Podcast Episodes

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

Lakers-Warriors Season Preview. Do either LeBron James or Steph Curry Have Another Shot at a Title?

Episode 2072

The Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors have a lot in common. Their franchise faces - LeBron James, Steph Curry - are not just iconic but forever linked to each other after multiple Finals s…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

The Lakers Will Honor Jerry West This Season. Plus, Zach Guthrie Will Coach South Bay Lakers!

Episode 2071

The relationship between the Lakers and Jerry West—legendary player, coach and general manager and arguably the greatest person to ever represent the purple and gold—had been strained for years befor…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

More Details About Vanderbilt and Wood Injuries for the Lakers, Plus Redick the Workaholic

Episode 2070

It's not been a great week on the health front for the Lakers. Reports that Jarred Vanderbilt might not be ready to go for training camp, and maybe even the regular season were quickly followed by ha…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Christian Wood Out at Least Eight Weeks After Knee Surgery. Lakers Frontcourt Looking Thin?

Episode 2069

Heading into the weekend, whispers about the health of Jarred Vanderbilt, who missed most of last season with foot problems, started getting a little louder, with reports that he might not be ready f…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago