aaron break down the process the led to this point and the reports surrounding it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why the Lakers might be waiting on announcing Darvin Ham -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Once the Lakers formally announce Darvin Ham, they'll have to introduce him in a presser. Pressers often have tough questions. Anthony doesn't think the Lakers want to answer those questions quite yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How the Lakers can help Darvin Ham succeed in ways they haven't with THT -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 21:11:15 -0000

The Lakers failed Talen Horton-Tucker last season. As they embark on this next season with a first-time head coach, they'll need to set Darvin Ham up for success, and Russell Westbrook is antithetical to just that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What's the holdup on announcing Darvin Ham? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 20:34:28 -0000

Anthony was able to announce his replacement for Harrison before the Lakers were able to announce a coach they reportedly hired a week ago. What gives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would the Lakers really keep Russell Westbrook? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 02:01:55 -0000

The Lakers are dropping more and more public hints about potentially retaining Russell Westbrook for the 2022-23 season, and Sabreena and Raj are not having it. They get into the team's public posturing about Westbrook and also wonder why the Lakers haven't yet introduced Darvin Ham as their head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Buck Foston (Pt. 2) -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 31 May 2022 22:09:53 -0000

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Buck Foston (Pt. 1) -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 31 May 2022 21:30:44 -0000

This shouldn't require an explanation but here we are. No, it is not ok to root for the Celtics over the Warriors. Flat out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rules to follow to put Darvin Ham in position to succeed -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 31 May 2022 13:51:20 -0000

Anthony lays out some rules the Lakers will need to follow if Darvin Ham is going to succeed as their next head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers make the right call in hiring Darvin Ham -- Can U Dig It

Sun, 29 May 2022 22:47:00 -0000

In a special holiday weekend episode, Christian and Jacob react to the Lakers hiring Darvin Ham after their extensive coaching search and discuss potential assistant coach options ranging from Steve Clifford and Kenny Atkinson to Phil Handy and James Borrego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers hire Darvin Ham as head coach -- Lakers Lowdown

Sat, 28 May 2022 01:14:19 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers hiring Darvin Ham as their head coach, the contract they gave him, who he might hire as his assistants, and (perhaps most importantly) that they didn't hire Doc Rivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How should Lakers fans feel about Warriors-Celtics? -- The Hook

Fri, 27 May 2022 19:26:37 -0000

The guys discuss the kind of weird relationship Lakers fans have with the Warriors and Steph Curry specifically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A reluctant finals preview -- The Hook

Fri, 27 May 2022 19:20:19 -0000

Anthony and Aaron give their thoughts on the Warriors beating the Mavericks. Can the Heat come back against the Celtics? Why are any Lakers fans torn between rooting for the Warriors or Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers execute a Warriors-esque turnaround? — I Love Basketball

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:42:38 -0000

The Lakers have gone from the lottery to a championship in one season in the recent past, and the Warriors look poised to make that same turnaround this year. So what can the Lakers learn from how the Warriors have gotten back to this point? Sabreena and Raj try to figure out if the Lakers can still follow that path. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Terry Stotts gets a second interview -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 26 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on why Terry Stotts' name came up the way it did. He then got some stuff off his chest pertaining to the events from this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would you trade Russell Westbrook for Kyrie Irving? -- Lakers Lounge

Wed, 25 May 2022 22:15:32 -0000

Given the reported friction between the Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving, Anthony wonder if there's a way for the Lakers to benefit from that situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why haven't the Lakers hired a head coach yet? -- Lakers Lounge

Wed, 25 May 2022 22:08:42 -0000

The Lakers have a trio of head coaches they really like. There's no reason not to hire one of them at this point yet they're dragging their feet and might miss out on at least one of them. Sound familiar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Zach Lavine to the Lakers? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 25 May 2022 00:46:14 -0000

After being interviewed by TMZ about his love of the Lakers the Zach LAvine rumors started flying. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss how the Lakers can acquire Lavine this offseason and more importantly if it's even worth trying to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can you win a championship with Russell Westbrook? (Pt. 2) -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 24 May 2022 21:25:50 -0000

Anthony and Aaron opened up the discussion to listeners and had a fun basketball conversation about how to make Russ work for the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can you win a championship with Russell Westbrook? (Pt. 1) -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 24 May 2022 21:17:46 -0000

Anthony and Aaron debate what a team with Russell Westbrook on it is capable of heading into next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Magic Johnson has thoughts on Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 24 May 2022 04:43:41 -0000

Magic Johnson says the Lakers just need to find the right coach to get Russell Westbrook to buy in. Anthony... disagrees. Also, the Lakers might reportedly be waiting for Doc Rivers still. Anthony has a theory on that as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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If Westbrook comes back, then what? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:49:36 -0000

On today's show, Christian and Jacob talk about the finalists for the Lakers' coaching job and how much Russell Westbrook really matters in their search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the NBA limit the number of blowouts threes have created? -- The Hook

Fri, 20 May 2022 18:52:21 -0000

Aaron and Anthony continue the discussion about the number of blowouts in these playoffs and whether the fundamental issue at hand (threes) can be fixed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Harrison says ... goodbye? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 20 May 2022 03:54:05 -0000

Anthony and Harrison fix basketball and then Harrison announces he's... leaving? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Harrison gets caught up on what he's missed since his promotion -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 20 May 2022 03:49:57 -0000

As per usual, Anthony is the prepared one for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Yet another report the Lakers might actually bring back Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 19 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Is this yet another attempt at regaining some leverage? Will it ever stop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers learn from the team build of the Mavericks? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 19 May 2022 06:04:09 -0000

Raj's adopted team for the playoffs (Dallas) is still alive, and he's joined by special guest Aaron Larsuel — who's repping the Warriors — to talk Western Conference Finals and what the Lakers can learn from this Mavericks run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What the Lakers need to learn from the Heat, Pat Riley -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 18 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers sending the No. 8 pick to New Orleans, then gives his thoughts after watching the Miami Heat beat the Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kirk Henderson on Jason Kidd's growth as a coach -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 17 May 2022 20:22:23 -0000

Anthony was joined by his good friend Kirk to discuss this crazy Mavericks run and how Jason Kidd's growth has been such a big part of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers asking coaching candidates how they'd use Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 17 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a report that makes him a little nervous given a few factors, then says something that sounds ridiculous but is very true the more you think about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is Russell Westbrook staying in L.A. after all? Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 17 May 2022 00:37:00 -0000

A report from The Athletic said that head coach candidates have been asked how they would utilize Russell Westbrook with the Lakers. Is this a sign that he's staying or just due diligence? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss in the latest Talk-O Tuesday... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Game 7s are fun; coaching searches are not -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:10:21 -0000

On today's show, Christian and Jacob recap the pair of Game 7s that were played on Sunday and give the latest updates on the Lakers' coaching search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers tweaking their approach to coaching search -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to a report about the Lakers' coaching search and how it might be different now given the available candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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DOC RIVERS STAYING IN PHILLY LET'S GOOOOOO -- The Hook

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:52:20 -0000

As a lifelong Philadelphia 76ers fan, Anthony reacted to Daryl Morey saying Doc Rivers is staying in Philly. He's pumped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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An honest evaluation of Doc Rivers -- The Hook

Fri, 13 May 2022 19:45:35 -0000

As they awaited quotes from Doc Rivers and Daryl Morey on Rivers' future in Philly, the guys evaluated the Sixers head coach. He might not want to listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hiring Doc Rivers would be the Russell Westbrook mistake all over again -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Doc Rivers holds a reputation for past success that doesn't match how he's regarded and refuses to adapt to the league around him. Sound familiar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Has the Lakers reputation taken a serious hit under Jeanie Buss? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 12 May 2022 20:56:31 -0000

The guys update you on the latest buzz surrounding the Lakers' head coaching search and how Quin Snyder's lack of interest shows where the Lakers reputation currently resides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony and Harrison kinda/sorta believe Bill Plaschke...? -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 12 May 2022 20:48:56 -0000

Anthony and Harrison explain why they're buying Bill Plaschke's self-described unfounded "report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What a weird few days for Lakers fans -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 12 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps one of the weirder news cycles he's seen in, well, maybe a week or so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Who has the final say on Lakers basketball decisions? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 12 May 2022 05:11:00 -0000

Jeanie Buss's extended sit-down with Bill Plaschke — and Plaschke's subsequent follow-up interview with Doug Gottlieb — left Raj and Sabreena with more questions than answers. Chief among them is the actual structure of the Lakers basketball operations: who is in the room and who has final say? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeanie confirms Magic Johnson is back, kinda: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:29:01 -0000

In a conversation with LA Times Jeanie Buss confirmed all reports of who is helping her in her decision making this offseason. Kurt and Linda Rambis, Rob Pelinka, Phil Jackson, LeBron James/Klutch and Magic Johnson are all serving as her advisor. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla give their thoughts on the revelations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is it time to recalibrate expectations know the Lakers' spending limits? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 10 May 2022 21:40:21 -0000

The Lakers have lower spending limits than their competition. Should they? And does that mean fans should expect less of the organization? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeanie Buss speaks of accountability... with no real accountability -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 10 May 2022 21:31:59 -0000

Jeanie Buss gave an interview and while she technically said stuff, it all felt like empty words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sopan Deb on "Winning Time," MVP race reaction -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 09 May 2022 19:04:52 -0000

Sopan Deb of The New York Times joined Anthony to discuss "Winning Time" and how its first season reflected some trends in what's expected of journalism. They also laughed at the MVP conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How the Kings' coaching situation affects the Lakers -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:58:45 -0000

On today's show, Christian and Jacob react to the news that Mike Brown is the new head coach of the Kings and tie it back to the Lakers' own coaching search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should Lakers fans trust this front office, Jeanie Buss? -- The Hook

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:58:47 -0000

The guys give their thoughts on Luka Doncic getting picked on, then turn their attention to the Lakers and a poll that doesn't reflect very well on Jeanie Buss and the rest of the front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What would you be comfortable paying James Harden? -- The Hook

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:53:08 -0000

Anthony and Aaron have enjoyed round two so far -- well, half of it. They discuss the impending decision the Sixers have on James Harden and, woof. Anthony also gives some spoiler-free thoughts on Dr. Strange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers blame Frank Vogel for Russell Westbrook failures -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 06 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to reports that Phil Jackson's return to the organization isn't sitting well with Rich Paul, then jumps into some within the organization's analysis of Frank Vogel's impact on Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mysterious powerful person not happy Phil Jackson is back -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 05 May 2022 18:52:21 -0000

It's Rich Paul. Rich Paul is not happy that Phil Jackson is back helping the Lakers find a new coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Taking a closer look at first-time head coach candidates -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 05 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony goes over a handful of head coaching candidates you might not have heard much about if at all that have, to this point, been tied to the Lakers' coaching search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which Lakers could hang in a second-round series? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 05 May 2022 06:11:04 -0000

Sabreena and Raj are back, having a delightful time watching good teams who care about playing winning basketball. That leads them to consider which Lakers could actually get on the floor for a second-round series. They also share some thoughts on the Lakers head coaching search and get excited for the L.A. Sparks, whose season begins this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Phil Jackson's return highlights Lakers' lack of diversity -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 04 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to reports that Phil Jackson will once again be consulting the Lakers in their head coaching search and points to a pretty stark lack of organization diversity throughout the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In Phil Jackson we trust? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 04 May 2022 00:27:17 -0000

ESPN reports Phil Jackson is advising Jeanie Buss in the Lakers search for a new head coach. Is this a good or bad thing? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that plus they update the latest on all the head coaching rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook for... an old friend? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 03 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

D'Angelo Russell might be on the trading block so Anthony offered up a fun trade scenario. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Michael Sykes on the failed Kobe Bryant, Mambacita shoe release -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 02 May 2022 20:11:11 -0000

Anthony welcomed Michael Sykes of For The Win to discuss Nike's latest shoe release blunder and whether shoe culture can ever return back to what it should've been all along. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers track record since Jerry Buss shows importance of ownership -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 02 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony watched some incredible playoff crowds and they made him jealous. It's time for the Buss kids to start living up to their dad's legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Have the NBA Playoffs affected the Lakers' coaching search? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 02 May 2022 02:09:26 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob discuss the latest on the Lakers' search for a head coach and what affect, if any, the first round of the NBA Playoffs had on their list of candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Will Quin Snyder, Nick Nurse be available to the Lakers? -- The Hook

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 19:10:05 -0000

A couple potential candidates' seasons just ended, so Anthony and Aaron take a look at their situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Chris Paul reminds everyone why he's so great, but also so frustrating -- The Hook

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:57:08 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to Chris Paul's perfect(ly Chris Paul) game, then Anthony explains the epiphany he had about Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers offseason prediction bingo part two -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 23:08:46 -0000

Anthony and Harrison continue to predict how the offseason is going to go, just in very different ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers offseason prediction bingo part one -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:52:09 -0000

In part one, the guys make some predictions they're pretty sure will come true as the offseason unfolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers part ways with long-time trainer Judy Seto -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers and long-time trainer Judy Seto have parted ways. Anthony details what this means for the organization as well as an inherent message he finds interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dan Woike on the biggest questions facing the Lakers this summer -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Dan Woike of the L.A. Times joined Anthony to discuss what this year was like covering the Lakers, his favorite moments, where things went wrong, and how likely it is they'll figure it out this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What to make of the whole Ben Simmons situation -- AI Show Live

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 20:49:52 -0000

Anthony and Aaron give their thoughts on Ben Simmons not only not playing, but not even showing up for playoff games and the reaction around the league to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Have the playoffs affected how head coach candidates are perceived? -- AI Show Live

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 20:38:25 -0000

Anthony and Aaron discuss the latest on the Lakers' head coaching search and how aware they are of fans' frustrations, then dip their toe in the Ben Simmons conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What comes next after Lakers, Nets hilarious flameouts? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:15:50 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Nets getting swept and thus matching the Lakers for total playoff wins this year. What does this mean given the way both organizations were run this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Trade options emerge for Russell Westbrook: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:52:00 -0000

As the offseason continues for the Lakers, more reports and rumors emerge for Russell Westbrook trade options. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the options from Indiana and Charlotte. Plus Regla reviews the season for DJ Agustin as part of Silver Screen and Roll's end of season reviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers know they have to nail head coaching hire -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Not much to report on the Lakers coaching search front but around the league, we're starting to see teams position themselves for the best candidate. Anthony details the context around the Lakers trying to find Frank Vogel's replacement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Pacers a realistic Russell Westbrook destination? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:15:00 -0000

On today's show, Christian and Jacob are joined by James Boyd of the Indy Star to discuss the Pacers as a potential Russell Westbrook destination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which injuries or returns will impact these playoffs most? -- The Hook

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:08:02 -0000

It's been a fascinating postseason already and it'll only evolve as teams either get or lose important players. How might those absences or returns affect the title picture? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Winning Time thoughts; What's up with Karl-Anthony Towns? -- The Hook

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:03:12 -0000

Anthony and Aaron have a lot of thoughts about the playoffs thus far, but the Showtime Lakers forced their hand and they had to discuss Winning Time first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The AD trade was unquestionably a win, but... -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 22:29:42 -0000

Of course Lakers fans shouldn't want to redo the Anthony Davis trade, but having seen a good group of young players grow, it's also natural to wonder how things might've gone with them instead. And that's ok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The definitive Anthony Davis trade conversation -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 22:09:56 -0000

With Brandon Ingram playing well, some have started to relitigate the Anthony Davis trade. Anthony and Harrison have heard enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jerry West offer up free advertising for "Winning Time" -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Subjects of HBO's "Winning Time" keep complaining about the show and in doing so, are probably really helping the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How much catching up can the Lakers do this offseason? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 05:21:56 -0000

The playoffs are here, and Raj and Sabreena are once again having a delightful time watching (well, listening to) basketball, even if it doesn't involve the Lakers. But in their tour through the current playoff series, particularly those in the West, the two of arrive at an important question: is one offseason enough for the Lakers to catch up with the teams that are still alive? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What up with LeBron James' contract extension? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

LeBron James is up for an extension. He apparently hasn't spoken to his team about it but Rob Pelinka felt confident that James wants to be around "long-term." Anthony analyzes the situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Watching the playoffs as a Lakers fan: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 01:07:00 -0000

With the Lakers out of the playoffs Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss who they're keeping an eye on across the league. Like Nick Nurse and the Raptors and Quin Snyder on the Jazz. If they have early exits does that mean they could land in L.A. as their next head coach? Plus is singing LeBron James to an extension the best option for the Lakers? They discuss that and more on this week's Talk-O Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers reportedly disinterested in Gordon Hayward for Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are reportedly balking at Gordon Hayward as the centerpiece of a Russell Westbrook trade. Anthony has thoughts. Lots of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What was this season like for a Russell Westbrook fan? -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:20:41 -0000

Anthony is joined by the biggest Russell Westbrook fan he knows, Phillip Barnett, to discuss what this season was like for him as both a Russ and Lakers fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Latest on Lakers head coaching search -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the latest on the growing list of Lakers head coaching candidates. Then, apparently, some close to the Lakers situation are apparently concerned about their ability to spend. Still. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers build a roster to compete in the West? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:57:29 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob discuss all of the NBA Playoff action and why the level of competition should concern Lakers fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should teams ditch the Big Three approach? -- The Hook

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 20:23:20 -0000

Anthony and Aaron look at team building with stars. Is less actually more when it comes to superstars? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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NBA Play-In games have been a wild success -- The Hook

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 20:13:43 -0000

Anthony and Aaron respond to news that Paul George would miss tonight's Clippers play-in game. Despite some hiccups here and there, the end-of-season tournament has been great, both guys say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is there a scenario where it makes sense NOT to trade Russell Westbrook? -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up the other side of what to this point has been a pretty onesided conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook trade scenarios explanation part 2 -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 23:03:25 -0000

Anthony and Harrison wrap up their discussion Russell Westbrook, the trade asset, by figuring out how moving him could help the Lakers better compete next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook trade scenarios explanation part 1 -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 22:56:22 -0000

Anthony and Harrison explain why another team would trade *for* Russell Westbrook and, well, mostly because Michael Jordan the basketball owner is cheap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Were the Lakers better than any of the play-in teams? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 06:25:56 -0000

