Lakers Talk with Allen Sliwa

Hour 2 of the show started with Andy and Brett reacted to the NBA acknowledging the missed call at the end of Game 4 that may or may not have costed the Lakers the game. And, what happened to Austin Reaves in this series? A-Kam and Brett discussed. And, the guys had a little "returner remorse" with the Lakers needed a big man at the moment. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on the other playoff series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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How will the Lakers matchup with the size of the Timberwolves? Andy tried to answer the question in Hour 2. Then, Ben Beecken from "Locked On Wolves" called in to talk about how the Wolves could give the Lakers problems, especially one Anthony Edwards. Also, A-Kam talked about how JJ Redick's coaching style could affect the series one way or another. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the biggest surprise and disappointment of the 2024-25 NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Andy opened up the show talking about how the Lakers blewout the #1 team in the NBA, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Also, A-Kam talked about the upcoming last 4 games of the regular season for the Lakers, and how important it is to "win out" with all the craziness in the Western Conference standings. Plus, "Crunch Time" with a discussion on Chris Webber's infamous Timeout in the 1993 National Championship game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 of the show had Andy taking the "temperature" of the city after one very close win and one very close loss. Then, ESPN's Tim MacMahon came on to talk about Luka Doncic, where he sees the Lakers going with Luka and how Dallas has been without their superstar. Also, Andy gets in to the "mental lapses" the Lakers have been having this season. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on the NBA "taking the L." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off the first hour of the show acknowledging the "rough week" for the Lakers that saw them lose on a halfcourt buzzer beater shot to Chicago, the 2nd time they lose to the Bulls in less than a week. What should the Lakers do to get past the slump? Andy took calls to answer that question. Also, from "Locked On Grizzlies" was Joe Mullinax to help Andy preview Lakers/Grizzlies and talk about the firing of Taylor Jenkins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with A-Kam reacting to the way the Lakers lost to the Denver Nuggets last week in a real close game without Luka and LeBron. Then, So Cal New Group's Khobi Price called in to talk about the first month of Luka as a Laker, Austin Reaves' hot streak, and how Jaxson Hayes became a reliable, starting Center. Plus, Andy talks about the impact of 2-way player Jordan Goodwin has had on the team lately. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on Tracy Morgan's "accident" at MSG and Michael Jordan coming back to basketball 30 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin Reaves has been playing so well in the last week that many in the know about the NBA is calling him the best 3rd best player on a championship team. Plus, Host of the "All NBA Podcast," Adam Mares came on to help Andy preview Lakers/Nuggets, if the Nuggets are experiencing fatigue and what Denver thinks of the Lakers adding Luka Doncic . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Only a one hour show this week, as Andy gets in to all of the injuries the Lakers have right now, including the big injury to LeBron and how it could push the Lakers down the Western Conference standings. Plus, Andy thinks Luka has to "calm down" in his exchanges with the referees. Then, "Crunch Time" with the discussion of whether Nikola Jokic "30-20-20" game is more impressive than Wilt Chamberlain's "100 point" game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started off with Andy giving his opinion on why LeBron James chose to confront ESPN's Stephen A. Smith after the Lakers' win vs the NY Knicks. Then, Christian Clark from the Athletic came on to talk about what the Lakers will ultimately get from the Luka trade and why all of a sudden they are a good defensive team. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on the criteria of the being a "Laker Great." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off Lakers Talk going back and reliving the great comeback against the New York Knicks to where the Lakers were sort of "against the wall" for the 1st time in the Luka era. Plus, John Karalis, from "Locked On Celtics" helped Andy preview the always big Celtics/Lakers game coming up and how Boston is looking at the Luka-to-LA trade. Also, a Roy Ayers retrospective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a shorten show, Andy Kamenetzky is loving the Luka experiment so far for the Lakers, especially after watching him and the Lakers dominate the Denver Nuggets over the weekend.  What was different this time? AK thinks the fact that the turnover of the team makes this team "not fear" the Nuggets. And "Crunch Time" with talk on the Lakers ditching their City Edition jerseys.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy talks about how hard this last part of the season for Lakers is going to be. We take calls for people who want to talk about the 2nd part of the season for the Lakers. Are the Lakers set up for success in the future? GUEST Sean Davis joins the show. How is the 2nd half of the NBA season going to shape up for the Lakers? Do the Lakers have the right personal to have success? Crunch Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA All Star weekend is a final and we recap it all during crunch time. LeBron James sat out this All Star event due to an lingering ankle/foot injury. Did LeBron make the best decision by not playing in the All Star game this year? Should the NBA have figured it out earlier so a replacement for LeBron would be ready to go? We play sound from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver who had input on the Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers. GUEST Josiah Johnson Executive Producer & Host of GilsArenaShow joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 starts with Andy going through his Lakers "1st Half of the Season Awards," including a surprise for Rookie Of The Year so far. Then, from the "Lakers Film Room" Podcast was Darius Soriano to talk about his impressions so far of Luka Doncic on the Lakers, what else is missing, and realistically how far can this team go in the playoffs. Also, more 1st half awards including Defensive Player Of The Year and MVP. Plus, "Crunch Time" with a discussion on the new, confusing NBA All Star Game format.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Through Luka Doncic's first 2 games as a Laker, Andy Kamenetkzy is really excited for what the future might bring with Luka has LA's next superstar in the long line of superstar players. What makes the Lakers' so much better with Luka? Andy thinks his presence alone will make it hard for opposing defenses. The Volume's Jason Timpf called in to talk about what he has seen in Luka's first 2 games and what he expects the Lakers to be with the Luka/LeBron "1-2 punch." And, Andy talks about the Lakers signing free agent big man Alex Len. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Athletic's Jovan Buha called in Hour 2 to talk about what the trade does for the Lakers in the immediate/distant future, how LeBron fits in all of this and what players could the Lakers be after in the next couple days before the NBA Trade Deadline. Then, A-Kam took calls as he got various reactions to the AD/Luka historical trade.  Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on the other major trade over the weekend that has major implications in the Western Conference.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky and the whole NBA world are still in shock after the Lakers sent Anthony Davis and Max Christie to Dallas for Luka Doncic. "Locked On Mavs" host Nick Angstadt came on to give the Dallas reaction for the trade as it seems like the Mavs are going "all in" on AD and Kyrie Irving. Then, to help preview Lakers/Clippers was Law Murray, of the Athletic, as him and Andy talked about what to expect from the game and how the Clippers are viewing this massive AD/Luka trade.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, A-Kam focused on Dalton Knecht getting pass the "Rookie Wall" the past 3 games and how his offense is much needed. Also, ClutchPoint's Anthony Irwin came on to talk about what realistic possibilities the Lakers have with the trade deadline being next week and what names are being floated out there. Then, A-Kam went over what the Lakers really need to address at next week's trade deadline. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on Andre Iguodala getting his number retired by the Golden State Warriors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show started off with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to the news that Anthony Davis will be out at least at week because of an abdominal injury. Then, Andy talks about all the backlash the Lakers, especially JJ Redick, for putting in Bronny James "really early" in the disastrous loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. Plus, ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in to talk about the team's road trip, an estimate when AD will be back, and his new story on LeBron James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 opened up with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to the good news that Jared Vanderbilt will return in when the Lakers face the Golden State Warriors. Who's minutes will he take? Andy guessed a couple key rotation guys will lose minutes Then, "Crunch Time" as A-Kam and the crew react to the NBA All Star Starters being announced and the saga of Jimmy Butler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming off the big win vs the defending NBA Champions, Boston Celtics, Andy Kamenetzky looked at what worked for the Lakers, particularily in the win. Plus, Anthony Davis sat down with ESPN and said lots of interesting things, so Andy unpacked everything AD said.  Then, ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk called in to preview Warriors/Lakers and the parallels between the two franchises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After losing to the San Antonio Spurs last night for their 3rd straight loss, Andy Kamenetzky thinks the Lakers are "backsliding" just a little in the past couple weeks. He points to their poor defense and possibly not built for success in the playoffs. What lineup works for the Lakers? A-Kam tried to answer it. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on a suggestion by OKC's Jalen Williams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy talking about Anthony Davis and if he has that "killer instinct" that most Lakers fans were you used to with Kobe Bryant. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus came on with A-Kam to talk about trade possibilities for the Lakers, including a trade with the Utah Jazz that would make sense to Pincus. Plus, "Crunch Time" with "Pretender Or Contender" and chatter on Kyrie Irving's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky reacted to the Lakers' loss in Houston to the Rockets after Max Christie's turnover in the closing seconds and whether he should have been the guy inbounding the ball at that time. Also, Andy was puzzled by a decision by JJ Redick made earlier in the game as well. Adam Armbrecht from "Locked On Nets" called in to talk to Andy about what the Lakers are getting out of their two newest players, Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron James turns the big 4-0 today, so Andy reacted to his comments that he could play another "5-7 years." Plus, what was the #1 movie in the World when LeBron debuted in 2003? Andy and the crew answered the question. And, A-Kam wondered what the next move for the Lakers could be, and he thinks it could just be another minor one. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on the Sacramento Kings letting go of their head coach, Mike Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the huge trade that sent D'Angelo Russell back to Brooklyn for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Was it a good deal? Andy thinks so. Plus, the Guardian's Claire De Lune called in to give her reaction to the trade, what she thinks will happen next and the play of LeBron James this season.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy and Funch going back to Rob Pelinka's and JJ Redick's comments on how they will get a "better understanding" of the team at around the 30 game mark, to which the Lakers are at right now. Then, NBA Podcaster Aaron Larsuel helped A-Kam preview the big Christmas Lakers/Warriors game and the play of LeBron, who turns 40 in about a week. Also, talk on Magic Johnson's comments about a huge "What If" and "Crunch Time" with a discussion on Victor Wembanyama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky's "Christmas Show" had him dive in to the much improved defense and to the all of a sudden bad offense, and what is contributing to it. Then, Silver Screen and Roll's Edwin Garcia came on to talk about going "all in" this season and why the Western Conference is "wide open." Plus, Andy had some thoughts on the Western Conference race.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, Andy Kamenetzky wondered who could and would be available since the trading window is finally open. To talk more about LeBron's longevity, the up and down season and who he thinks could be on the move was the Athletic's Jovan Buha. Should the Lakers go "all-in" this season? A-Kam tried to answer the question. And, "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers' huge win over the Memphis Grizzlies.  Then, A-Kam still doesn't know how the team should approach the LeBron situation. Also, Tom Zayas from the "Lakers Exceptionalism Podcast" called in to talk more LeBron, the move to put Max Christie in the starting lineup and what to expect since trades can happen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would AND could the Lakers ever trade LeBron? Andy Kamenetzky doesn't think so but lots of Lakers fans are thinking it. To talk about the way JJ Redick as started off his coaching career, the Lakers offensive problems, and what could cure them was Bleacher Report's Mo Dakhil. Also, 13 years ago, something happened to the Lakers that pretty much changed them and the whole NBA, so A-Kam and Producer Funch discussed. Then, "Crunch Time" with another crazy anniversary that happened 20 years on this day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetkzy reacted to the Lakers finally getting a win after losing 3 straight games, and winning without LeBron, who sat out because of a foot injury. Plus, is LeBron playing too much? Are the Lakers relying on him too much? Andy thinks the team and LeBron need to take a "step back." To talk more about this, JJ Redick, and other team issues was Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a quarter through the regular season, Andy Kamenetzky assessed the Lakers with a little help from Producer Funch. Then, from "Locked On Heat" Wes Goldberg called in to help Andy preview the Lakers/Heat and also talk some stories from around the league. Plus, who should get a statue next with news that Phil Jackson's statue could be on the way after Pat Riley's. Also, in "Crunch Time," when will the Washington Wizards win again?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Lakers Talk HR 2:  Is It A Demotion?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first hour started with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to the 9-4 start and how they "sort of" surpassed expectations up until now. Then, should Dalton Knecht get inserting in the starting lineup after averaging 20 points in the last 3 games?  A-Kam discussed. Plus, The Ringer's Rob Mahoney came on to talk about the MVP season Anthony Davis is having right now and his thoughts on the depth of the Lakers' roster.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 of Lakers Talk got going with a discussion of how the team looks through the 1st 10 games. SB Nation's Harrison Faigen came on to talk about the dominance of Anthony Davis in the early part of the season, what Cam Reddish brings to the starting lineup, and his assessment of JJ Redick through 10 games. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on the NBA Cup and the white-hot Cleveland Cavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show giving an update on Anthony Davis' eye injury and if he's going to miss significant time. Plus, do the Lakers have the same flaws as last season? Andy thinks they do, but they are getting better at correcting the mistakes. Then, South Bay Lakers' Head Coach Zach Guthrie came on to talk about his road to being a G-League coach and how young players can use the G-League to propel themselves to become better professional basketball players. And, is Quincy Olivari ready to jump to the big squad? Andy talked about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JJ did something different with his rotation in the last couple games, and Andy Kamenetzky noticed and loved it but wanted Redick to make another change. Bleacher Report and Mempihis Grizzlies SuperFan Molly Morrison called in to help Andy preview Lakers/Grizzlies and talk about how the Grizzlies "steal the Lakers' scraps" and turn them in to good rotation players.  Also, should D'Lo or Austin go to the bench? A-Kam and crew discussed. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on the 2020 Championship team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a really good first week of the season, the Lakers took a step back on their 1st road trip with a loss to the lowly Detroit Pistons, so Andy Kamenetzky reacted to all of that. Plus, a look at Anthony Davis, who is playing really well, but got an ankle injury vs Detroit. Khobi Price, Lakers Beat Writer for the So Cal News Group, came on to talk about what's wrong with the Lakers on their road trip and the effect JJ Redick has on the team already. And how would you rate LeBron's season so far?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy concerned about the bench since the Lakers are getting no production from Gabe Vincent and Max Christie. Then, Danny Cunningham from "Locked On Cavs" called in to preview Cavs/Lakers and tell Andy why the Cavs are undefeated at 4-0. Plus, A-Kam thinks Bronny James will get minutes in the Cavs/Lakers game before being sent to the G-League. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on two struggling teams, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off the show reacting to the 3-1 start to the Lakers regular season. Plus, how much will Christian Koloko help the already thin frontcourt? Andy discussed. Also, Tim of the "Cranjis McBasketball" fame on social media, came on to talk about his impression of the Lakers 3-1 start and JJ Redick's fiery approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy giving out a crazy stat in the last time the Lakers won their regular season opener. Then, longtime talk show host Dave Palet, who covered the Kobe/Shaq Lakers, called in to talk about his expectations for the upcoming season and how JJ Redick compares to his favorite Lakers coach of all-time, Pat Riley. Plus, how does Dalton Knecht fit in to JJ's rotation? A-Kam talked about it. And, "Crunch Time" with predictions for the upcoming regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Preseason coming to a close, Andy Kamenetzky opened the show with the "Good and Bad" from the past 2 weeks, including watching Anthony Davis already playing at an MVP level. Then, Andy predicts how "electric" it will be when LeBron and Bronny James hit the court together. Also, Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic, called in to talk about the huge Knicks/T'Wolves trade over the Summer that shook the balance of the NBA and preview Lakers/T'Wolves.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices