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The Lakers remain in the middle of the pack in the Western Conference with just 2 weeks until the NBA’s trade deadline. What changes, if any, will they make? Jovan Buha from The Athletic joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the options the Lakers have to consider in the coming days and the likelihood that they could be as busy as they were ahead of last season’s deadline. Plus, which NBA superstar is the most likely to top Kobe Bryant’s 81 point game?

The Lakers who have struggled lately going 2-6 in their last 8 games, recently made a change to the starting five, but is the lineup here to stay? Lakers reporter Mike Trudell joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the pros and cons of Darvin Ham’s new look lineup. Plus, we look forward to more minutes for Austin Reaves alongside LeBron James and why Anthony Davis is clearly the best defensive player in the league.

The NBA’s inaugural In-Season Tournament was a smashing success after the Lakers defeated the Pacers in Las Vegas in the championship game. Brad Turner joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan as they share their impressions of the NBA’s new addition to the calendar and share stories from behind the scenes in Vegas. Plus, how would they each spend a $500,000 bonus?

LeBron James took over the 4^th Quarter to give the Lakers a hard-fought victory over the Suns in the quarterfinals of the NBA”s In-Season Tournament. Beto Duran joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to recap another transcendent performance by the King as we look ahead to the semis in Vegas against the Pelicans. Plus they discuss whether the intensity the Lakers brought to the glass and the defensive end can be replicated on a regular basis.

Back-to-back games scoring 35 points in Year 21? Only LeBron James! Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan marvel at the continued greatness of the NBA’s career scoring leader as the Lakers have started to stack victories. Plus they discuss the Lakers being on the verge of winning West Group A in the NBA’s In-Season Tournament.

Behind 35 points from LeBron James, the Lakers ended their 11-game losing streak to their Hallway rivals, beating the Clippers in overtime. John Hartung, Mike Bresnahan and Mark Medina recap the early favorite for the Game of the Year in the NBA and debate whether the Lakers still need too much from LeBron in his 21^st season. Plus, is the real Austin Reaves back?

LeBron called him the “face of the franchise.” Darvin Ham wants him to take six 3-pointers per game. A lot is being asked of Anthony Davis this upcoming season. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan discuss expectations for AD and what looks different going into this season. Plus, should we be concerned with Jarred Vanderbilt’s heel injury that has sidelined him since the preseason opener?

3 games into the preseason and the Lakers depth has been on display. Allie Clifton, Mike Bresnahan and Brad Turner of the LA Times discuss their early takeaways from the Lakers so far.

Plus, D’Angelo Russell is locked in on both ends of the court and is Taurean Prince making a case for the starting lineup over Rui Hachimura and Jarred Vanderbilt?

The Lakers’ quest for an 18^th championship has begun. The team has started training camp with the preseason opener just days away. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan share their experience at Media Day and their initial impressions of the team. Plus, we’re already looking forward to opening night of the regular season and a rematch with Denver. But why are the Nuggets not?

There’s a lot of optimism and high expectations surrounding the Lakers with less than a week until Media Day and the start of training camp. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan look ahead to camp and share some of their favorite memories from previous Media Days. Plus, they react to the blockbuster deal sending Damian Lillard to the Bucks and how that impacts the Lakers.

The Lakers have reloaded their roster this summer with hopes of delivering the franchise’s 18^th championship next June. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan tell us their favorite of the many moves the Lakers made this offseason. Plus, Geeter talks to the newest Laker signing, Christian Wood.

The Lakers landed Christian Wood a month before Training Camp opens. But what will his role be in the Lakers rotation? Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan address reports that Anthony Davis may not want to play as many minutes at center this season and how that could mean more time for Wood. Plus, we revisit Kobe Bryant’s friendship with tennis star Novak Djokovic who paid tribute to him after winning his 24^th Grand Slam title.

As our Lakers Insider Mike Bresnahan has been predicting, the Lakers signed free agent Christian Wood just weeks before training camp begins.  Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Brez discuss how the versatile big fits with the Lakers roster and whether the upside Wood provides is enough for the Lakers in the challenging Western Conference. Plus, Allie gives the fellas plenty to think about in a spirited round of Bucket or Brick.

Austin Reaves continues to shine with Team USA as they pursue the gold medal in the FIBA World Cup. This week, Mike Bresnahan and Chris McGee join Allie Clifton to discuss the summer of Austin Reaves and explain why he could be on one of the best contracts in the NBA. Plus, the crew also looks forward to season 21 for LeBron, the development of Jarred Vanderbilt and how new addition Taurean Prince will fit in next season.

As the Lakers await the official regular season schedule to be released, they know their path to Las Vegas and the championship for the NBA”s inaugural In-Season Tournament. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan speculate how the players and coaches will treat these initial group play games in the regular season, as well as share the games that interest them the most. Plus, they debate if you should give it your all when playing kids in games or if it’s better to build their confidence.

The Lakers locked up superstar Anthony Davis with a 3-year contract extension through 2028. Dan Woike from the Los Angeles Times joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the richest extension in NBA history and what it means for the Lakers’ future.  Plus, Dan shares some stories from his time in Las Vegas with Austin Reaves and the US National Team before the FIBA World Cup.

 It's the summer of Austin! The Lakers Austin Reaves signed his contract extension last month and now suits up for the USA Men's National team for the FIBA World Cup. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan wonder how Reaves will most benefit from this international experience.  Plus, they discuss the contract extension that the Lakers could offer Anthony Davis.

Darvin Ham flourished in his first year as an NBA head coach, leading the Lakers to the Western Conference Finals. Brad Turner from the Los Angeles Times joins Allie Clifton and Chris McGee discuss how successful Ham was and where he can grow.  Plus, they speculate whether Austin Reaves is a favorite to be the NBA’s Most Improved Player next season.