It's hard watching the NBA season go on without the Lakers, but Raj and Sabreena really do love basketball, so they give their thoughts on the play-in games, who they're picking in Friday's matchups, and whether all these teams were actually better than the Lakers. They also dive into some Russell Westbrook fake trades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Wolves remind Lakers fan what it's like to see a team care -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony enjoyed the games last night and especially the enjoyment Minnesota showed in winning their play-in. Considering how little the Lakers seemed to care about anything this season, that was a nice change of pace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron "enthused" by the idea of hiring Mark Jackson: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 02:10:00 -0000

Mark Jackson is the odds on favorite to be the next Head Coach of the Lakers and reports say LeBron James is "enthused" by the idea. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla talk about all the names listed as the next possible coach of Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook's quote perfectly explain why it's hard to win with him now -- Anthony Irwin Live

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 22:15:01 -0000

Anthony hopped on Twitter Spaces to get everyone's thoughts on Russell Westbrook, potential Russ trades, and the current list of coaches linked to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers coaching search rumors are officially underway -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony offers up some of the names currently tied to the Lakers and how feels about each of them, as well as how the fallout from their handling of Frank Vogel might affect their ability to land their preferred replacement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook ends his Lakers tenure perfectly -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 03:19:54 -0000

Anthony and Harrison take a closer look at Russell Westbrook's exit interview and how it perfectly encapsulated his time as a Laker. They also discuss LeBron's comments and some macro takeaways from the day's interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rob Pelinka doesn't want to point fingers as he points a finger -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 03:09:43 -0000

Anthony is joined by Harrison to analyze Lakers exit interviews, laugh at the last 24 hours or so, and dive into what to take from a noticeably combative Rob Pelinka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers fire Frank Vogel seconds after the season ends -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Frank Vogel will apparently be fired by the time you're listening to this. Anthony reacts to how it went down, as well has how he'll remember Vogel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are firing Frank Vogel ... then what? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:45:12 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob react to the news that the Lakers are planning to fire Frank Vogel on Monday and predict what the next few months could be like for the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Does a Russell Westbrook-Hornets trade make sense for both sides? -- The Hook

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:35:02 -0000

Anthony and Aaron break down a new potential trade partner for the Lakers if and when they move on from Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do leaks from Lakers make them look to other stars? -- The Hook

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:26:29 -0000

Anthony and Aaron go over the most recent cycle of rumors coming from a Lakers organization clearly more interested with assigning or passing blame than fixing the issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose, Talen Horton-Tucker shows out -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony enjoyed Talen Horton-Tucker's game and wonders what might've been for his season had the Lakers not traded for Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony explains the latest tweets he sent that made people angry -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:02:03 -0000

The guys wrap up their blamelessness conversation and then dive into the topic you're really here for: Why Anthony is so bad at Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which Lakers are actually blameless for this season? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 03:55:19 -0000

Anthony and Harrison try to figure out who from the Lakers are actually blameless for this disaster of a season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Blame game starts with no real change coming -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Almost nothing went right for the Lakers and their response appears to be finger pointing. Fantastic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are there any good memories of the 2021-22 Lakers? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:28:51 -0000

The 2021-22 Lakers were a spectacular failure, and there will be plenty of time to assign blame and figure out how to move forward. For now, Sabreena and Raj decide to focus on the high notes — however limited they were — from this season, one player at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers officially eliminated from play in: Talk- O Tuesday

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:23:00 -0000

After their loss to the hPhoenix Suns the Lakers are officially eliminated from the play in tournament. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla talk about the disappointing end to a disappointing season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fans give their thoughts on Magic Johnson's comments -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 21:30:36 -0000

Anthony hopped on Spaces to hear what fans have to say about Magic Johnson taking every opportunity to dump on the franchise he ditched. Aaron Larsuel had some especially pointed thoughts. Also, some discussion on the initial names linked to the Lakers' coaching gig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Not now, Magic -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Magic Johnson offered up an interesting hypothetical that might be somewhat based in truth but also ignores how the NBA cap works. Anthony doesn't want to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jovan Buha on whether the Lakers learn from the Russell Westbrook mistake -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 20:28:12 -0000

The summer of 2021 will live on in infamy with Lakers fans as arguably the most disastrous offseasons ever. Jovan Buha joined Anthony to discuss whether they think the Lakers have learned from any of those mistakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers can't play the what-if game -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the Lakers moving to the precipice of playoff elimination, and to some quotes following the latest loss. Anthony Davis might not want to listen to this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis, Lakers are limping to the finish line -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 00:25:31 -0000

On Sunday, a hobbled Anthony Davis did all he could but the Lakers fell to the Nuggets as their play-in game hopes took another huge hit over the weekend. with a pair of losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What to expect with LeBron James, Anthony Davis returning -- The Hook

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 18:45:52 -0000

Aaron and Anthony can't help but give their thoughts on "The Slap." From there, they jump into what they expect to see from LeBron and AD. They wrap on their tiers of championship contenders, and Aaron got reckless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose to Utah but LeBron James, Anthony Davis could return Friday -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis and LeBron James are returning to the Lakers with basically no margin for error. Anthony explains what the loss to Utah means as the season winds down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The definitive Rob Pelinka conversation -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:07:08 -0000

Anthony and Harrison have what should be the final conversation about the Lakers front office for the rest of time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Reasons to still kind of believe in the Lakers -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony flips the script and gives reasons to maybe believe in the Lakers having a respectable end to this miserable season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is it worth it for Anthony Davis to return this season? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 01:47:38 -0000

The Lakers' current run of play has left Raj and Sabreena with a lot of questions for the final seven games of the regular season. They attempt to answer a few of them on this week's show, including what the Lakers are trying to accomplish on defense, how AD's return will make a difference, and if the team will actually make the play-in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kendrick Nunn is reportedly out for the year -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony takes issue with how the Lakers handled Kendrick Nunn this season. It was known widely enough he likely wouldn't play, so why not plan accordingly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jake Madison on where Anthony Davis goes from here -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 01:31:38 -0000

The Lakers gave up a big lead in brutal fashion in New Orleans and are destined to play there again if they make the play-in. Anthony speaks to Jake Madison of Locked On Pelicans on the season Anthony Davis has had and where he goes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Do Lakers fans want to see the Lakers make the play-in? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:58:44 -0000

Given the Lakers are now at serious risk of not making the play-in games, we spoke to some fans about whether they're ready to see this season end already. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis practiced! He and LeBron James likely won't play against Dallas -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony Davis finally fully practiced, but it sounds like neither he or LeBron James will be good to go tonight. Anthony also reads from Eric Pincus' article detailing all the mistakes this front office has made the last few seasons. There are plenty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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AD practices for first time; LeBron doubtful vs Mavs: Talk-O Tuesday

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:39 -0000

Anthony Davis returned to practice for the first time since his injury but both he and LeBron James are doubtful to play vs the Mavericks on Tuesday. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla talk about the latest with the Lakers and they talk about if they think the Lakers can beat out the Spurs for the final spot in the play in tournament, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers fart away "must-win" -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are running out of time by their own admission and Anthony is running out of things to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are what they are -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 02:39:48 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Harrison recap the Lakers' loss to the Pelicans, which would be a new low point if there weren't so many. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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"Shut up, Devin" -- The Hook

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 20:23:38 -0000

This week. Anthony and Aaron discuss Devin Booker's proclivity for whining. Then, they get into some of the recent player/fan interactions and what needs to be done about them. Finally, they look at the "race" to the Western Conference 10-spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Quin Snyder becomes the first head coach linked to the Lakers -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on Quin Snyder, the first coach now linked to the Lakers whenever they fire Frank Vogel. Is he better than the coach he'd replace? What would need to happen to bring him over? How is hit fit with an aging LeBron James? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Howard Beck on whether the Lakers can win fans back -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:25:38 -0000

Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated comes back to discuss how frustrating this season has been and why fans turned on these Lakers the way they did. He also explained how the rest of the league is looking at the Lakers now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers have cared recently, fans have started to notice -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers fought hard and, despite losing to a healthier Philly team, Anthony's takeaway was how fans responded to a Lakers team that finally looks like it cares. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is it too late in the season for moral victories? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 06:55:30 -0000

The Lakers played their fourth consecutive game of competent basketball, even if it ended in a loss, so Raj and Sabreena are eager to talk about the positives of this recent streak, namely the play of Russell Westbrook and Wenyen Gabriel. They also discuss what the Lakers rotation should look like for the last nine games and if this stretch should give fans any optimism about the team's postseason chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Frank Vogel wants the Lakers to focus on the little things -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts with a clip from his conversation with Spencer Garrett (Chick Hearn on "Winning Time"). From there, he dives into a quote from Frank Vogel about one of the toughest challenges the Lakers have consistently battled this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Spencer Garret (aka Chick Hearn on Winning Time) on playing a legend -- Anthony Irwin Show

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 19:10:21 -0000

Anthony welcomes Spencer Garrett, who is playing Chick Hearn on HBO's "Winning Time." Garrett takes us into preparing for the role, what's gone into some of the choices made thus far, and his favorite parts of this show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Are the Lakers showing signs of progress? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The Lakers appear interested in giving fans a reason to be hopeful. Anthony discusses what those are and whether he believes in them. He wraps with a couple thoughts on "Winning Time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron triple double leads Lakers to win over Cavs: Talk- Tuesday

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 02:04:00 -0000

The Lakers beat the Cavs 131-120 and LeBron James recorded a triple double to give the Lakers their 2nd win in their last 3 games. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the game and just how different the team has looked the last 3 games simply by trying! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Were the Lakers just unlucky? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 06:16:30 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob talk about the Lakers' luck or lack thereof, and the impact it's had on their season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which former Lakers do you miss the most? — I Love Basketball

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 03:18:44 -0000

Sabreena and Raj really want to enjoy Lakers basketball, but the present iteration isn't getting the job done, so the pair drafts their favorite Lakers who left in 2020 and 2021 who they would want to see on this current team. They also get into yet another dispiriting loss to Minnesota, a general lack of pride on the roster, and whether fans have actually given up on this year's squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Patrick Beverley gets the last laugh with Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to Patrick Beverley clowning Russell Westbrook throughout yet another non-competitive loss and points out how interesting it's been to see the league react to Westbrook's decline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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When might the Lakers consider shutting down LeBron James and Anthony Davis? -- Lakers Lounge

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 21:09:19 -0000

Anthony and Harrison start by discussing DeMar DeRozan continuing to come up as one of the Lakers' options last year and why it feels a little disingenuous. Then, they figure out if or when the Lakers might think about asking LeBron James and Anthony Davis to pack it in for the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The case against keeping Malik Monk next season -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

As much as it pains Anthony to think this way about maybe his favorite player this season, given what the Lakers need to accomplish this summer, it might not make sense to retain Malik Monk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is this your least favorite Lakers team of all time? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 02:13:00 -0000

There has been so many bad Laker teams especially in the last decade plus but is this your least favorite? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss that on the latest edition of Talk-O Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers should try to lock in Wenyen Gabriel for next season -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to the latest blowout loss, tries to forecast whether the Lakers will make the play-in, and explains why he thinks the Lakers should retain Wenyen Gabriel for the rest of this season and maybe a little longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Special Triangle Episode: Anthony, Aaron and Harrison on... everything -- The Hook

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:25:07 -0000

Anthony is joined by Harrison and Aaron for a special episode The Hook, in which they talk about potential organizational shifts after this disaster of a season, whether the Lakers can have a good enough offseason to return to championship contention and Anthony being bad a fatherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers leave us all feeling pretty apathetic despite postgame quotes -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Another night, another blowout loss. Anthony reacts as he notices a pretty tangible shift in his attitude toward this team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are good TV ... sort of -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 05:53:18 -0000

On today's episode, Christian and Jacob recap the Lakers' embarrassing loss to the Suns, which wasn't nearly as entertaining as Episode 2 of "Winning Time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do you define days of the week? -- The Hook

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:37:07 -0000

Anthony and Aaron start the show by arguing over how they refer to future days/weekends and Aaron is wrong. From there, they jump into the Nets and Warriors' big wins the night before. They wrap on Aaron's experiences with Jerry West and one of Anthony favorite stories from selling suits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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James Worthy rips Lakers, Carmelo Anthony agrees; Kuz and KCP on their time in LA -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

After the Lakers lost to Houston, James Worthy had enough. He said what was on all our minds and, interestingly enough, Carmelo Anthony agreed. Anthony discusses that and Kyle Kuzma and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope's comments on their time as Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How "Winning Time" helps explain Jeanie Buss' familial approach -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:07:19 -0000

Following a great conversation with Jeff Pearlman, Anthony and Harrison dive into how it paints a picture of how the Lakers operate and how they arrived at this place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jeff Pearlman on 'Winning Time,' Jerry West, current Lakers situation -- Lakers Lounge

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:01:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison are joined by Jeff Pearlman, whose "Showtime" book was adapted into "Winning Time." He talks about Jerry West's characterization, the Linda Rambis-Jeanie Buss relationship, Klutch and the Lakers, his Jets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Don't piss off the sports gods -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Another night, another embarrassing low-point on the season. The worst part is no one with the Lakers really seems to care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do the Lakers keep getting worse? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:03:38 -0000

The Lakers — stop me if you've heard this before — hit a new low in an embarrassing overtime loss to the Houston Rockets. Sabreena and Raj outline all of the ways the Lakers disappointed them and debate whether the team should still be favored to make the play-in at the end of the regular season. They then move on to some more pleasant topics and preview the Wizards game on Friday, specifically what moments Sabreena and Raj hope to see in Kuz and KCP's tribute videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Some Lakers employees don't know what exactly Linda Rambis does -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony gives his thoughts on Linda Rambis' hugely ambiguous role on the Lakers. At some point they're going to have to be run like the multi-billion-dollar company that they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Should the Lakers shut Russell Westbrook down for the season? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:16:00 -0000

Russell Westbrook is struggling on and off the court, what should the Lakers do with the former All Star? Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the latest drama with Westbrook and they give an update on LeBron James knee injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fans given their thoughts on Russell Westbrook situation -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 21:55:40 -0000

Anthony welcomed several Lakers fans on in an open forum to discuss Russell Westbrook, fans, expectations, and how to respond when they aren't met. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Russell Westbrook opens up about the emotional toll of this season -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:50:26 -0000

The Lakers lost again, but the story of the night came from Russell Westbrook after the game, as he was incredibly honest about how wearing this season has been for him and his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Do the Spurs even want to catch the Lakers for the 10 spot? -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:56:07 -0000

The Lakers might get into the play-in games not because they win enough, but because the teams behind them just aren't interested in making them. Anthony welcome Noah Magaro-George to find out if leapfrogging the Lakers at all interests the Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers beat Warriors despite Russell Westbrook rumor cycle -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers got a HUGE win over the weekend. Anthony gives his thoughts about the game specifically, as well as the rumors surrounding it. He also has some thoughts about "Winning Time," Jerry West, fit and talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Harrison disagrees with Anthony about Frank Vogel -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 21:39:17 -0000

After Anthony announced yesterday that he thinks it's time to let Frank Vogel go, Harrison decided it was time to take stand and defend the coach thought it was smart to start DeAndre Jordan for a quarter of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It's time to fire Frank Vogel -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:47:01 -0000

Anthony makes the case for letting Frank Vogel go, even acknowledging he isn't the most culpable in the situation arriving here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What will the title picture look like moving forward? -- The Hook

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:37:32 -0000

Anthony and Aaron start by discussing how or if the people who put the Lakers in this situation will be held accountable. Then, they look at the rest of the league to figure out if the Lakers can catch back up this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers, Russell Westbrook have mutual interest in parting ways this summer -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony reacts to some rumors making their way across the league regarding the future of the Lakers after this abysmal season. Rob Pelinka's future is especially interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can these Lakers build anything for next season? — I Love Basketball

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:56:07 -0000

In this week’s episode of “I Love Basketball”, Raj is joined by guest host Aaron to discuss if there is a point coming when the Lakers should shut down the stars for the season and build something toward next year. Plus, they get into the Jake Fischer article and the collaborative nature of the front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are going to miss the play-in, aren't they -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 03:09:39 -0000

Anthony reacts to another loss, this time to the potentially hungover Dallas Mavericks. He comments on the Lakers ignoring their identity, and gives his prediction on how this season is going to play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers comeback falls short vs Mavs: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:14:00 -0000

The Lakers showed signs of life against the MAvericks but ultimately fall short as they struggled to score in the 4th quarter. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the loss, what positives they took away and what lingering issues they hope the Lakers can fix quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Discussing DJ Augustin, Wenyen Gabriel additions, DeAndre Jordan's departure -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 22:37:40 -0000

Anthony was joined by a slew of guests (including an old friend) to discuss the latest additions and subtraction from the Lakers roster. How do they fit? What does this mean moving forward? Did DeAndre Jordan almost hitting Rich Paul with a bad pass lead to his departure? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: The Lakers have (finally) waived DeAndre Jordan -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 02:26:06 -0000

The Lakers finally made a personnel move. Anthony discusses them waiving DeAndre Jordan and picking up D.J. Augustin and Wenyen Gabriel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What can the Lakers learn from Mavericks trading Kristaps Porzingis? -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 19:33:28 -0000

Anthony talks to Kirk Henderson of Mavs Moneyball to discuss the season Jason Kidd has had as a coach, the Kristaps Porzingis trade and its effects on the team, and preview Tuesday night's matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers send a giant middle finger with piss-poor effort -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers have clearly quit. So should fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are stuck in the mud -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 07:53:11 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob discuss where the Lakers are after another low point in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ranking the five teams most likely to win a championship -- The Hook

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:18:35 -0000

Aaron and Anthony start with some thoughts on Love Is Blind, because of course. They then jump into the buyout market -- or lack thereof. They wrap by giving the top five teams they think can win a championship this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why fans could be optimistic about Lakers after a wild all star break -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers, in their own weird way, admitted to making mistakes last summer. Anthony explains why, after thinking a little more about it, this made him somewhat more optimistic moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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NFTweets! -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 00:27:38 -0000

It's been quite a news cycle. Anthony and Harrison discuss how much it actually matters, then set expectations for the remainder of this season. To wrap, they introduce a brand new segment, in which Harrison tells Anthony why his tweet sucked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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So, where are the buyouts? -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

With the trade deadline coming and going and the Lakers' roster being just as depressing, the hope was some help might be coming via buyouts. Except... They haven't. Anthony explains why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Celebrating LeBron James – I Love Basketball

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:33:43 -0000

It's safe to say the relationship between LeBron James and the Lakers isn't exactly at its zenith right now, but recent noise has clouded much of the greatness LeBron has exhibited since he started donning the purple and gold. In this week's episode of "I Love Basketball", Sabreena and Raj decide to take a step back and celebrate LeBron instead by recounting their top five LeBron Lakers moments to date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers must prioritize youth, growth moving forward this season -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

As much attention as has been spent on the Klutch-Pelinka dynamic, the Lakers still have a second half of the season to take care of. Anthony explains what he's hoping to see in that time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is LeBron or Rob Pelinka leaving this summer? Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:53:00 -0000

The Lakers are heading to a messy offseason and it looks like LeBron James or Rob Pelinka could be on their way out. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla give their thoughts on the drama unfolding in the public. Plus they also take a look at the best lineups the Lakers have while Anthony Davis is out foot with his foot injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Would LeBron James ever ask for a trade from the Lakers? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:11:33 -0000

Anthony is joined by Aaron as well as listeners as they react to everything that went down over the long weekend. They also did something not done much in the last 48 hours: Talk basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron James seems to want Rob Pelinka fired; Can he get his wish? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps and reacts to a wild All Star Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The good and the bad from LeBron James at All-Star Weekend -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 05:22:52 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob recapped LeBron James' All-Star Weekend, which had as many highs for him as it did lows for the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Druglordian -- The Hook

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 20:15:06 -0000

Anthony and Aaron kick off All-Star Weekend in a big way. Aaron doesn't think AD's injury affects this season's trajectory all that much. Anthony agrees but indirectly. They have thoughts on Jayson Tatum's now viral quotes on All NBA Team votes. Then Aaron tells a story that might end the show forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dr. Jen on the differences between a mid-foot sprain and ankle injury -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Dr. Jen stops by to offer what little information she can based on what the Lakers told us about Anthony Davis' mid-foot injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis out at least a month; Can the Lakers bring Russell Westbrook back? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 03:53:09 -0000

Anthony and Harrison react to news dropping Thursday evening about Anthony Davis' injury, then jump into a conversation about whether they could ever be comfortable bringing Russell Westbrook back next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers lose AD, but get HUGE win against fraudulent Jazz -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 06:58:01 -0000

Anthony starts with the news of the day (Anthony Davis' sprained ankle), then enjoys the hell out of a fun win over the Utah Jazz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jorge Sedano on Lakers' relationship with LeBron James -- Anthony Irwin Show

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:47:01 -0000

Jorge Sedano of ESPN joined to discuss the Lakers' trade deadline through the lens of the relationship they have with LeBron James and Klutch Sports. Would James ever demand a trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers might run it back with Russell Westbrook next year? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

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Gaining as much clarity as we can from leaks and counter leaks -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 23:48:05 -0000

In this live episode, Anthony, Aaron and a few Lakers fans gave their thoughts on Magic Johnson returning, trade talks with the Houston Rockets, the title-or-bust mentality, and plenty more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Magic Johnson is back for some reason -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Jeanie Buss reportedly reached out to Magic Johnson back when things were really dire for the Lakers and it just perfectly sums up what ails this organization, as Anthony explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Which Laker is a worthy valentine? — I Love Basketball

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 07:09:38 -0000

It's Valentines Day, so the I Love Basketball crew determines which Lakers are deserving of our affection on this day. Sabreena and Raj also get into the latest rumors surrounding Magic Johnson and Dennis Schröder and what they indicate about the functioning of the Lakers front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers pursuing Goran Dragic; What that might mean for Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Lakers are going to be fighting an uphill battle as they try to convince Goran Dragic to pass up actual playing time on the former champions. Anthony offers up one extreme gamble they could make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Can the Lakers really rely on the buyout market? -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 06:33:16 -0000

On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob recap the Lakers' week, starting with the trade deadline and ending the close contest with the Warriors. They also preview what could await the team in the buyout market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Figuring out the madness that was the trade deadline -- The Hook

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 20:41:14 -0000

Anthony and Aaron react to a wild NBA trade deadline. What comes next for the Lakers? What are their options from here on out? Which teams surprised most at the deadline? How did things feel from inside the Lakers facilities? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What comes next for the Lakers after unproductive trade deadline? -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:08:00 -0000

Anthony and Harrison respond to the Lakers doing nothing, the infamous yet ultimately fake trip to Disneyland Rob Pelinka (didn't) make, and try to figure out what comes next for a seemingly reeling Lakers franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BREAKING: Lakers stand pat at trade deadline -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 23:41:52 -0000

The Lakers didn't have many options and those they had apparently dried up quickly even while half the league was finding deals. Anthony reacts to that and looks ahead to buyout market that represents their last hope at salvaging this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers' loss to Blazers perfectly summarizes abysmal season -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Something's gotta give with this team, and the trade deadline seems like a good time to see what that might look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers hit a new low in Portland — I Love Basketball

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 06:55:15 -0000

The Lakers were given a reprieve from the schedule gods Wednesday, a date against the tanking Trail Blazers and an opportunity to wash away the bad taste of Tuesday's loss to Milwaukee. Instead, the Lakers submitted another contender for worst loss of the season, Sabreena and Raj do their best to find some positive takeaways before giving some predictions for Thursday's trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers get blown out; Russell Westbrook checks out -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

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Russell Westbrook must go! Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:22:00 -0000

The Lakers get blown out by the Bucks, make a comeback but close out the game with Russell Westbrook on the bench again. Afterwards Russ did not hold back on being benched. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla break it down and talk about the upcoming trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How do Kings-Pacers, Blazers-Pelicans trades affect the Lakers? -- AI Show Live

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 22:49:02 -0000

Anthony hopped on spaces to answer questions fro the iTunes mailbag, then discussed how the trades that have already taken place might impact the Lakers' intentions before Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers injury updates; Latest trade rumors -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony walks you through the latest in Lakers injury news, then details a positional trade target you haven't heard about yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What would it take to trade Russell Westbrook? -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:18:39 -0000

Matt Moore of The Action Network stops by to discuss what he's hearing heading into Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline, what he thinks the Lakers will wind up doing, and whether trading Russell Westbrook is on the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Might the Lakers be better off without Russell Westbrook? -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Russell Westbrook had his (latest) worst game of the season and the fans have started turning on him. Is it time to cut bait? Or is there a way to salvage what appears to be arguably the worst trade in Lakers history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How does the Blazers-Clippers trade affect the Lakers (Part Two) -- The Hook

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:51:45 -0000

Right after we recorded part one, Adrian Wojnarowski reported a trade between the Clippers and Blazers. So we reacted to that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Trade deadline predictions; Shaq on Simmons (Part One) -- The Hook

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:26:28 -0000

Anthony and Aaron give their thoughts on Shaq's comments regarding Ben Simmons continuing to sit out, then try to predict how things might go this next week heading into the trade deadline. For this week's story time, Aaron details his experience at Lakers- Clippers last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The epitome of Russell Westbrook -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 14:52:08 -0000

Anthony reacts to another stellar Anthony Davis performance, then explains how the loss was the perfect encapsulation of the Russell Westbrook experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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There's no such thing as moral victories with these Lakers -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 14:47:59 -0000

The Lakers come up just short against the Clippers. While there are certainly positives to point to (Anthony Davis was incredible again), this is not a team we can continue to applaud for being competitive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis is a Los Angeles Laker -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps an ugly win against a similarly shorthanded Trail Blazers team, Anthony Davis looking like he's back in the bubble, Russell Westbrook and Davis maybe getting on the same page, and how shooters are statistically helping the Lakers, even if they aren't hitting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers won, huzzah! — I Love Basketball

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:40:07 -0000

The Lakers finally got back in the win column in what had to have been one of their ugliest wins of the season. But it's still a reason to celebrate. Also reason to celebrate? "I Love Basketball" has a new co-host! Sabreena and Raj (@UnwrittenRul3s) get into all the things they actually liked from the Lakers' victory over Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Is it time to worry about LeBron James' knee? -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The latest on LeBron James' knee doesn't sound great. Anthony gives his thoughts on that, plus whether it impacts what the Lakers should be willing to do at the deadline. He wraps with some input on the Jerry West-Lakers beef and just winds up hoping West finds peace at some point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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LeBron out longer, Lakers have uphill battle to playoffs: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 01:25:00 -0000

LeBron James is out against the Blazers but according to Frank Vogel he has no structural damage to his knee. Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss the latest with his injury plus they discuss whether or not the Lakers should go all in at the trade deadline. And they take a look at the uphill battle the Lakers have to make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What does LeBron James' latest injury mean for Lakers approach to trade deadline? -- Anthony Irwin Show Live

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 22:35:47 -0000

Anthony starts with a couple questions from the iTunes mailbag about Russell Westbrook's free-throws and Luol Deng's contract, then throws to the latest on LeBron James, Jerry West, and the Lakers' trade deadline approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers trade rumors are fairly quiet, but for how long? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates LeBron James' injury situation, then reminds everyone of SSR's newest addition. To wrap, he gives his thoughts on a relatively quiet trade rumors news cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Major announcement; How should the Lakers build around this LeBron James? -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:48:38 -0000

Anthony starts by announcing the latest addition to the SSR Podcast team, Raj Chipalu (@UnwrittenRul3s on Twitter), then they dive into today's topic: Whether the Lakers will have to factor LeBron injuries into their team building from here on out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What the Lakers have to learn from the Rams -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts by recapping another frustrating blown lead. Then, he gives his thoughts given the news cycle surrounding LeBron James' sore knee. Finally, he gives his thoughts on the Rams and their commitment to winning -- one he wishes he'd see from the Lakers moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Lakers are running out of time (and excuses) -- Can U Dig It?

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:17:09 -0000

The Lakers have talked about how good they believe they can be this season, but it's yet to translate to the court. On today's podcast, Christian and Jacob explain why that may be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why the Lakers have been relatively quiet in trade rumor reports -- The Hook

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:13:23 -0000

The guys react to the Lakers' latest injury news, then jump into why they've been noticeably absent in trade reports. Some general thoughts on the trade market lead them down a path nobody will see coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis outplays Joel Embiid as Lakers get blown out -- Lakers Lowdown

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps a great performance from Anthony Davis and tries to figure out how he could've had that night and the Lakers would still be non-competitive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The definitive Anthony Davis conversation -- Lakers Lounge

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:24:03 -0000

Following a stellar performance from Anthony Davis (and a blowout loss), Anthony and Harrison have the only conversation you'll ever need to hear about him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Oh no... Anthony is in a good mood again -- Lakers Lowdown

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Stanley Johnson will be a Lakers not just for the remainder of this season but next year as well. The Lakers also aren't parting with legit assets just to shed Russell Westbrook's salary. All this has Anthony in way too good of a mood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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A moment of competency for the Lakers — I Love Basketball

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 23:46:13 -0000

Sabreena and Anthony have been fairly doom and gloom on the Lakers in recent weeks, betraying the name of this show,. But the love is back! Recent events have caused the two to finally find some optimism, highlighted by the return of Anthony Davis and the reported signing of Stanley Johnson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis is back; Please stop starting Avery Bradley -- Lakers Lowdown

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony recaps Anthony Davis' return to the court, then says it's time for Frank Vogel to move on from Avery Bradley as a starter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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AD returns in Lakers win v Nets: Talk-O Tuesday

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 03:31:00 -0000

Anthony Davis returned after being out 17 games and the Lakers won 106-96. Alex Padilla and Aaron Larsuel recap the win where LeBron continued his 25 game pt scoring streak to 18 games and the Lakers looked impressive with the return of Anthony Davis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Trade deadline buzz, Russell Westbrook finals defends, Stanley Johnson update -- A.I. Show Live

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:48:14 -0000

Anthony hopped on Twitter for the first-ever weekly edition of the Anthony Irwin Show Live. He started with iTunes questions and then spoke to Aaron Larsuel and a captive audience about everything else Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis set to return; Frank Vogel set to stay; Latest Lakers trade rumors -- Lakers Lowdown

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony starts your day with some good injury news, some good coaching news, some interesting rumors, and a little bit of lineup math. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jas Kang on Ben Simmons trade rumors, Daryl Morey's job security -- Anthony Irwin Show

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 21:51:36 -0000

Anthony welcomes an old friend to discuss everything Philadelphia and the circuitous Ben Simmons news cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Anthony Davis nears return; Trevor Ariza might be cooked -- Lakers Lowdown

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Anthony updates the Anthony Davis injury situation (sounds like he's close) and then gives his thoughts on one of his favorite Lakers just not having it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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