Podcast Episodes

Redick, Pelinka Set High Expectations for Christie, Hachimura, Reaves and the Lakers

Episode 2082

There was too much to cover from Wednesday's press conference for one show, so today it remains the core of the conversation. 

From a basketball standpoint, a lot was revealed by JJ Redick about how h…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Pelinka, Redick Discuss Expectations for 2024-25 Lakers. Plus, Jarred Vanderbilt Healthy for Opener?

Episode 2081

Wednesday, the new Lakers season unofficially began - the official kickoff comes Monday with Media Day - with a press conference featuring GM Rob Pelinka and new Lakers coach JJ Redick. 

There was a l…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

JJ Redick Names The Lakers Starting Lineup, Talks LeBron, Anthony Davis and "Jumping the Line."

Episode 2080

Last year, it took Darvin Ham a very, very long time to settle on the starting lineup that Lakers fans—and especially THE LAKERS PLAYERS—wanted to see. 

JJ Redick didn't even make it to training camp …

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

No Lakers Minicamp Scheduled. Is this a Bad Sign for a Strong Start to the Season?

Episode 2079

The Lakers, as everyone knows by now, didn't do much to improve themselves in the offseason. They didn't get worse, but they didn't get any better, either. 

The hope is internal improvement—from playe…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Bruce Brown Jr. Undergoes Knee Surgery. One Less Trade Option for the Lakers.

Episode 2078

It's been a common theme this offseason: The Lakers are stuck from a roster standpoint, and getting unstuck won't be simple. 

The latest illustration of this reality? Even players who are in that seco…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Are Expectations for Austin Reaves This Season Fair? Have the Lakers Set the Bar Too High?

Episode 2077

Thursday's episode was centered around Max Christie, and what he's expected to bring this season for the Lakers. 

But it touched on Austin Reaves, as well, and it's that portion of the conversation th…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Max Christie Ready for High Expectations, Praises Redick, Lakers Coaching Staff. Plus, Woj Retires!

Episode 2076

It's no secret that Max Christie didn't like how he was used - or more specifically, not used - last season with Darvin Ham. Speaking to Allie Clifton at Spectrum SportsNet this week, Christie made i…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Scouting Report, Christian Koloko: Can the Lakers' New Center Contribute This Season?

Episode 2075

The Lakers haven't done much this offseason, and as such have some holes in the roster, one of the biggest being at backup center. That hole only got larger after Christian Wood underwent knee surger…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Will Anthony Davis Ever Win DPOY? Are the Lakers More likely to Win a Title or Miss the Playoffs?

Episode 2074

Last season, Anthony Davis told ESPN that, even though he deserves to win, he'll never actually take home a Defensive Player of the Year Award. 

Wny? 

He's not totally sure. Maybe the media and the NBA…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Report: Lakers to Sign Center Christian Koloko to 2-Way Contract... Can He Help?

Episode 2073

The Lakers have needed help behind Anthony Davis all summer, and REALLY need help now that Christian Wood is out until at least November following knee surgery. (And could be out longer.) That leaves…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago