Best Lakers Theory Podcasts (2024)

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Political Strategies, Inflation And Wages Now Vs Then 59:32

3d ago59:32

59:32

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The Wizards Rebuild w/ Head Coach Brian Keefe 26:33

6d ago26:33

26:33

Chris Mannix talks to new Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe about taking over as head coach mid season, how he sees the teams rebuild going, the squad's young French players, and what role Jordan Poole will have on the team next season Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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T-Wolves High Expectations & Kenny Smith 40:56

20d ago40:56

40:56

Chris Mannix is joined by Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic to discuss what is going on with the ownership of the Timberwoves and the title hopes for the team heading into next season. We also speak to NBA vet and 'Inside the NBA' host on the show ending at TNT after next season, USA basketball, and the Celtics Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl…

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Can The Knicks Compete with the Celtics? 58:45

28d ago58:45

58:45

Chris Mannix is joined by Rohan Nadkarni to break down the rumors of a past trade proposal that would have sent LeBron to the Warriors, if the Knicks have bolstered their roster enough to compete with the Celtics, why the Warriors were given the most nationally televised games this season, and if the Suns are a contender or a pretender Advertising …

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Sonya Massey Shooting, Gentrification, Men Wanting To Be Saved, And The Olympics 1:07:17

2M ago1:07:17

1:07:17

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NBA TV Rights Update 34:51

2M ago34:51

34:51

Chris Mannix is joined by the NY Post's Ryan Glasspiegel to get into Warner Bros matching Amazon's offer for NBA TV rights, what it could mean for Inside The NBA, how Amazon can pull off taking over NBA games, and how the leagues media deals have continued to increase exponentially Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-O…

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USA Basketball Needs An Overhaul 49:23

2M ago49:23

49:23

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina as we get into some more NBA TV rights news, Bronny James up and down performance in summer league, why USA basketball needs to change their approach if they want to compete in the future, why the Cavs need to make more changes if they want to compete, and Russell Westbrook's fit with the Nugget's Advertising I…

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Do You Believe The Trump Shooting Theories 1:04:42

2M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

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Lakers & Clippers Lackluster Free Agency 55:54

2M ago55:54

55:54

Chris Mannix is joined by The Athletic's Jovan Buhan to discuss the L.A. Clippers letting Paul George walk to the Philadelphia 76ers & the rest of their mild off season acquisitions before breaking down what the Lakers might look like next season running back most of their roster after failing to land any major free agents Advertising Inquiries: ht…

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2024 NBA Free Agency Kicks Off 56:57

3M ago56:57

56:57

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to break down why the Celtics ownership is putting the team up for sale and the start of NBA free agency including Paul George signing with the Sixers, the Clippers puzzling signings, the Warriors losing Klay Thompson to Dallas, and Oklahoma City acquiring very tradable contracts for the future Advertising Inqu…

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Presidential Debate And Bronny James Is A Laker 1:12:53

3M ago1:12:53

1:12:53

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Draft Recap w/ Ben Golliver & Kevin Sweeney 1:10:00

3M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Chris Mannix breaks down the first free agency moves of the offseason with Ben Golliver including the Knicks trading for Mikal Bridges, if the Rockets will try to acquire Kevin Durant, and why the Clippers should resign Paul George. We also get into the draft with SI's Kevin Sweeney about the Pistons picking Ron Holland at #5, Dalton Knecht's slide…

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Lakers Hire JJ Redick 33:40

3M ago33:40

33:40

Chris Mannix is joined by Dan Woike of the LA Times to break down what led to the Lakers hiring JJ Redick as their new head coach, why the job isn't all it's cracked up to be, and what moves the team may make going forward to compete in the western conference Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.c…

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Celtics Win 18th Championship 24:24

3M ago24:24

24:24

Chris Mannix and Mark Medina break down the Celtics win over the Dallas Mavericks for their 18th title and why you can't buy a championship anymore, the narrative that they only played easy teams, and what the future is for both teams going forward Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Neil Degrasse Tyson Responds To Terrence Howard And The Modern Nerd 1:03:06

3M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

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Celtics Near Title & Hurley Turns Down LA 29:39

3M ago29:39

29:39

Chris Mannix us joined by The Athletics Jovan Buhato break down the Celtics dominant Finals performance that has them one win away from a title before getting into the Lakers coaching search and why UConn's Dan Hurley turned them down Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Are We Behind In The US & Is Steph Curry A Generational Talent 1:05:25

3M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

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Caitlin Clark & The WNBA's Expansion 28:43

4M ago28:43

28:43

Chris Mannix is joined by Howard Megdal from the IX Sports to discuss Caitlin Clark's first month in the league, other players rough play, the media's coverage of her, and the national explosion of the league as a whole this season Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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NBA Finals Preview w/ Rachel Nichols 36:52

4M ago36:52

36:52

Chris Mannix is joined by Rachel Nichols to discuss if the Timberwolves can really run it back and possible trade destinations for Karl-Anthony Towns before getting into the finals matchup and Kyrie's growth as a member of the Mavericks Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Celtics Finals Run & Lakers Coaching Search 40:20

4M ago40:20

40:20

Chris Mannix and Mark Medina break down the Karl-Anthony Towns led Wolves victory in game five and whether they can win in Minnesota to force game six. We also get into if the Celtics run to the finals was really that easy and if the Lakers head coaching position is really all that it's cracked up to be Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/…

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The Value Of Peace, Reaching Legend Status Today And Terrence Howard Genius Or Nah 1:05:21

4M ago1:05:21

1:05:21

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Rocky Patel Effect On Cigar Culture And NBA Playoff Talk 1:04:57

4M ago1:04:57

1:04:57

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Conference Finals Preview 30:37

4M ago30:37

30:37

Chris Mannix breaks down the Timberwolves huge comeback win against the Nuggets and why Denver's lack of bench help may be a problem for them going forward. Chris also welcomes Chris Forsberg from NBC Sports Boston to discuss the return of Kristaps Porziņģis, Tyrese Haliburton's impact on the game, and why Aaron Nesmith will be the x factor in this…

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Bronny James Draft Stock 17:09

4M ago17:09

17:09

Chris Mannix is joined by SI's Kevin Sweeney to break down Bronny James performance at the draft combine, the uncertainty about who will be taken with the first pick, where Zach Edey will be taken, and why some prospects draft stock fell in the last year Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr…

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Knicks/Pacers & Trading Kevin Durant 37:07

4M ago37:07

37:07

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to break down if JJ Redick is really the best candidate for the Lakers head coaching job, how a healthy Indiana Pacers team has found themselves losing to an injury ravaged Knicks, if the Lakers can keep LeBron with a sizable pre draft trade, and if the Suns can salvage their immediate future by trading Kevin D…

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When To Let Go Of Trauma And Shaq's Wife Says She Never Loved Him 1:01:26

4M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

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Playoff Punishments & NBA TV Rights 28:24

5M ago28:24

28:24

Chris Mannix breaks down the questionable decision by the NBA to fine and not suspend Jamal Murray after the Nuggets guard threw a heat pack onto the court during play in the team's gams two loss to Minnesota. He also discusses Patrick Beverley being dealt a four game suspension for throwing a ball at a fan before bringing in the NY Post's Ryan Gla…

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The End Of An Era And Drake/Kendrick Battle Gets Personal 1:05:23

5M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

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The Future of First Round Cast Off's w/ Brian Scalabrine 37:12

5M ago37:12

37:12

Chris Mannix talks to NBA veteran and current Celtics analyst Brian Scalabrine about if Paul George would find more success with the Magic or Sixers, what the Clippers and Lakers can do with a lack of immediate home grown talent, and how much the Celtics will be miss an injured Kristaps Porziņģis in their second round matchup against the Cavaliers …

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Having A Job Is A Disgrace And Lebron James Says "Its Just Basketball" 1:02:47

5M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

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Ryan Garcia Lost His Mind Ahead Of Devin Haney Fight and Drake Brought Out AI Snoop & 2Pac 1:09:22

5M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

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