Best Los Angeles Lakers Podcasts (2024)

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Lakers Disappearing Camp, Fixing The Team, Concerns Over A Slow Start? 37:00

3h ago37:00

37:00

A lot to discuss on today's show, including: important dates coming up, what happened to the Lakers' mini-camp, a former Laker joins the Warriors, fixing the team after a summer of inactivity, concerns about a slow start and more with Trevor Lane...Try VIIA Hemp! https://bit.ly/viialakersnation and use code LakersNation! Learn more about your ad ch…

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FULL EPISODE: Keith Parish on the Memphis Grizzlies' potential bounce-back 47:48

3h ago47:48

47:48

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. To learn more about listener data and ou…

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PART ONE: Boy, the Grizzlies really might be good again 26:35

4h ago26:35

26:35

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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PART TWO: What to expect from Ja Morant with all that "stuff" behind him 26:41

3h ago26:41

26:41

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). To learn more about listener data and …

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Are Expectations for Austin Reaves This Season Fair? Have the Lakers Set the Bar Too High? 34:38

2d ago34:38

34:38

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 that generated the most feedback in the comments and prompted discussion for today's show. Namely, are the expectations around Reaves, whether set by the…

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Ep. 559: Koloko-ialisms (Lakers Sign Christian Koloko to a 2-Way Deal, Breaking Down His Game, His Potential Role Next Year, & LAL's Dissonant Youth Development Program) 49:08

2h ago49:08

49:08

Ko-Local Man Dealing w/ Blood Clot Issue signed by the Lakers to be their next Legendary, Hall of Fame Big Man. Christian Koloko! The Big Man Cavalry has arrived! Or has it? Let's get into it. Initial Reactions to the Christian Koloko Signing Breaking Down Koloko's Game (Strengths & Weaknesses) Projecting out Koloko's Role w/ the Big Squad (Can He …

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Building Around Strengths 36:59

30m ago36:59

36:59

What can the Lakers be great at this season? Whether it's LeBron and Anthony Davis' ability to threaten the paint, the collective basketball IQ of their best players, or the team's ability to play and shoot on the move, Pete and Darius dive into the areas and much more as they discuss what they believe can be real strengths of this Lakers team this…

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Building Around Strengths 36:59

2h ago36:59

36:59

What can the Lakers be great at this season? Whether it's LeBron and Anthony Davis' ability to threaten the paint, the collective basketball IQ of their best players, or the team's ability to play and shoot on the move, Pete and Darius dive into the areas and much more as they discuss what they believe can be real strengths of this Lakers team this…

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FULL EPISODE: Woj retires; WNBA Playoff preview; The Lakers as an old tv show 52:37

1h ago52:37

52:37

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-p…

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PART ONE: Woj retires 18:25

1h ago18:25

18:25

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adc…

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Lakers New Look, Max Christie's Opportunity, Q & A 1:01:27

37m ago1:01:27

1:01:27

The Lakers are going to look different next season under JJ Redick (not just the jerseys!), but how much will things really change? And in what specific ways? Plus Max Christie's opportunity to shine, and we take your questions... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy LakersNation.com, Blue Wire

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Max Christie Ready for High Expectations, Praises Redick, Lakers Coaching Staff. Plus, Woj Retires! 33:34

3d ago33:34

33:34

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 it clear he's highly motivated this season after signing his 4-year, $32 million contract this offseason, and is fired up about the new coaching staff. …

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PART TWO: WNBA Playoffs preview; More Lakers jersey analysis 37:41

1h ago37:41

37:41

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi…

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LeBron James New Lakers Role AND His REAL Position 21:04

21m ago21:04

21:04

We preview the upcoming season for LeBron James, taking a look at how his role will continue to change this season and the ways that JJ Redick can utilize him differently than he has been in the past. Plus, what's LeBron's REAL position? Trevor Lane and Daniel Starkand discuss.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Impact vs Talent 21:50

5h ago21:50

21:50

Taylor Wyman explains the difference between impact vs talent. Impact is the ability to affect the game while on the court. Talent is the theoretical value a player has. Balancing the two can be trickyBy Blue Wire

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FULL EPISODE: The latest Lakers jerseys are a travesty 52:07

1h ago52:07

52:07

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 gu…

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PART ONE: These jerseys are the perfect cherry on top of the sht sundae this summer has been 30:50

1h ago30:50

30:50

PART ONE: Anthony and Phillip can't stand these jerseys and the more they think about them, the worse they get. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Anthony Irwin

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PART TWO: What Would Magic Tweet 24:46

1h ago24:46

24:46

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy…

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Scouting Report, Christian Koloko: Can the Lakers' New Center Contribute This Season? 34:54

4d ago34:54

34:54

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 surgery last week. He'll be out until at least early November, likely longer. So with that in mind, the Lakers did make a move this week, signing former Toro…

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers training camp bingo 51:42

20m ago51:42

51:42

FULL EPISODE: Anthony and Harrison prep you for training camp as only they can, with a good ol' fashioned game of BINGO. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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PART ONE: Anthony and Harrison are almost scary levels of on the same page 25:46

21m ago25:46

25:46

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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PART TWO: Which center is going to get the most buzz in training camp? 27:26

22m ago27:26

27:26

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? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Le…

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Will Anthony Davis Ever Win DPOY? Are the Lakers More likely to Win a Title or Miss the Playoffs? 35:17

5d ago35:17

35:17

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 just don't like him. He's honestly not sure about why, only that he's not going to win. So is he right? Fair or not, there does seem to be a feeling t…

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Lakers Training Camp Approaches, Should LA Trade For Zach LaVine, Anthony Davis' Role 1:01:38

1h ago1:01:38

1:01:38

With training camp around the corner, we talk Lakers basketball and take your questions and comments with Trevor Lane, Donnie Freeman, and Scorpio Sky... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy LakersNation.com, Blue Wire

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Jimmy Eat World 52:47

41m ago52:47

52:47

Hour 2 of Lakers Talk started with A-Kam wondering about the possibility of Jimmy Butler coming to the Lakers and what it would cost the team to get the All-Star. Then, The Athletic's Dave Dufour joined Andy to talk about why he thinks the Lakers "got better" during the Summer and why he thinks JJ Redick will be a great coach. Also, "Crunch Time" w…

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Lakers Talk HR 1: State Of The Team 50:43

2d ago50:43

50:43

Andy Kamenetzky opened the show reacting to ESPN.com's article on how the team is currently constructed and what we could expect from them in the coming months. Plus, who is Christian Koloko? Andy talks about the newly signed Center. Then, Silver Screen and Roll's Alex Regla came on to talk more about the Koloko signing, the team shooting more 3's,…

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Lakers Waive Blake Hinson (Right Move?), Decision Making, Trade Timeline And More 48:53

28m ago48:53

48:53

The Lakers decided to waive Blake Hinson in order to open up room for Christian Koloko, is this the right decision? Plus, LA's decision making, the trade timeline and more get discussed when Trevor Lane opens up the mailbag...Buy your manta mask here https://tinyurl.com/23c2vcw6 & use code LAKERSNATION for 10% off ANY Sleep Mask!! Learn more about …

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FULL EPISODE: Lakers add Christian Koloko, waive Blake Hinson; Mailbag 43:41

3d ago43:41

43:41

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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PART ONE: Christian Koloko, YOU are a Los Angeles Laker 22:46

15m ago22:46

22:46

PART ONE: Anthony breaks down the big news over the weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Anthony Irwin

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Report: Lakers to Sign Center Christian Koloko to 2-Way Contract... Can He Help? 33:54

6d ago33:54

33:54

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 Jaxson Hayes as the only healthy true center left on the main roster. The Lakers do have Colin Castleton on a 2-way deal, but that has its limitations…

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PART TWO: Mailbag! 22:58

16m ago22:58

22:58

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Lakers Land Christian Koloko 26:31

27m ago26:31

26:31

The Lakers are making a surprise move by addition Christian Koloko to their team following Christian Wood's knee surgery. Koloko is returning to the NBA after a year and a half away for medical reasons, can he become a center option for LA? Trevor Lane breaks down the situation and what Koloko brings to the team, plus tells a fun story from the ear…

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Lakers Sign Christian Koloko 27:32

17m ago27:32

27:32

The Lakers have reportedly signed center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract for the upcoming season. Pete and Darius discuss the signing, Koloko's pending return due to needing health clearance, his rawness offensively, his tools and talents defensively, and the Lakers general approach to previous big-man signings and how Koloko offers a differ…

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Lakers Sign Christian Koloko 27:32

2h ago27:32

27:32

The Lakers have reportedly signed center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract for the upcoming season. Pete and Darius discuss the signing, Koloko's pending return due to needing health clearance, his rawness offensively, his tools and talents defensively, and the Lakers general approach to previous big-man signings and how Koloko offers a differ…

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Ranking the Last 10 Championship Runs By Difficulty 24:20

4d ago24:20

24:20

Taylor Wyman looks at the last decade of champions and ranks their path to a ring by difficulty using LEBRONBy Blue Wire

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Lakers' Rotation Build: Who Starts? What Lineups Will LA Use? 46:41

2h ago46:41

46:41

We build the Lakers' rotation for the upcoming season, which reveals a lot about the team's strengths and weaknesses. Join Trevor Lane and Ron Gutterman as we make the tough choices... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy LakersNation.com, Blue Wire

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LeBron the Shooter 42:18

13m ago42:18

42:18

LeBron James is coming off his best season ever as a three-point shooter and just hired a head coach who not only values the outside shot but has openly stated he wants LeBron taking more threes. Pete and Darius discuss LeBron's evolution as a shooter, how his teammates' individual games help influence his shot selection, and what types of actions …

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LeBron the Shooter 42:18

4d ago42:18

42:18

LeBron James is coming off his best season ever as a three-point shooter and just hired a head coach who not only values the outside shot but has openly stated he wants LeBron taking more threes. Pete and Darius discuss LeBron's evolution as a shooter, how his teammates' individual games help influence his shot selection, and what types of actions …

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FULL EPISODE: Sam Esfandiari on the Lakers and Warriors having way too much in common 50:31

27m ago50:31

50:31

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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PART ONE: What do the Warriors and Lakers owe LeBron, Steph and the fans? 27:59

30m ago27:59

27:59

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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PART TWO: Will LeBron and Steph ever play together in the NBA? 28:00

32m ago28:00

28:00

Anthony and Sam discuss the possibility that the bromance we watched in the Olympics between LeBron and Steph extends into the NBA. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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FULL EPISODE: The Lakers didn't really post their opening for head trainer, did they? 1:20:52

7d ago1:20:52

1:20:52

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn m…

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PART ONE: What would it take to work for the Lakers? 29:55

1h ago29:55

29:55

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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PART TWO: Is Jeanie Buss up to the task of running the Lakers? 27:37

1h ago27:37

27:37

PART TWO: We're all pulling for her. But. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Anthony Irwin

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PART THREE: Anthony Davis wants to play less center this year 36:22

1h ago36:22

36:22

PART THREE: Anthony Davis was hoping to play alongside a center more this season. The Lakers... felt differently. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Anthony Irwin

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Lakers-Warriors Season Preview. Do either LeBron James or Steph Curry Have Another Shot at a Title? 34:03

9d ago34:03

34:03

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 showdowns and the most recent Team USA run. They're also teams that feel kinda stuck with little flexibility and options as they try to squeeze out one …

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What's Going On In Lakers Practices? Quincy Olivari Joins To Talk LA's Workouts, His Progress And More 27:07

1h ago27:07

27:07

Lakers guard Quincy Olivari joins our Trevor Lane to discuss what's been going on in JJ Redick's practices, his growth, who has been standing out, and tons more....Buy your manta mask here https://tinyurl.com/23c2vcw6 & use code LAKERSNATION for 10% off ANY Sleep Mask!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Lakers Will Honor Jerry West This Season. Plus, Zach Guthrie Will Coach South Bay Lakers! 33:33

10d ago33:33

33:33

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 before West died in May. And when he passed, the Lakers were criticized by fans for responding too slowly with a statement that, at best, felt boilerplate a…

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Ep. 558: Injuries to Insults (Lakers Hit w/ Unfortunate Christian Wood & Jarred Vanderbilt Injury News, Cheap Big Man Trade Options, & The Top 3 Lakers That Need to Step Up) 35:34

4d ago35:34

35:34

What's up, Doc? How 'bout a WHOLE BUNCH OF NEW INJURIES that YOU didn't bother to address?!! Anyway...let's get into it. Initial Reactions on Jarred Vanderbilt's Injury Update & Christian Wood's Knee Surgery Does Losing Wood Actually Hurt the Lakers More? Do the Lakers Make a Trade for a Big Man? 3 Cheap Big Man Options LAL Could Trade for Now Top …

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Lakers Trade Situation, Roster And More 1:00:08

4d ago1:00:08

1:00:08

The Lakers have a lot to figure out on the trade market and elsewhere as they prepare for the season. On this show we take questions from our live audience on the trade market, LA's win total, the impact of Rui Hachimura and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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