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D'Lo has been turned loose once again! We waited months for this moment, but the Nets guard is finally back to his old high usage ways, and he was dropped in many, many formats. Re-add him now! ... plus, 7 other names we like a lot and a watch list a mile long. Donate directly to Palisades Elementary's Fire Recovery Fund: https://palielementary.kindful.com/?campaign=1345495 Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Buckets, Weekly Schedule Charts & Yahoo Rank Tracker Sheet FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Beats by https://twitter.com/slickrach
ClutchPoints' Erik Slater and HoopsHype's Michael Scotto analyze whether the Nets should re-sign D'Angelo Russell, detailing his interest in returning as well as the pros and cons of Brooklyn offering him a new deal. https://clutchpoints.com/author/erikslater https://twitter.com/erikslater_
Dan Barreiro opens the week wondering why everyone in the media seems in such a hurry to crown the "Next Face of The NBA" before we play a KAT/D-Lo conversation which once again amplifies the level of D'Angelo Russell delusion.
Dan Barreiro opens the week wondering why everyone in the media seems in such a hurry to crown the "Next Face of The NBA" before we play a KAT/D-Lo conversation which once again amplifies the level of D'Angelo Russell delusion.
The Lakers look to continue their winning ways against the Nets and a returning D'Angelo Russell at the Crypt on Friday night. And despite having no AD, and D'Angelo (19 points) motivated to rub it in on his old teammates, the Lakers found just enough between Austin Reaves's sterling performance (38 points) and Lebron James backing him up (29) to eke out a very unimpressive win over the hapless Brooklyn Nets. Tune in as the guys break down the game, explain why they were so reliant on Austin Reaves and LeBron, and discuss what comes up next for the team. With no AD the Lakers escape with a victory and we're talking about it on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Get NBA League Pass today with our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/3eVLjX Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW! Wish List it here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2360770/Coreupt/ Enter Microsoft's million-dollar sweepstakes! For your chance to win The Ultimate Giveaway—1 lucky winner gets $1,000,000 (USD) plus 10 winners receive $10,000 (USD) use this link today to enter! https://aka.ms/1M-Promo?rh=3713CD4&ref=1M Lakers Fast Break now has YouTube memberships! Join today at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQa0G1GLHIo7RRmN5_uaqA/join and for just $2.99 a month, you get access to LFB badges and emojis, channel page recognition, video description recognition, member milestone chats plus a big shout-out from Gerald when he hosts the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw and Legend350 on his new channel https://www.youtube.com/@UCOZ69zK4btu9OlG9zFnlRRQ Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch, on BLUESKY at @lakersfastbreak.bsky.social, e-mail us lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or catch our audio of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast outlet! The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, and Retro City Games!
This week Ben and Chris discuss the Lakers trading D'Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith, the Nets bottoming out, Jimmy Butler trade speculation and ever-changing hair color, the NBA's Christmas Day viewership ratings, "Dunk the Halls" on ESPN2 and Disney+, Victor Wembanyama's holiday dominance, Mikal Bridges and the streaking Knicks.Happy New Year!Need help getting the Patreon RSS in your podcast app? Instructions HERE!Swish FM is Chris Wendelken and Ben Craw.SWISH FM:Email: swishfmradio@gmail.comTwitter: @SwishFMRadioInstagram: @SwishFMRadioApple: apple.co/2NXjMP8Spotify: spoti.fi/2T7ZmjYGoogle: bit.ly/32KIiWsiHeart: ihr.fm/312LC1lMUSIC:Artist: LetheretteAlbum: Brown Lounge, Vol. 1Title: Montego FuzzLabel: WulfApple: apple.co/2kyOBLO Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike and Alex discuss the following topics: - Nets NEED to tank - Knicks are on fire - easy schedule the reason? - Going to Nets games - Optimum vs. MSG - Knicks vs. Thunder upcoming matchups - There should be a 30 for 30 on the "Big 3" Nets - TV show recommendations Follow us on Twitter/X: Show - @BadWeatherFans Mike - @MikeDeliversPod Alex - @KnicksCentral Use promo code BWF on DraftKings for special promotions and offers
ClutchPoints' Erik Slater and NetsDaily's Lucas Kaplan react to the Nets' trade sending Dorian Finney-Smith to the Lakers for D'Angelo Russell and second-round picks, breaking down what the deal accomplished, whether they would have entertained an alternate offer, and how the move will affect Brooklyn's rebuild. https://clutchpoints.com/author/erikslater https://twitter.com/erikslater_
We are BACK from the holiday break with the news that Robert Horry is on the HALL OF FAME BALLOT! And while he isn't sure he will get in with a crowded nomination class, the fact that he's officially in the conversation is huge. He tells us how he found out, what the reactions have been from friends and fans and why he believes he deserves to be there. Rob also gets into the D'Angelo Russell trade from LA to the Nets (again) and admits that he likes the move for D-Lo's future. Harper thinks Finney-Smith is a great fit for the Lakers if he sticks to his role as a perimeter shooter and defender. And the firing of Mike Brown threw everyone for a loop - and Rob speculates that one of the Kings star players must have sounded off to management and that's what made it happen so abruptly. Mike Malone held nothing back by saying the move shows that Sacramento management has "no class" and how that message resonates to the owners and GMs around the league. Everyone talks about the fun they had on Christmas break, until Rob decided to shoot Jenners a text to remind him that Draymond Green already has 7 techs, as Jenners bet of "under 10" for the season really starts to implode. That leads us into the incident caught on tape where Draymond was cursing out Buddy Hield on the floor and later saying it was his was of motivating him. Rob sounds off, saying he was never motivated by people yelling at him and had a huge disagreement with a teammate in Houston over that. Which spins us into a conversation about how guys choose to motivate their teammates and what really works. Anthony Edwards got popped $100K for cursing on live TV, and Rob says the big fine was the NBA trying to send a message to players to watch their language on live TV. And we celebrate the return of NBA fights, after Amen Thompson threw down Tyler Herro - and the Marshall-Nurkic suspensions came down in the Dallas-Phoenix fight. We also jump into the College Playoff picks for the quarter finals games this week, which has us all going in different directions. And we close with a Big Shot of the Week to the National Police of Peru for arresting drug dealers on Christmas dressed as the Grinch - and a hilarious round of "It Happened This Year" where we try to remember specifics about stuff that went down in 2024.
The Lakers and Nets made a trade on Sunday morning, with D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three 2nd round picks going to Brooklyn for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Who are the adds, drops, winners and losers? Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris VOTE FOR OLD MAN SQUAD IN THE PODCAST AWARDS! https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/fantasy-betting-gaming-sports-podcast/ Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Buckets, Weekly Schedule Charts & Yahoo Rank Tracker Sheet FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Beats by https://twitter.com/slickrach
The Lakers limp home after a very tough road trip to find the tanking Trailblazers waiting for them in a matchup on Sunday night. But with big performances from Anthony Davis (30 points, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks), Rui Hachimura (23 points, 3-5 on 3's), and D' Angelo Russell (28 points, 14, assists, 5-6 from three), the Lakers were able to get a comfortable lead in the second half before the scrubs lost a chunk of it in a 107-98 Lakers victory. Tune in as the guys share thoughts on the game, how they looked with Lebron James and Austin Reaves out of the lineup, and what's up ahead as the Lakers get some much-needed rest. Plus the conversation goes all over on XBOX, strip clubs, the Dodgers, Juan Soto, and more! It's the Lakers and Blazers on a Sunday night and we're here to cover it all on the Lakers Fast Break Podcast! Get NBA League Pass 40% off today with our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/3eVLjX Joe's new game Coreupt is coming soon! Wish List it here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/23... Enter Microsoft's million-dollar sweepstakes! For your chance to win The Ultimate Giveaway—1 lucky winner gets $1,000,000 (USD) plus 10 winners receive $10,000 (USD) use this link today to enter! https://aka.ms/1M-Promo?rh=3713CD4&re... Lakers Fast Break now has YouTube memberships! Join today at / @lakersfastbreak and for just $2.99 a month, you get access to LFB badges and emojis, channel page recognition, video description recognition, member milestone chats plus a big shout-out from Gerald when he hosts the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018 Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch, on BLUESKY at @lakersfastbreak.bsky.social, e-mail us lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or catch our audio of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast outlet! The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, and Retro City Games! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
Haize dissects the potential trade dynamics between the Chicago Bulls and the Los Angeles Lakers, focusing on the interest in Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic. Haize evaluates the Lakers' trade assets, including future draft picks and players like D'Angelo Russell and Gabe Vincent, while considering the Bulls' strategic needs.The discussion also highlights the performance and potential of players like Matas Buzelis and E.J. Liddell, especially in light of Patrick Williams' injury. As the Bulls prepare for a crucial NBA Cup game against the Boston Celtics, Haize emphasizes the importance of strong defense and efficient shooting to secure a win. Join the conversation for in-depth analysis and Bulls updates.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/BullsCentralPodGet at us:Email: BullsCentralPod@gmail.comTwitter:@BullsCentralPodPhone: (773) 270-2799Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chicago-bulls-central/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Chet Holmgren's left wing fracture sidelines him for 8-10 weeks, casting doubt on the Oklahoma City Thunder's promising start in the NBA. Meanwhile, Giannis Antetokounmpo's frustration with the Milwaukee Bucks sparks trade rumors, and Jimmy Butler's situation with the Miami Heat draws interest from teams like the Spurs.Explore how JJ Redick's strategic lineup changes for the Los Angeles Lakers, including benching D'Angelo Russell, are paying off. Plus, the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive 10-game winning streak raises questions about their potential dominance in the Eastern Conference.Join us for an engaging discussion on these pivotal NBA developments and what they mean for the league's future.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/nbacentralGet at us:Email: NBACentralShow@gmail.comTwitter: @CEOHaizePhone: (773) 270-2799
The Lakers and Suns meet again as an early road test for the Lakers happened on Monday Night in Phoenix. While a good start for the Lakers was welcomed, it was the scoring drought in the second quarter and another at the start of the fourth quarter that did the Lakers leads in as they narrowly lost to the Suns 109-105. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, why LeBron and the bench didn't perform as needed, the defensive concerns for D' Angelo Russell, what the next game on the road trip looks like for the team, and what positives we can take from today's game. It's the Lakers and Suns at in once again and we're bringing the analysis to you right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Get NBA League Pass 10% off today with our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/3eVLjX Joe's new game Coreupt is coming soon! Wish List it here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2360770/Coreupt/ Enter Microsoft's million-dollar sweepstakes! For your chance to win The Ultimate Giveaway—1 lucky winner gets $1,000,000 (USD) plus 10 winners receive $10,000 (USD) use this link today to enter! https://aka.ms/1M-Promo?rh=3713CD4&ref=1M Lakers Fast Break now has YouTube memberships! Join today at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQa0G1GLHIo7RRmN5_uaqA/join and for just $2.99 a month, you get access to LFB badges and emojis, channel page recognition, video description recognition, member milestone chats plus a big shout-out from Gerald when he hosts the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw and Legend350 on his new channel https://www.youtube.com/@UCOZ69zK4btu9OlG9zFnlRRQ Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, and Retro City Games! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
D'Angelo Russell | Stories of Kobe, LeBron, and Steph | Having the ultimate confidence and more
28-year-old Louisville native and NBA player D'Angelo Russell unveiled a new basketball court in Algonquin Park. He donated $100,000 to improve the courts at the park. This is where he developed his love of basketball and his skills. STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/nba-player-louisville-native-dangelo-russell-unveils-new-basketball-court-at-algonquin-park/
LeBron James according to reports is planning to opt out of the final year of his contract and become a free agent. The guys from lakerholics.com are here to speculate if LeBron will return to the Lakers on a longer deal, and if he will give the Lakers a hometown discount. Plus they talk about D'Angelo Russell and Jaxson Hayes also opting in and what that does for the team's options and also their disappointment over the Dejounte Murray trade. All this and let the NBA Free Agency talk begin as we speculate on what other pieces the team can still add. LeBron opts out, but will he opt back in with the Lakers? Find out the thoughts of the Lakerholics as part of another great Lakers Weekend on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @court_report and Upside Swings on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! @the_legend350 YouTube channel subscribe today! John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PCs and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, Larry Lakers Dribbling Chat Chat, and Retro City Games! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
The opinions are still divisive as Bronny James gets set with his NBA career after being drafted by the Lakers. Was this a good move for the team, or will this bring in more distractions for a team already full of them? Tune in as we weigh in with more thoughts on the drafting of Bronny and why Lakers fans are upset about today's Dejounte Murray trade to New Orleans. Is it bad now that we are committing to another Lakers family reunion? Plus BREAKING NEWS: D' Angelo Russell opts into the final year of his contract at 18.7 million, is it good for the Lakers? Find out on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @court_report and Upside Swings on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! @the_legend350 YouTube channel subscribe today at https://www.youtube.com/ John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PCs and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, Larry Lakers Dribbling Chat Chat, and Retro City Games! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
John Costa arrives on the weekend as the spotlight is on both Lakers Corner and lakerholics.com! Tune in as they talk about the Lakers officially getting the #17 pick in this year's draft, the Lakers coaching search, D'Angelo Russell, and more! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @court_report and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://tinyurl.com/39yb4ta3, check it out! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, Larry Lakers Dribbling Chat Chat, and Retro City Games! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
With the Lakers already the hot spot for the latest rumors, news, and NBA innuendo, one of the questions that remain is what the Lakers will do with D'Angelo Russell. Tune in as the guys from the Lakers Fast Break provide some insight on D'Angelo's options for free agency and if a return to LA could be in order. Plus the guys recap the night that was in the NBA Playoffs as well. Is DLo coming back for more simply a formality? Or could he be heading somewhere else? We'll discuss as we start another great Lakers weekend on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @court_report and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://ofpprinting-1219ab74-09fa-4466-8790-65c6efcafdb3.printavo.com/merch/lakers-fast-break so get your merch today from your friends at the Lakers Fast Break! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, Larry Lakers Dribbling Chat Chat, Lakers Corner, and Retro City Games! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
The Lakers and Nuggets clashed one more time as they faced off in Denver for game five of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. And with the Lakers playing valiantly they stayed in the hunt throughout, but missed free throws and layups and giving up offensive rebounds, plus AD hurting his shoulder in the third quarter, was the difference between staying alive and falling short as the Lakers say 1-2-3 Cancun with a devastating 108-106 loss in game five. Tune in as the guys recap the game, speculate on the future of Darvin Ham, Rob Pelinka, Lebron James, and D' Angelo Russell, and provide insight on what's next for the Los Angeles Lakers. We're always here for you all year long covering the Los Angeles Lakers like no one else on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Stone Hansen on Twitter @court_report and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- https://www.youtube.com/@UCK5a8gQuHatSHCe6iEgNH5w and Lakers Corner- https://www.youtube.com/@UCPVus5ukOvYFmy098vv9qhw Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at https://ofpprinting-1219ab74-09fa-4466-8790-65c6efcafdb3.printavo.com/merch/lakers-fast-break so get your merch today from your friends at the Lakers Fast Break! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter. If you have questions, give us a shout-out on Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Kick, Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook, or send us your thoughts to lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or become a supporter of the Lakers Fast Break today at https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything. Presented by our friends at lakerholics.com, lakersball.com, Pop Culture Cosmos, Inside Sports Fantasy Football, Vampires and Vitae, SynBlades.com, YouTube's John Mikaelian, the novel Congratulations, You Suck (available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble), The Happy Hoarder, EmpireJeffTV, Larry Lakers Dribbling Chat Chat, Lakers Corner, and Retro City Games! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lakers-fast-break/support
Join El Uno and TreB the Wonder on this episode of the Straight Dope Show as they dive into the world of basketball playoffs. From dissecting the performances of teams like the Kings and the Warriors to discussing the potential of underdog teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves, this episode is filled with insightful analysis and entertaining banter. Discover their candid opinions on players like D'Angelo Russell and the coaching strategies of teams in the playoffs. With humor, passion, and a deep understanding of the game, El Uno and Treb provide a unique perspective on the current NBA season. Tune in to the Straight Dope Show for a refreshing take on basketball and sports culture.
Hour 3 of The Drive has the odds for who’s expected to be the most likely Denver Bronco after the 1st Round next week. Zach and Phil breakdown who else is on the Broncos radar according to the odds. | Coach Prime continues to explain why the Buffs aren’t off track even though guys are transferring a lot. Zach and Phil try to see it from his point of view. | Mike Trudell, Sideline Reporter for The Los Angeles Lakers, joins The Drive. Mike talks about what the Lakers are thinking going into this series. Mike also gives way to the idea of someone “trying” to slow down Nikola Jokic. Mike details the biggest differences between the Lakers from last year and the Lakers from this year. Mike explains why D’Angelo Russell may be the X-Factor for the Lakers this year. | Adam Schefter is reporting that Washington is all in on Jayden Daniels, but Jayden isn’t sure about Washington. Does this affect the Denver Broncos in any way?
It's official. The Pistons wrapped up the worst season in franchise history and have announced that they are in search of new leadership. Wes and Blake breakdown what that search means for the immediate future of this roster, as well as Monty Williams and Troy Weaver. They discuss reasons Jalen Duren is not just another Andre Drummond, if the Pistons should pursue D'Angelo Russell or Pat Williams, and reminisce about Blake Griffin in Detroit. We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode! You can watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter @TheRealWesD3 Follow Blake Silverman on Twitter @BlakeSilverman Follow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter @DetroitBadBoys
Things are getting really tight in the Western Conference, and number of combinations and permutations when it comes to potential end-of-the-year standings could make your eyes bleed. The Lakers could still finish anywhere from 6th (with a lot of help) to 10th (if they don't help themselves). And suffice to say, if they have any prayer of rising higher than their current lot (9th) they need to win out, starting tonight at home against the Warriors. It's the last home game of the regular season, and the Lakers can either solidify the opportunity to host at least one of their (potentially) two play-in games, or leave themselves vulnerable to having to win two games on the road just to make the main draw. Win, on the other hand, and everything from eight to six is still live, at least for another day. It won't be easy. The Warriors are playing very good basketball after a season of wild swings. In that sense, they're a lot like the Lakers. That's true both looking at their paths this season, and the overarching questions about each team's future. But for now, it's about winning whatever advantages are left on the table to take. LeBron James should be back from the illness that kept him out of Sunday's loss to Minnesota, but there's still no word on the availability of Anthony Davis (eye.) Meanwhile, there was interesting talk on this week's edition of The Hoop Collective on ESPN, with Brian Windhorst. The conversation turned to D'Angelo Russell, and his player option for next year. Windhorst believes Russell will opt out of that year, having a) outplayed it over the course of this year, and b) not wanting to enter next season as an expiring contract leaving him once again on the trade block basically from moment one. So if he does opt out, would that mean an end to his Lakers career? Would the team be interested in giving him a new deal? If they aren't... what's next? HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: Lakers vs. Warriors. Do any of the other games in the season series provide clues about tonight's result? SEGMENT 2: LA and Golden State have more in common than they'd probably like. SEGMENT 3: What does the future hold for D'Lo in LA? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Stitch FixStyle that makes you feel as good as you look—get started today at StitchFix.com/LOCKEDONNissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARENTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – win or lose! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
Some interesting news of late for the Lakers ahead of the third game of a thus-far undefeated road trip. First, D'Angelo Russell told Hoopshype that he'd like to remain a Laker if possible, but also implied that he'll be weighing his options this offseason, including his contract player option. The season began with everyone assuming D'Lo would be traded before the deadline. Instead, he's having arguably the best season of his career. He's always been a polarizing player, but has the performance shifted perceptions? Where could he potentially go?Also, Shams Charania reported that Gabe Vincent could be available for action soon, maybe even Sunday in Brooklyn. Obviously, there have been reports of Vincent's imminent return, only to prove premature. But Vincent has actually been ramping up of late. Assuming he's able to play, how difficult will integrating a player who's only got five games with his teammates under his belt? Is the effort actually worth it as the Lakers try to hit their stride and climb the standings?HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky... featuring special guest Allen Sliwa, 710 ESPN SEGMENT 1: D'Angelo wants to remain a Laker... and also has leverage over the team. SEGMENT 2: What options around the league would D'Lo have this summer? SEGMENT 3: Can the Lakers integrate Vincent into the rotation with just a handful of games to do it? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TVFire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a constant supply of the latest videos from your favorite sports brands, all for free. That includes all of us at Locked On and most of the big pro leagues and college conferences as well. To Learn More, visit www.amazon.com/LockedOnFireTVNissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
It was not exactly the sort of inspired, confidence building effort the Lakers probably hoped for, but in the end it was enough for LA to get what it needed—a win. They beat the visiting, and badly slumping, Philadelphia 76ers 101-94 Friday night at the Crypt. The game was tight throughout, until down the stretch when the Lakers pushed the pedal down a little harder than the Sixers could manage. There were some notable performances, starting with Anthony Davis and his 23/19 line. Spencer Dinwiddie had his best game as a Laker (by a lot), playing high end defense while chipping in with 11 points in 23 minutes. There were even more subpar ones, however. LeBron James was inefficient and a turnover machine (TK overall). D'Angelo and Rui Hachimura weren't exactly models of consistent production, either. Outside of Dinwiddie's points, the Lakers had only five more from the bench. And they turned the ball over 28,502 times. Ok, it was only 21, but that's a lot, and it's what kept a vastly inferior team in the game. But, in the end, the Lakers go tthe win they needed, and even gained a game on Golden State after the Warriors took a surprising home loss to the Pacers (who will be in LA to face the Lakers on Sunday). Every bit of breathing room over the Warriors in the 9/10 battle matters, and meanwhile the Lakers kept the dream of moving up alive. In the spirit of that other big basketball event happening around the country, survive and advance. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Stitch FixStyle that makes you feel as good as you look—get started today at StitchFix.com/LOCKEDONNissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARSor more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
Nesta semana, Denis Botana e Danilo Silvestre falam sobre a frustrante temporada do Los Angeles Lakers. Depois de anos sofrendo com lesões, LeBron James e Anthony Davis jogaram juntos mais do que nunca, D'Angelo Russell se encontrou e todos julgavam que a offseason havia sido produtiva. Por que o time está em décimo lugar no Oeste? Darvin Ham é sempre o culpado? Também vamos falar sobre a queda brusca de pontuação no meio da temporada dos recordes ofensivos, será que a NBA mexeu em alguma coisa? No Kero Todas Opiniões KTO falamos sobre a chegada de Mãozinha à NBA e dos lances espetaculares de Anthony Edwards e Kyrie Irving. No Both Teams Played Hard respondemos perguntas sobre culpa por demissão, fotos da Sandy pelada, se apaixonar pela namorada do amigo e ter o amigo ficando com sua crush. ... |OS PARÇAS DO BOLA PRESA| ASSINE O BOLA PRESA NO SPARKLE E RECEBA CONTEÚDO EXCLUSIVO - São planos de R$14 e R$20 reais e mais de 80 podcasts para apoiadores R$20 por mês - https://pay.hotmart.com/X69757823R?off=93ealtid R$14 por mês - https://pay.hotmart.com/X69757823R?off=unvujjks MOMENTO ALURA: Ganhe 15% de desconto na Alura em https://alura.tv/bolapresa - CUPOM: bolapresa15 São mais de 1000 cursos em dezenas de áreas que podem te ajudar a CATAPULTAR sua carreira IMERSÃO PYTHON GRATUITA - https://alura.tv/bolapresa-imersãopython O BOLA PRESA É PARCEIRO DA KTO Receba 20% de bônus no primeiro depósito com o cupom BPRESA e faça suas apostas ... NESTE EPISÓDIOntrodução do tema - 00:30Carinha do Jabá - 3:11Los Angeles Lakers - 6:01Queda na pontuação - 36:58Momento Alura - 54:23 KTO Kero Todas Opiniões - 59:36Both Teams Played Hard - 1:09:19
On Monday, we discussed how the Lakers were entering a critical stretch of games that could make or break the quest to, at minimum, maintain the nine seed in the play-in standings, if not actually rise higher. Why? Because most of these games, starting with tonight's against Atlanta, are against bad opponents. Thus, it was critical to immediately bag a win. Well, 136-105 over the Hawks certainly fits that bill. Just as importantly, Anthony Davis returned to the lineup after leaving Saturday's loss to the Warriors with an eye injury. He'd been listed as questionable leading up to the game, and there had been some worries about whether, at minimum, he wouldn't be able to suit up for his one. Instead, he dominated to the tune of 22/15/6. In the meantime, D'Angelo Russell's 27 points featured six made threes, tying him with Nick Van Exel for the franchise's single season for record three-pointers. Throw in nice performances from LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves and Max Christie, and the Lakers cruised to victory. What to make it of all moving forward? Andy talks with special guest Claire de lune (@Clairempls), who covers the NBA for The Guardian. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, special guest Claire de lune. SEGMENT 1: The Lakers get an easy but critical win over the Hawks. SEGMENT 2: D'Angelo Russell ties a Lakers franchise record, indicative of a storm he's weathered. SEGMENT 3: Claire has some issues with how the Lakers are covered in the national media. We discuss. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch FixStyle that makes you feel as good as you look—get started today at StitchFix.com/LOCKEDON NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply. eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month. PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARSor more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
The Lakers, after losing Wednesday in Sacramento, are running out of ways to make progress in the Western Conference playoff race. They currently sit in ninth, and while the literal number of games by which they trail the teams in front of them isn't crazy, it's big enough that with 15 games to go, making up ground will be tricky. Especially since the Lakers only own a tiebreaker on Phoenix, who are three games in front of them heading into Thursday's games. They're a game up on Golden State for 10th. It's starting to look like the Lakers could be locked into the 9/10 slots, and if they're not careful, 10 becomes more likely. A lot could be cleared up on Saturday when the Lakers take on the Warriors at Staples. A win puts LA in the driver's seat to host the 9/10 game. A loss makes it much more likely to play that game on the road, and therefore win two games away from the Crypt in order to advance to the big boy playoffs. One big reason for the team's inconsistency of late is Anthony Davis, who isn't playing poorly by any stretch, but in March hasn't dominated the way he has for most of the season. Scoring and efficiency are both down, and the difference makes a huge impact on the Lakers, who need Davis to be playing at the first-team All NBA level he's been at for most of the season. Finally, D'Angelo Russell created a stir this week after Dave McMenamin at ESPN posted a great story about Russell's arc as a Laker, from his arrival last year, though a rough end to the playoffs, and into this season trying to build a relationship with Darvin Ham. There was a ton of interesting stuff in it, both related to Russell himself and how he navigates his career, but also regarding comments about Darvin Ham, and team culture generally. HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers are dangerously close to being locked into the 9/10 spot in the West. SEGMENT 2: AD has been less consistent this month, and the impact is noticeable. SEGMENT 3: D'Angelo Russell speaks! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Stitch FixStyle that makes you feel as good as you look—get started today at StitchFix.com/LOCKEDONNissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelGet buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your bet wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
Well that was improbable, and it was amazing. Playing without LeBron James, and with a one-armed Anthony Davis (who hurt his left shoulder early in the second half, but finished the game despite not being able to lift his left arm in any meaningful way) the Lakers registered a 123-122 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, the 2nd best team in the Eastern Conference. There have been a few moments this year when the Lakers, who have had some maddening collapses and failures, the most recent on Wednesday against the Kings, came through with wins built primarily on heart and effort. Winning in Boston without LeBron and AD, and this one being the most prominent. 44 points, a career high, from D'Angelo Russell, who hit the game winner. A game-clinching block from Spencer Dinwiddie on Damian Lillard, forcing him right and stuffing the stepback. A key 3-pointer from Rui Hachimura. Big energy from Jaxson Hayes. 18 points from Austin Reaves. Everyone who played did something to contribute. But nobody, of course, did more than Russell. What a game! With the win, the Lakers move back into ninth, and keep the critical eighth spot within reach. It doesn't get much easier from here, but the Lakers still have some life from a seeding perspective. Hopefully the injury news (on James and Davis) isn't too bad. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelGet buckets with your first bet on FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your bet wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
The NBA trade deadline is Thursday, and for the time being at least things are looking kinda quiet. The Lakers are still connected to just about every player on the market (Atlanta's Dejounte Murray, Toronto's Bruce Brown, Chicago's DeMar DeRozan, Brooklyn's forward combo of Dorian Finney-Smith and Royce O'Neale) but that doesn't necessarily mean there will be much action.It's a seller's market, and the prizes aren't automatically worth a major premium.In a perfect world, the Lakers could add one of the players above without giving up a significant member of the rotation (or critical draft capital), but that's not the world in which we live. So will they make a deal for Murray, and send (likely) D'Angelo Russell packing (again)? Could they pull smaller deals to add depth and make a run basically with what they've got?How aggressive should they be? On the one hand, they've got a little momentum, and have shown the ability to beat anyone. On the other... they're two games over .500, and while last year's surprise run showed anything can happen, last year and this year aren't mirror images.It's tough being Rob Pelinka. The Lakers might only get one real swing at improving. Can they compromise offseason opportunities for (potentially limited) short term gain? How much pressure is LeBron James putting on the team? Is he even in position to do the leverage thing anymore?Finally, Russell was unusually candid about his approach to the trade rumors that have followed him around basically since he inked his deal with the team last summer.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: With only a day or so left before the trade deadline, where do things stand?SEGMENT 2: How aggressive should the Lakers be?SEGMENT 3: D'Lo and the deadline.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your best bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, our panelists delve into the hot topics of the NBA world. From debating the potential trade of Draymond Green by the GSW to discussing the strategic use of load management by players, they leave no stone unturned. The panel also sparks a lively conversation on whether Michael Jordan is an overrated defender. Further, the trade talks continue with insights on DeMar DeRozan, Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown, BojanBogdanovic, Kyle Kuzma, Malcolm Brogdon, Jerami Grant, Zach LaVine, Austin Reeves, and D'Angelo Russell. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on the future moves and potential destinations for these basketball stars! Welcome to The Panel, the NBA debate show that brings the heat, sparks passionate discussions, and dives headfirst into the world of basketball like never before! If you're a hardcore NBA fan, a hoop junkie, or just someone who loves intense sports debates, you've found your weekly destination. Join us every weekday for a live, high-octane experience where we dissect, dispute, and celebrate all things NBA.
Welcome back, basketball fans! In this week's episode of The9450: Codename NBA, hosts Daniel Artest (DA) and Lauren Sanders (Lolo) dive into the hottest topics in the NBA. Strap in for an action-packed episode as we break down the latest thrilling moments on the court and discuss the biggest headlines from around the league. Topics: Lakers Win a Classic Game A nail-biter as the Lakers triumph over the Warriors 145-144! LeBron James puts on a legendary performance with 36 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists. Is LeBron and Steph Curry's rivalry the new standard in the NBA? D'Angelo Russell's Resurgence D'Angelo Russell's impressive stats over the past few weeks. Should the Lakers pull him off the trade block, or is patience the key? NBA Scoring Explosion Luka Dončić drops 73 points in a win, while Devin Booker scores 62 in a loss. Is it time for the NBA to shift focus back to defense? Doc Rivers Takes on Milwaukee Bucks Head Coaching Role Doc Rivers discusses his plans for getting the Bucks back on track. What changes can we expect with Rivers at the helm? NBA All-Star Starters Named Biggest Snub: Jalen Brunson. Biggest Surprise: Small markets getting appreciation, SGA over Steph Curry, Tyrese Haliburton voted in as an East starter. Should the All-Star format shift to a USA vs WORLD matchup with the influx of overseas superstars? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the9450hoops/message
The Lakers have a big decision coming. They are, by most reports, the frontrunners to acquire Atlanta guard Dejounte Murray. The 27 year old is enjoying arguably his best season as a pro, averaging over 21 points a game, on 47.1% shooting and 39% from beyond the arc (both career highs).Reputationally, at least, Murray is a solid defender. No question in his first few years in the league, he built a high end reputation on that side of the ball.So would he improve the Lakers, should the rumored deal (D'Angelo Russell, a draft pick, and perhaps an addition like Jalen Hood-Schifino) go through?We talked about it with Brad Rowland, host of Locked On Hawks. He's done the hard work of watching Atlanta basketball, and therefore has a front row seat into the Murray experience. What does he do well? How pure a point guard is he? Where do the points come from? Is the outside shooting a mirage, or something sustainable?What about on the other end? Is his reputation as a defender still deserved? Where has he fallen off in Atlanta, and could it be restored playing higher leverage games with a team trying to compete?The reasons for making a deal extend beyond this year's team. If the Lakers really like Murray and see him as a potentially foundational piece, acquiring him now makes sense. But would it be smarter to hold on to assets into the summer, when bigger trades might be had? You can only trade players/picks once, after all.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: Scouting Dejounte Murray with Brad Rowland. Looking at his offense.SEGMENT 2: What about the defense?SEGMENT 3: Reaction. What is appealing, what not so much, about the prospect of a Murray trade?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GrammarlyWhen it comes to writing, Grammarly is there to support you from start to finish. With one click, you can easily and easily brainstorm, rewrite, and reply with suggestions based on your context and goals. Go to grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today. HungryrootHungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They've got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. Just go to Hungryroot.com/LOCKEDON, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelRight now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED when you place a FIVE DOLLAR BET. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to The Panel, the NBA debate show that brings the heat, sparks passionate discussions, and dives headfirst into the world of basketball like never before! If you're a hardcore NBA fan, a hoop junkie, or just someone who loves intense sports debates, you've found your weekly destination. Join us every weekday for a live, high-octane experience where we dissect, dispute, and celebrate all things NBA. In this episode, our panelists discuss that Doc Rivers is perhaps the most disrespected coach in the NBA. Controversial scenarios are explored, such as whether Carmelo Anthony would win more rings if he had been drafted by the Pistons instead of iconic figures like Wade, Bosh, and Bron. The panelists also weigh in on Doc Rivers potentially leading the Bucks to another NBA Championship and engage in a heated debate on whether the 2013 Clippers had the makings of a championship roster. Bill Russell's standing in the GOAT debate is scrutinized, as well as D'Angelo Russell's trade value. The panelist also discussed how a championship and Finals MVP accolade could shape Kevin Durant's legacy, prompting comparisons with D-Wade in the all-time rankings. Don't miss this episode packed with basketball insights and debates!
Why Houston Rockets Are Committed To Jalen Green + D'Angelo Russell & Malcolm Brogdon Trade Targets?Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost Rockets Wire Editor Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) to discuss Houston Rockets injury updates to Jabari Smith Jr., Tari Eason, Fred VanVleet, and Jeff Green ahead of Wednesday night's matchup with the Portland Trailblazers, why the Rockets are stilling committed to finding Jalen Green a role on a winning team, and D'Angelo Russell and Malcolm Brogdon as possible targets ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline.#Rockets #NBA #TradeFollow Ben & Rockets Wire: https://twitter.com/BenDuBose & https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/
Despite Sunday's win over Portland, the social media universe was filled with photo after photo and clip after clip of sad, sad Lakers players. Guys who didn't seem to be happy they won.At the center of the conversation, of course, was D'Angelo Russell.There was the picture of him "crying" on the bench. The on-court interview with sideline reporter Mike Trudell. His postgame media session, in which he seemed down and introspective after scoring a team-high 34 points. The "it'll be ok, we can still be friends" shoulder rub from Austin Reaves.Russell is at the core of every discussion about trades. He's the name everyone has assumed would be dealt once the terms of his contract were reported. So it gets to a few big questions: Should the Lakers move him? And for what? Should anyone expect that this stretch of time for him, ahead of the Feb. 8 deadline, would be anything but unpleasant? The answer to #1 is dependent on the return, and at the very least needs to be done with a full understanding of the skill set that needs to be replaced. #2? No normal athlete with any pride in their craft or their value (Russell has both) would be immune to the pressures of the pre-deadline period.Nobody needs to weep for D'Lo, but it's also a good idea not to get in the habit of reading into every single still photo or short video clip, especially when ultimately it's done to confirm existing hopes/biases.But should the Lakers move him for Atlanta's Dejounte Murray, there could be a less-discussed silver lining in it for LA.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: Is it a no-brainer to trade D'Angelo Russell?SEGMENT 2: D'Lo and the "Vibes" police.SEGMENT 3: The pressures of the deadline get to every player if there name is in the rumors.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GrammarlyWhen it comes to writing, Grammarly is there to support you from start to finish. With one click, you can easily and easily brainstorm, rewrite, and reply with suggestions based on your context and goals. Go to grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today. HungryrootHungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They've got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. Just go to Hungryroot.com/LOCKEDON, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelRight now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED when you place a FIVE DOLLAR BET. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday's embarrassing loss at home to Brooklyn doesn't disappear from the record, but the Lakers were in many ways granted a do-over Sunday, facing a really bad Portland team, once again at the Crypt.This time, they did it right, taking control early and (in a nice twist) not letting the Blazers back in. And certainly not collapsing in the third quarter. As a result, they started the week with a 134-110 win, and got to keep the minutes for LeBron James (31) and Anthony Davis (26:22) delightfully low.Had they just done this on Friday, too, everyone would be feeling good about a Lakers team sitting two games over .500 with a chance to add a few more wins over the next 10 days. Instead, they're back to .500. It beats the alternative, but speaks to the different ways the Lakers have shot themselves in the foot over the course of this season.Sunday, the Lakers got a huge performance from D'Angelo Russell (34 points, eight assists, two blocks, zero turnovers), plus a typically solid LeBron (28/5/5) and Davis (14 points, 14 rebounds. Austin Reaves had 15 points, Cam Reddish returned to the lineup with 10 points.It was a good palate cleanser, one in which the team's defensive pressure put a bad Portland team in really uncomfortable positions and the offense had a pretty easy go. So now it's on to a tough game against the Clippers Tuesday, then back a slate of very winnable games (Chicago, Golden State, Houston, Atlanta), now on the road instead of home.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers thump Portland behind 34 from Russell.SEGMENT 2: D'Lo seems intent on making the choice to trade him harder.SEGMENT 3: More lineup shuffling on Sunday.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GrammarlyWhen it comes to writing, Grammarly is there to support you from start to finish. With one click, you can easily and easily brainstorm, rewrite, and reply with suggestions based on your context and goals. Go to grammarly.com/PODCAST to download for FREE today. HungryrootHungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They've got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. Just go to Hungryroot.com/LOCKEDON, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelRight now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED when you place a FIVE DOLLAR BET. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One reason the Lakers have managed to play more competitively over the last few games, including wins in four of six, is the improved play of D'Angelo Russell, who looks a lot more like the guy who was the Lakers best player not named Anthony or LeBron for the first month of the season. Russell's 29 points against Dallas on Wednesday was a reminder that whether you see him as the team's third best player, fourth best, or maybe even something after that, he's got certain skills that aren't easily replicated around the roster.He's the most likely player outside the stars to pop off for 30 points, for example. He's also the best non-LeBron organizer and facilitator on the squad. His point guard skills aren't replicated by Austin Reaves, for examples.So when he plays well, the Lakers look like a different team. When he plays well AND LeBron and AD are on? The Lakers can appear genuinely dangerous.He is, and this is just the reality of it, the most likely player on the roster to be used as trade bait. But it means the Lakers really need to consider carefully what they're getting back should they decide to make a move.Meanwhile, Darvin Ham seems to have settled on the nine guys he wants to give playing time to in a coherent rotation, with Cam Reddish and Gabe Vincent out, and Jaxson Hayes (rightly) deemed unplayable. But what will that look like when Reddish is available to play? And how does this relative health impact the guy many Lakers fans love to hate, Taurean Prince?Finally, starting tonight against Brooklyn, the Lakers have a run of winnable games between now and the February 8th trade deadline. Of the 10 between now and then, only three come against high end teams (the Clippers, Boston and New York). Having not capitalized on the bulk of their run of home games, the Lakers really, really need to make hay now, both to make up ground in the Western Conference and to settle questions ahead of the deadline.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: D'Angelo Russell, X-factor.SEGMENT 2: The rotation is set now, right?SEGMENT 3: Gotta make some waves in a good stretch of schedule.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalEmpower yourself when you purchase a Jase Case, providing you with a personal supply of 5 antibiotics that treat 50+ infections. Get yours today at jasemedical.com and use code LOCKEDON to get $20 off your order.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelRight now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED when you place a FIVE DOLLAR BET. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the past two games, D'Angelo Russell has left Crypto.com Arena without speaking to the media. Sunday against the Clippers, it was after playing pretty well over 31 minutes, and then on Tuesday after another solid showing, but this time in only 17.So what gives?Is Russell expressing displeasure at a role that has fluctuated pretty significantly since he was removed from the starting lineup? Is he trying to avoid conversations about the trade deadline, where his name is, and will remain, a perpetual part of things? Is it a matter of not being able to say something nice, so he would rather avoid saying anything at all? Especially something that would end up creating real controversy or headlines? (Or more importantly, headaches for teammates who would then have to answer questions about him ... something skipping postgame media doesn't do.)And in the end, if it doesn't make his teammates' life harder or impact his performance when he does play, does any of this really matter?But it's worth asking whether the Lakers would be better off finding more minutes for Russell. Flawed as he is, Russell is one of the team's five best players (easily).Finally, Thursday's game against the Suns is another example of a game the Lakers need to win against a team that is vulnerable, but probably better than the record suggests, at least when the big three of Durant, Booker and Beal can play. And Saturday's game against Utah? The one that looked like a cupcake matchup a couple weeks back?Not anymore.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: D'Angelo Russell isn't speaking to the media.SEGMENT 2: Does it really matter?SEGMENT 3: The Lakers need to keep winning to get themselves into the top 6, because the conference is starting to spread out.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalEmpower yourself when you purchase a Jase Case, providing you with a personal supply of 5 antibiotics that treat 50+ infections. Get yours today at jasemedical.com and use code LOCKEDON to get $20 off your order. BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelRight now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED when you place a FIVE DOLLAR BET. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wednesday's game to kick off the road trip was supposed to be the "easy" one for the Lakers. A sub-.500 Bulls team in Chicago.Well, maybe it will be the easiest, but it still didn't go well for the Lakers. They lose 124-108, and are completely out of sorts on both sides of the ball. Wednesday, they came out of the gate with energy—LeBron James was very aggressive from the jump—but as Chicago made shots, the Lakers couldn't respond. And then once again, they found themselves down big, and playing uphill.Over the course of 48 minutes, the Lakers looked disorganized and confused. It was the opposite of their best moments this season, where the execution was sharp and the team played with confidence and swagger. There was none of that on either side of the ball, probably most exemplified by the game D'Angelo Russell played. Only two points and two assists, and even when he was doing good things, moving the offense along, he did it with a level of passivity that must be disturbing to the coaching staff.But he's not alone. The attention to detail has cratered, and the Lakers are getting pounded on all the all the little things.And they need to figure it out quickly, because it doesn't get any easier.Darvin Ham certainly has a lot of work to do, trying to establish a rotation (they welcomed back Gabe Vincent on Wednesday) while players are moving in and out, and he's clearly losing faith in certain players on the roster (here's looking at you, backup centers).This is as bad as they've looked all season. What can turn it around?HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers get blown out in Chicago.SEGMENT 2: Gabe Vincent returns, but the Lakers still have a continuity problem.SEGMENT 3: Russell needs his swagger back.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive deep into the Golden State Warriors and Draymond Green. Did the Minnesota Timberwolves effectively end the Warriors dynasty? Did D' Angelo Russell in a roundabout way help the Minnesota Timberwolves rebuild? And… It is officially trade season in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive deep into the Golden State Warriors and Draymond Green. Did the Minnesota Timberwolves effectively end the Warriors dynasty? Did D' Angelo Russell in a roundabout way help the Minnesota Timberwolves rebuild? And… It is officially trade season in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige dive deep into the Golden State Warriors and Draymond Green. Did the Minnesota Timberwolves effectively end the Warriors dynasty? Did D' Angelo Russell in a roundabout way help the Minnesota Timberwolves rebuild? And… It is officially trade season in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Lakers were down a point with just over two minutes remaining Monday in Miami. And they were down a point when time expired. They had five possessions to try and take the lead, but missed four shots and committed an offensive foul. The result was a 108-107 loss to the Heat. And it was a tale of contrasts, because on the one hand, the Lakers played without Jared Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes (while welcoming Taurean Prince back into the lineup). Anthony Davis left in the third quarter with spasms in his hip, and then D'Angelo Russell was ejected in the second half for arguing calls.So it took a seriously gritty, high-end effort to stay in this one, given how few bodies were available to them down the stretch. On the other, they had a chance to win. Multiple chances, really, and couldn't get a bucket to fall. Add this one to the loss against Sacramento where the Lakers missed a chance to win a game against a good team, on the road.Individually, these don't hurt that much, especially given the context (shorthanded, on the road, good opponent, etc.) but over time piling up too many games you don't win when you could? That can hurt them in the standings, for sure.So the Lakers are now 3-4 heading into Wednesday's game against the Rockets in Houston. They're not sure yet if Davis will play (even though AD said with great confidence after the game that he'd be ready to go), or if Hayes and/or Hachimura will be available (because Vanderbilt and Vincent definitely won't). The Rockets throttled the Kings Monday night at home. They're not a patsy right now.The Lakers will need to play a strong game to avoid going 3-5, heading to Phoenix on Friday.One thing that would have helped them in a big way Monday? Having Russell on the floor might have allowed someone else to take the final shot instead of Cam Reddish. It would have given Darvin Ham another live body on a night he was lacking in them. And at the very least, it's inexcusable for Russell to get himself chucked from the game in that context.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers lose a frustrating game, though it came with an admirable level of effort.SEGMENT 2: Is Anthony Davis going to miss games with a hip injury?SEGMENT 3: D'Angelo Russell screwed up big time on Monday.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.Jase MedicalGet $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It wasn't pretty, but the Lakers got it done on the second night of a back-to-back, facing a much improved Orlando Magic team at the Crypt. Final score, 106-103, and on a night where LeBron James was present and game—but fairly inefficient and looked very much like a near-40 year old playing on consecutive nights—the Lakers needed Anthony Davis to be a scary, scary monster on the floor.And man alive, he was terrifying, if you're a Magic fan.26 points, 19 rebounds, five assists, a steal and three blocks. And perhaps even more importantly, Davis was everywhere on defense, looking every bit like the best player on that side of the ball in this or any other basketball league. But it wasn't just Davis. D'Angelo Russell, who has done just about everything else well in the early going except shoot from the perimeter, got the shot going on Monday. He was 10-14 from the floor (including 3-6 from downtown) en route to 28 points and eight assists. The flow of his game was strong, he set up teammates for success, and finally found a little of his own.That he played well despite the tough results with the jumper was encouraging. If he can get back to his norms and keep the rest? Look out.Christian Wood was also excellent, playing a huge role down the stretch on the glass and giving the Lakers length to combat the Magic. Wood hasn't scored in any prolific way as a Laker, but through four games has put out real effort defensively and is fitting in exactly as the Lakers had hoped. If the Lakers keep winning, likely Wood continues in this direction, because as Darvin Ham noted after the game, nobody wants to be the guy who starts chirping when things go well, or seems to be undermining success.The Lakers are still waiting for Austin Reaves to get it going. Reaves was, technically at least, better on Monday night than Sunday, but overall is still performing well below expectations, and the Lakers/Reaves need to figure out why ASAP, because this thing is built with the idea Reaves will be a highly productive player. And the team's top end demands he be that guy, too.Finally, Rui Hachimura has an eye contusion, suffered in Sunday's OT loss. That might have been the reason he didn't play late in Sunday's game.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers win behind a monster, and much needed, game from A.D., who since the second half of the opener has been dominant.SEGMENT 2: D'Angelo Russell has been very good. Reaves... not.SEGMENT 3: Derek Fisher's non-high flyer act, and Christian Wood buying in.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Among the better stories of a very strong preseason for the Los Angeles Lakers has been the play of D'Angelo Russell. His offense has been outstanding, including some red hot shooting from the perimeter, and improvements in his ability to attack the rim and finish effectively. The change of speed has been very effective, and he's been a leader in setting up his teammates.In short, he's a big reason the Lakers offense has been so strong.But the other thing that has stood out? Russell's work on defense. Not that he's some sort of DPOY candidate, but the attention to detail and an understanding that what happened last year, where defense was a big reason he was played off the floor in the Western Conference Finals, something he does not want to have happen again. On Sunday, Russell noted that he's tried now to pattern his game after Celtics point guard Derrick White, someone who he says doesn't get a lot of credit for simply being a winning player who makes winning plays. Not an All-Star, not an All NBA type, but someone who does the little things that contribute to being a truly great team.It was a very surprising name, surely, to most NBA fans. But one that makes a ton of sense for a guy like Russell.Meanwhile, Russell says he's not motivated by making another All-Star team, which, as it turns out, is the best way to actually make another one. The same holds for Anthony Davis and an MVP or DPOY, Austin Reaves and MIP, or Rui Hachimura for 6MOY. The Lakers have talked much more about process and winning, and enough of the latter will open things up for these types of acknowledgements. If the Lakers are a .500 team, nobody's getting votes for anything.Finally, the Lakers have been remarkably boring this preseason, in the best possible ways. Darvin Ham diffused most of the things that could have created headlines before training camp could even start, but has still managed to maintain a highly competitive environment. In a city and regarding a team where it takes... well, virtually nothing to create controversy or talk radio segments, it's been crickets.That's a great thing for the Lakers.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: D'Angelo Russell has an intersting role model for this season.SEGMENT 2: The Lakers have the right attitude when it comes to external rewards like All-Star teams.SEGMENT 3: Love that drama-free preseason.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalGet $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba today to get 10% off your first month. FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Normally, when Anthony Davis and LeBron James don't play in a preseason game, it's easy to shrug your shoulders and basically ignore anything that happens over 48 minutes of ball. When those guys are missing, plus Austin Reaves and Jarred Vanderbilt, the temptation is to completely discount the game.But for the Lakers, who are surely expecting James and Davis to miss a relevant chunk of games (some of which might come at the same time) it's actually really important to get a feel for how competitive they can be while those guys are on the sidelines. The hope was with improved depth and more firepower, the Lakers would be better suited to withstand those non-star games than they were last year. And if Wednesday's win over the Kings in Anaheim was any indication, the plan seems to have worked.D'Angelo Russell, Gabe Vincent, Taurean Prince and Rui Hachimura all cracked double figures in the starting lineup (not playing starters minutes), and were joined by Christian Wood (13 points in his most efficient outing of the preseason) off the bench. What the Lakers showed was that they have enough skill and firepower to hang and be a competitive team even with the All-Stars in street clothes. That could make a big difference in a tight Western Conference.Russell continues to play really, really well, and has an interesting opportunity in front of him this year to reset the conversation around his value.Finally, there are more interesting aspects of the NBA's annual GM survey we didn't get to earlier in the week. For starters, the Lakers were picked to finish third in the conference, and also received a tremendous amount of praise for their offseason. Basically, they got the best grades of any team not directly or indirectly involved in the Damian Lillard sweepstakes.Plus, there's one category the Lakers should have gotten votes that could make a big difference in the standings this year.HOSTS: Andy and Brian KamenetzkySEGMENT 1: The Lakers played a good game without their stars, which is a good sign for the season.SEGMENT 2: D'Angelo Russell continues to play well.SEGMENT 3: More NBA GM Survey results...Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalGet $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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